Schneider BMXP342020 Processor Module, Modicon M340, Modbus Ethernet

The BMXP342020 is a Schneider Electric Modicon M340 processor module with integrated Modbus serial and Ethernet TCP/IP connectivity, supporting up to 1024 digital I/O and 256 analog I/O in a multi-rack configuration. Based on the Transparent Ready and CANopen concept, it provides 4096 kB internal RAM, dual serial interfaces (RS232C and RS485), and a USB programming port for comprehensive industrial automation control.

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: BMXP342020
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• EAN:
• Series / range: Modicon M340
• Product type: Processor module
• Concept: Transparent Ready, CANopen
• Supported racks / slots: 4 racks, 11 slots
• Digital I/O capacity: 1024 (multi-rack), 704 (single-rack)
• Analog I/O capacity: 256 (multi-rack), 66 (single-rack)
• Special application channels: 36
• Internal RAM: 4096 kB (256 kB data, 3584 kB program/constants/symbols)
• Serial communication: Non-isolated RJ45, RS232C and RS485, Modbus RTU/ASCII master/slave, 0.3-19.2 kbit/s
• Ethernet port: 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX, RJ45, TCP/IP, 10/100 Mbit/s
• USB port: 12 Mbit/s
• Current consumption: 95 mA at 24V DC
• Operating temperature: 0...60°C
• Relative humidity: 10...95% (non-condensing)
• IP protection rating: IP20
• Weight: 0.205 kg
• Certifications: CE, UL, CSA, RCM, EAC, Merchant Navy

Features and benefits:

• Scales to 1024 digital and 256 analog I/O across up to 4 racks and 11 slots
• Integrated Ethernet TCP/IP with Modbus TCP, SNMP network management, and web server support
• Dual serial ports (RS232C and RS485) for Modbus RTU/ASCII master/slave and character mode communication
• 64 event tasks plus a dedicated fast periodic task for time-critical industrial control sequences
• Delivered BMXRMS008MP memory card enables backup of programs, constants, symbols, and data

Applications:

• Multi-rack industrial automation and machine control panels
• Process control systems requiring both Modbus serial and Ethernet TCP/IP networking
• Manufacturing lines with large-scale mixed digital and analog I/O requirements
• Hazardous location Class I Division 2 industrial environments

Compliant with EN 61131-2, EN/IEC 61010-2-201, EN/IEC 61000-6-5 (interface type 1 and 2), EN/IEC 61850-3 (location G), and IACS E10. Part of the Schneider Electric Modicon M340 automation platform.

Also known as: Schneider BMXP342020, Schneider Electric BMXP342020, M340 PLC processor module, Modicon M340 CPU module.