Schneider Electric BMXP342020 Modicon M340 Processor Module

Schneider Electric Modicon M340 performance processor module. Supports up to 1024 discrete I/O and 256 analog I/O (Modbus or Ethernet). Total memory 4096 KB. Features USB port for programming, Ethernet Modbus/TCP port, Modbus serial link port, and SD card slot. Part of the Modicon M340 PAC range, compatible with Modicon X80 I/O platform. Requires a rack/backplane for operation (e.g., BMXXBP series).

Applications:

• Process industry automation and control

• Renewable energy systems (solar, wind power)

• Water and wastewater treatment

• Cement and manufacturing industries

• Infrastructure and machine automation

Technical Specifications:

• Product type: Processor module (CPU)

• Range: Modicon M340 automation platform

• I/O capacity: Max 1024 discrete I/O (704 single-rack), max 256 analog I/O (66 single-rack)

• Special channels: Up to 36 counter channels

• Memory: 4096 KB total internal RAM (3584 KB program/constants/symbols + 512 KB data)

• Processing speed: 7 Kinst/ms, 0.1 ms/k instruction (typical)

• Communication ports:

  • 1 x USB mini B (programming/HMI)

  • 1 x RJ45 Ethernet Modbus/TCP with embedded web server

  • 1 x RJ45 Modbus serial (232C/RS485, 2-wire, non-isolated)

• Backplane current consumption: 95 mA (max)

• Power supply: Internal power supply from rack

• Inrush current: 30 A at power-up

• Memory card: SD card included (program and data backup)

• Display: 8 LEDs (diagnostic status)

• Protection rating: IP20

• Width: 100 mm, Depth: 160 mm

• Weight: Approx. 0.205 kg

• Operating temperature: 0°C to +60°C

• Storage temperature: -40°C to +85°C

• Humidity: 10% to 95% (non-condensing)

• Certifications: CE, CSA, cULus, EAC, Merchant Navy, RCM, UL

• Standards: EN/IEC 61131-2, EN/IEC 61010-2-201, CSA C22.2 No 61010-2-201, UL 61010-2-201

Compatibility:

• Modicon X80 I/O platform (common to M340, M580, Quantum Ethernet I/O)

• Requires X80 backplane (e.g., BMXXBP0400, BMXXBP0800)

• Modicon X80 I/O modules (digital, analog, expert, communication)

• Third-party devices via Modbus TCP or Modbus serial

Software & Programming:

• Programming software: EcoStruxure Control Expert (formerly Unity Pro)

• Configuration tools: FTD/DTM for plug-and-play integration

• Supported protocols: Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, Uni-Telway, TCP, UDP

Related Products:

• BMXXBP0400 – Modicon X80 backplane, 4 slots

• BMXXBP0800 – Modicon X80 backplane, 8 slots

• BMXCPS3500 / 4002 – Modicon X80 power supply modules

• BMXAIM0410 / AMI0810 – Analog input modules for M340/X80

Product Status:
Active product. No battery required (non-volatile memory). Supports configuration change on the fly (CCOTF) and hot-swappable I/O modules. SD card included for automatic data backup and restore.

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