Schneider Electric – BMEXBP1002H – Modicon X80 Ruggedized 10‑Slot Ethernet/X‑Bus

The BMEXBP1002H from Schneider Electric is a robust, industrial-grade backplane designed for the Modicon X80 M340 & M580 PLC systems. It features 10 module slots with combined Ethernet and X‑Bus connectivity on each slot, plus a dual power supply for redundancy. Engineered for harsh environments, conformal coated, and rated for –25 °C to +70 °C operation, it delivers reliable performance in severe conditions.  

 Key Specifications

• Part Number: BMEXBP1002H (Modicon X80 Rack)  

• Slots: 10 module slots, each with Ethernet + X‑Bus connectors  

• Power Supply: Dual 3.3 V & 24 V DC rails (redundant)  

• Current Draw: ~76 mA @ 3.3 V; ~162 mA @ 24 V  

• Protection: IP20 enclosure  

• Ambient Temp: –25 °C to +70 °C operating; –40 °C to +85 °C storage  

• Compliance: CE, UL, CSA, IEC 61131‑2, IECEx/ATEX Zone 2/22 rated  

• Conformal Coating: Enhanced resistance to dust, gas, salt, humidity  

• Mounting: 35 mm DIN-rail or panel mount via M6 screws  

• Weight: ~1.37 kg  

• Carbon Footprint: ~214 kg CO₂ eq. per life cycle