BMEXBP0800 Modicon X80 8-Slot Ethernet Backplane | Schneider Electric

The Original New Schneider Electric BMEXBP0800 is an 8-slot Ethernet backplane for the Modicon X80 automation platform. Part of the common X80 module platform used by Modicon M340 and M580 Programmable Automation Controllers (PACs), this backplane provides the physical and electrical backbone for mounting power supplies, processors, I/O modules, and communication modules. It features a dual Ethernet and X-bus backplane design, with 8 slots equipped with both Ethernet and X-bus connectors, allowing flexible configuration of mixed module types. The BMEXBP0800 supports hot-swappable modules for most I/O types, reducing downtime during maintenance.

Core Engineering Highlights:
8 bus X + Ethernet slots | Dual Ethernet and X-bus backplane | 164 mA @ 24 V DC / 64 mA @ 3.3 V DC current consumption | 3.9 W @ 24 V DC / 211 mW @ 3.3 V DC power consumption | 1,700,000 hours MTBF | 0°C to +60°C operating temperature | IP20 protection | 374 x 105.11 x 19 mm | 1.06 kg | Hot-swappable module support | Green Premium product (RoHS/REACh compliant)

Key Features:

• Original New Schneider Electric BMEXBP0800 backplane

• 8 slots with both Ethernet and X-bus connectors for mixed module configurations

• Common platform for Modicon M340 and M580 PACs, reducing spare parts inventory and training costs

• Hot-swappable support for most I/O modules

• Supports panel, plate, or 35 mm DIN rail mounting

• IP20 protection rating for control cabinet installation

• Green Premium product with REACH SVHC-free and RoHS compliance

• 1,700,000 hours MTBF for high reliability

• XBE connector for expansion module connection

• Easy Quantum modernization path

Applications:

• Central chassis for Modicon M340 and M580 PAC systems

• Hosting power supplies, CPUs, I/O modules, and communication modules

• Distributed I/O architectures with Ethernet backplane communication

• Process control and manufacturing automation

• Remote I/O (RIO) drop configurations

• Control cabinet rack mounting for industrial automation

Technical Specifications:

System Compatibility:

• Compatible with Modicon X80 I/O modules, BMX and BME processors, BMXCPS power supplies, and specific application modules

• Used with Modicon M340 and M580 Programmable Automation Controllers (PACs)

• Supports mixed module configurations with both Ethernet and X-bus connectors

• Compatible with X80 backplane accessories and mounting hardware

Related Products:

• BMEXBP0400 – 4-slot Ethernet backplane (lower density)

• BMEXBP0800 – 8-slot Ethernet backplane (current model)

• BMEXBP1200 – 12-slot Ethernet backplane (higher density)

• BMEXBP0800H – Ruggedized version for harsh environments

• BMXCPS2000 – Power supply module for X80 racks

• BMXDDI1602 – 16-point digital input module

• BMXDDO1602 – 16-point digital output module

• BMXAMI0810 – 8-channel analog input module

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