The Emerson VE6014P1 is a DeltaV system industrial Ethernet switch module designed to provide high-reliability network distribution for process automation environments. As part of the DeltaV M-series communication infrastructure, it supports fiber-based Fast Ethernet connectivity, enabling stable and deterministic data exchange between controllers, workstations, and distributed system nodes.
Unlike standard commercial switches, the VE6014P1 is engineered specifically for industrial control networks, where network determinism, electromagnetic immunity, and system availability are critical. It is widely deployed in large-scale process plants where fiber-optic segmentation is required to maintain communication integrity over long distances and electrically noisy environments.
This module is commonly used in legacy DeltaV architectures and high-availability plant networks requiring robust fiber Ethernet backbone design.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Emerson |
| Model | VE6014P1 |
| Product Type | Industrial Ethernet Switch Module |
| System Platform | DeltaV Distributed Control System |
| Network Type | 100BASE-FX Fiber Optic Ethernet |
| Port Configuration | 24-port fiber optic switch (typical configuration) |
| Data Rate | 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet |
| Media Type | Multimode fiber (FX standard) |
| Network Function | Layer 2 switching for DeltaV control network |
| Power Supply | 24 VDC system power |
| Power Consumption | Industrial low-power design (~8–15 W typical) |
| Redundancy Support | System-level redundancy via DeltaV architecture |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +60°C |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to +70°C |
| Humidity | 5%–95% non-condensing |
| EMC Protection | Industrial immunity design (high noise resistance) |
| Mounting Type | Rack / control cabinet installation (DeltaV enclosure system) |
| Indicators | Link / Activity status LEDs per port |
| Fiber Connector Type | SC / ST (system-dependent configuration) |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | ~130 mm × 440 mm × 250 mm |
| Weight | ~3.5–5.0 kg |
Recommended System Integration Modules
For a complete DeltaV network architecture, VE6014P1 is typically used alongside the following Emerson components:
| Module | Function |
|---|---|
| VE6006 | Media converter module for copper/fiber adaptation |
| VE6001P1 | Ethernet hub module for legacy network distribution |
| VE6015 Series | Fast Ethernet copper switch modules |
| VE6017 Series | Advanced industrial Ethernet switch modules |
| VE6018 Series | High-density fiber switch platforms |
| VE4070 | System interface and carrier module |
These modules together form a scalable and redundant industrial Ethernet backbone for DeltaV distributed control systems.
Popular Emerson DeltaV Communication Modules
Within Emerson’s DeltaV ecosystem, VE6014P1 belongs to the fiber-optic communication and switching family, which includes:
- VE6014P1 Fiber Optic Ethernet Switch Module
- VE6014P2 / P3 / P4 Regional power cord variants
- VE6015 Series 8-port Fast Ethernet switches
- VE6017 Series Industrial Ethernet switch modules
- VE6018 High-density fiber switch systems
- VE6001P1 Legacy Ethernet hub module
- VE6006 Media converter module
- VE6021 High-capacity Ethernet switch module
These components are designed to support robust plant-wide communication architectures with high availability and deterministic performance.
