The Emerson KJ3208X1-BG1 Isolator Card is a high-performance card used in industrial automation systems to provide signal isolation between different system components. It is designed to protect sensitive equipment from electrical surges, noise, and ground loops, ensuring the stability and reliability of control systems in critical industrial environments. The isolator card is commonly used in systems that require galvanic isolation, allowing different parts of a system to operate independently while still communicating effectively.

This card offers robust performance, ease of integration, and compatibility with Emerson’s broader automation systems. It is widely used in industries such as oil and gas, chemical, power generation, and manufacturing, where high levels of electrical interference or signal isolation are a concern.

Product Parameters

Product Applications

The Emerson KJ3208X1-BG1 Isolator Card is designed for applications that require the isolation of signals between different parts of an industrial control system. It is commonly used in:

• Industrial Control Systems: Protects control systems by isolating sensitive signals from external interference.

• Power Generation: Used to isolate power signals and ensure reliable operation in power plants and substations.

• Oil and Gas: In refineries and offshore platforms, it ensures signal integrity in harsh environments with high electrical noise.

• Manufacturing: Provides signal isolation to protect PLCs and other critical control systems from voltage spikes and surges.

• Chemical Processing: Helps prevent interference in automated chemical processes by isolating control signals between different devices and components.

Advantages of the Product

The Emerson KJ3208X1-BG1 Isolator Card offers several benefits that make it an ideal choice for use in industrial environments:

• Galvanic Isolation: The card provides complete isolation between input and output signals, ensuring that equipment is protected from electrical noise, surges, and ground loops.

• Compatibility: Easily integrates with Emerson’s automation systems and other industrial control systems, offering flexibility for a wide range of applications.

• Reliable Performance: Offers consistent and reliable operation, ensuring that signal integrity is maintained even in environments with high electrical interference.

• Wide Operating Temperature: Capable of operating in a broad temperature range from -20°C to 60°C, making it suitable for diverse industrial environments.

• Space-Efficient: Its compact design (102 x 114 x 46 mm) ensures that it can be easily integrated into existing control panels, even in space-constrained setups.

• Easy Installation: Designed for easy mounting on a DIN rail, which is the standard for industrial control systems, simplifying installation and maintenance.

FAQ

1. What type of isolation does the KJ3208X1-BG1 provide?

   • The Emerson KJ3208X1-BG1 provides galvanic isolation, which electrically separates the input and output signals to prevent ground loops, electrical surges, and noise interference.

2. Can the KJ3208X1-BG1 be used with both digital and analog signals?

   • Yes, the card is designed to handle both digital and analog signals, making it versatile for various applications.

3. What industries benefit from using the Emerson KJ3208X1-BG1 Isolator Card?

   • This card is widely used in industries such as oil and gas, power generation, chemical processing, manufacturing, and industrial control systems where electrical isolation is critical.

4. What is the operating temperature range for the KJ3208X1-BG1?

   • The board operates within a temperature range of -20°C to 60°C, making it suitable for both standard and extreme environmental conditions.

5. How is the KJ3208X1-BG1 mounted?

   • The isolator card is designed for mounting on a DIN rail, a widely used method for securing electrical components in control panels.

6. What types of signals does the KJ3208X1-BG1 isolate?

   • The card isolates digital and analog signals, providing protection from electrical interference and ensuring the integrity of the signal.

7. Can the KJ3208X1-BG1 be used in high-noise environments?

   • Yes, the card is designed specifically for high-noise environments and ensures that electrical surges and noise do not interfere with the control system.

8. What connectors are used with the KJ3208X1-BG1?

   • The card uses screw terminal connectors for secure and reliable wiring, ensuring that the connections are stable under industrial conditions.

9. What is the weight of the KJ3208X1-BG1 Isolator Card?

   • The card weighs 0.4 kg, making it lightweight and easy to handle during installation.

10. Is the KJ3208X1-BG1 compatible with all Emerson control systems?

    • Yes, the card is compatible with Emerson’s broader range of industrial control systems, offering seamless integration.