BMEXBP1200 12-Slot Ethernet Backplane Modicon X80 | Schneider Electric

The Original New Schneider Electric BMEXBP1200 is a 12‑slot Ethernet backplane for the Modicon X80 I/O platform, providing the physical and electrical backbone for Modicon M340, Modicon M580, and X80 module-based automation systems. This 12‑slot dual Ethernet and X‑bus backplane provides 8 slots with Ethernet and X‑bus connectors for mixed modules and 4 X‑bus connectors for X‑bus‑only modules. The BMEXBP1200 supports hot‑swappable I/O modules for most modules, reducing downtime during maintenance. It is suitable for medium to large process applications.

Core Engineering Highlights:
12 slots (8 mixed Ethernet+X‑bus + 4 X‑bus) | 86 mA @ 3.3V DC / 164 mA @ 24V DC | 3.9 W @ 24V DC / 283 mW @ 3.3V DC power consumption | 1.377 kg net weight | IP20 protection | 0°C to +60°C operating temperature | 1,166,108 hours MTBF | 1 XBE expansion module connector | EN 61131‑2, EN 61000‑6‑4, EN 61000‑6‑2, EN 61010‑2‑201

Key Features:

• Original New Schneider Electric BMEXBP1200 backplane

• 12 slots total: 8 bus X + Ethernet connectors for mixed modules, 4 bus X connectors for X‑bus‑only modules

• Common platform used by Modicon M340, Modicon M580, and X80 modules

• Hot‑swappable for most I/O modules, enabling online module replacement without system shutdown

• Stable in‑rack module mounting for reliable system performance

• Supports easy Quantum modernization path

• 1 XBE connector for rack expansion

• Panel or plate mounting with 4 screws (M4, M5, M6 or UNC #6‑32)

• IP20 protection for control cabinet environments

• 0°C to +60°C operating temperature range

• 1,166,108 hours MTBF for high reliability and reduced downtime

• Green Premium product with RoHS and REACH compliance

• Mercury free

• CE, UL, CSA, RCM, EAC, UKCA certified

Applications:

• Central backplane for Modicon X80‑based automation systems

• Industrial automation control panels using Modicon M340 / M580 PLC architecture

• Machine control systems requiring modular I/O expansion

• Process automation racks in manufacturing and infrastructure applications

• Medium to large process applications

• Control cabinets requiring Ethernet backplane connectivity

Technical Specifications:

System Compatibility:

• Schneider Electric Modicon X80 I/O platform

• Modicon M340 Programmable Automation Controllers (PACs)

• Modicon M580 Programmable Automation Controllers (PACs)

• BMXCPS power supplies

• BMX processors

• BME processors

• X80 I/O modules and application‑specific modules

• EcoStruxure Control Expert (formerly Unity Pro) software

Related Products:

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

• BMEXBP0800 – 8‑slot Ethernet backplane (mid density)

• BMEXBP1200 – 12‑slot Ethernet backplane (current model)

• BMEXBP1200H – Ruggedized version for harsh environments

• BMXCPS2000 – 20W AC power supply module for X80

• BMXCPS3500 – 36W AC power supply module

• BMXP342020 – Modicon M340 processor module

• BMXDDI3202K – 32‑channel discrete input module

• BMXDDO3202K – 32‑channel discrete output module

• BMXFTB2000 – 20‑way terminal block for X80 I/O

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