SCHNEIDER BMEP585040 – Ethernet CPU Module for Modicon M580 (X80) Control Systems
Warranty: 365 days coverage
Lead time: 1 week if in stock; no more than 1 month at the latest
Payment: 50% advance payment; full balance before delivery
Express options: FedEx, UPS, DHL
Native Ethernet controller – Typically includes dual RJ45 ports for Modbus TCP and EtherNet/IP communications with embedded web diagnostics.
X80 I/O ecosystem – Works with Modicon X80 I/O locally or remotely, which makes M340-to-M580 migrations straightforward in many cases.
Robust real-time control – Deterministic task scheduling via EcoStruxure Control Expert (Unity Pro) for mid-to-large applications.
Service/maintenance friendly – USB service port and SD card support for program backup, firmware updates, and quick swap-outs.
Cybersecurity features – User roles, password protection, and locked configuration workflows to help reduce unauthorized changes.
Scalable networking – Can be expanded with additional Ethernet/fieldbus modules when the architecture grows (e.g., BMENOC series).
Industrial temperature range – Designed for cabinet environments commonly specified in infrastructure, water, energy, and discrete manufacturing.
| Brand / Model | Schneider Electric / BMEP585040 (Modicon M580 CPU) |
| HS Code | 8537.10 (Programmable controllers) |
| Power Requirements | Powered via Modicon X80 backplane (with BMXCPS power supply); typical backplane consumption approx. 4–6 W at 5 VDC |
| Dimensions & Weight | X80 single‑slot form factor; approx. 99 × 71 × 86 mm; ~0.4 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0…60 °C; 5–95% RH, non‑condensing (typical cabinet conditions) |
| Signal I/O Types | No onboard I/O; supports X80 discrete, analog, and specialty I/O locally and over Ethernet |
| Communication Interfaces | 2× RJ45 Ethernet (Modbus TCP / EtherNet/IP), 1× USB service port, SD card slot; embedded web server for diagnostics |
| Installation Method | Mounts on BMEXBP•• backplane installed on DIN rail or panel; powered by BMXCPS power supply module |
Note: BMEP585040 is part of the Modicon M580 family. If you are currently operating M340, migration is typically seamless because both platforms use X80 I/O, but it’s not an M340 CPU module.
Water and wastewater treatment (clarifiers, filtration skids, pump stations)
Food & beverage and packaging lines needing deterministic motion and I/O density
Power and utility substations for auxiliaries and plant balance systems
Oil & gas terminals and pipelines with Modbus TCP telemetry
Material handling, intralogistics, and AS/RS where high availability is valued
Hybrid and process manufacturing lines consolidating multiple PLC islands into one Ethernet architecture
Lifecycle confidence – The M580 platform is actively supported, which typically reduces obsolescence risk for multi-year projects.
Migration-friendly – Reuse X80 I/O and much of your existing wiring; engineering reuse through EcoStruxure Control Expert cuts commissioning time.
Lower total cost – Fewer gateways thanks to native Ethernet, plus web diagnostics that shorten troubleshooting in many cases.
Openness – Out-of-the-box Modbus TCP and EtherNet/IP let you integrate drives, HMIs, and third-party devices without vendor lock-in.
Technical backing – Strong global ecosystem, spare parts availability, and firmware roadmap that keeps features current.
Cabinet & backplane – Install on a BMEXBP backplane mounted to a grounded DIN rail or panel. Leave ventilation clearance above and below (at least 50 mm is common practice).
Power – Use a BMXCPS power supply sized for total backplane current. Check backplane consumption of each module; the CPU typically draws 5 VDC via backplane.
Wiring – Use industrial Ethernet cabling (Cat5e/Cat6) with shielded RJ45 connectors in noisy environments. Keep network and power cables separated.
Grounding & EMC – Bond cabinet ground and observe shield termination at a single point to minimize noise coupling.
Firmware & backups – Keep CPU firmware aligned with engineering tool versions. Store application backups on the SD card and in your CM system.
Routine care – Quarterly dust removal with dry air, inspect connectors and locking tabs, verify log timestamps, and review diagnostic web pages for alarms.
Safety – De-energize before insertion/removal. Observe ESD handling; the front port covers should remain closed in normal operation.
Conformity: CE marked; cULus listed (typical for M580 platform); RoHS and REACH compliant
Manufacturing quality: Produced under ISO 9001 quality systems
Warranty: 365 days
BMEXBP•• backplanes – Choose slot count based on I/O density and spare capacity (e.g., BMEXBP0400, BMEXBP0800).
BMXCPS power supplies – 24 VDC and 100–240 VAC variants sized to the rack load.
BMENOC0311 – Optional Ethernet communication module if you need additional ports or network segmentation.
X80 I/O modules – Discrete, analog, temperature, and specialty I/O to match field signals.
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