Schneider BMXXBE1000H | X80 Backplane Expander for Harsh Environments

Product Description

The Schneider BMXXBE1000H is a ruggedized bus extender module from the Modicon X80 I/O platform, compatible with Modicon M340 and M580 PLC systems. It allows the extension of the X80 backplane bus, connecting additional racks or remote backplanes to enhance system scalability.

This “H” version is specifically engineered for harsh industrial environments. It offers reinforced mechanical design, higher immunity to electrical disturbances, and an extended operating temperature range from –25°C to +70°C. Therefore, it ensures reliable operation in severe manufacturing, energy, water treatment, and process automation applications.

By using the BMXXBE1000H, engineers can distribute I/O modules across multiple backplanes while maintaining high-speed communication and synchronization with the PLC CPU. Moreover, its compact design and DIN rail or panel mounting flexibility simplify integration into control panels.

This module is suitable for multirack configurations and is compatible with BMXXBP0400, BMXXBP0600, BMXXBP0800, and BMXXBP1200 backplanes, ensuring consistent system performance in medium to large-scale automation projects.

Technical Specifications

• Product type: Bus extender module

• Series: Modicon X80 (compatible with M340/M580 PLCs)

• Model: BMXXBE1000H

• Function: Extends X80 backplane bus to additional racks

• Bus type: X80 backplane bus (high-speed communication)

• Connection type: 2 female SUB-D 9 connectors

• Maximum extension distance: Up to 30 m depending on cable type

• Supported racks: BMXXBP0400, BMXXBP0600, BMXXBP0800, BMXXBP1200

• Power supply: 5 VDC via backplane

• Current consumption: 160 mA at 24 V DC, 22 mA at 3.3 V DC

• Isolation: Galvanic isolation between racks

• Diagnostics: 1 green LED RUN, 1 red COL, 4 green LEDs for rack addresses

• Mounting: DIN rail or panel

• Dimensions: Height: 134 mm; Width: 45 mm; Depth: 45 mm

• Weight: 0.705 kg

• Operating temperature: –25 to 70 °C

• Storage temperature: –40 to 85 °C

• Relative humidity: 5–95% non-condensing

• Protection rating: IP20

• Standards compliance: EN 61131-2, EN 61000-6-4, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61010-2-201

• Certifications: CE, UL, CSA, EAC

• Lifecycle status: Active product

FAQ

Q1: What is the purpose of the BMXXBE1000H module?
A1: It extends the X80 backplane bus, enabling additional racks or remote backplanes to connect to the PLC CPU.

Q2: Which backplanes are compatible with this module?
A2: BMXXBP0400, BMXXBP0600, BMXXBP0800, and BMXXBP1200 backplanes are supported.

Q3: What makes the “H” version different from the standard BMXXBE1000?
A3: The “H” version is ruggedized for harsh environments, offering extended temperature range and higher EMC immunity.

Q4: What are the mounting options for the BMXXBE1000H?
A4: It can be mounted on a DIN rail or directly to a panel.

Q5: What diagnostics are available on this bus extender?
A5: It includes LEDs for RUN (green), collision errors (red), and rack addresses (four green LEDs).