The BMEXBP0800 is a Schneider Electric Modicon X80 8-slot Ethernet backplane rack designed to host I/O modules, BMX and BME processors, special application modules, and BMXCPS power supplies within Modicon X80 automation systems. It provides bus X connectivity alongside an integrated Ethernet backplane, enabling high-speed communication between installed modules. The rack supports three mounting methods, making it adaptable to a wide range of industrial enclosure configurations.

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: BMEXBP0800
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• EAN: 3595864174068
• Series / range: Modicon X80
• Number of slots: 8 (bus X + Ethernet)
• Compatible modules: I/O modules, BMX processors, BME processors, special application modules, BMXCPS power supplies
• Expansion connector: 1 x XBE connector for rack extension
• Current consumption: 64 mA at 3.3V DC; 164 mA at 24V DC
• Power consumption: 211 mW at 3.3V DC; 3.9W at 24V DC
• MTBF: 1,297,516 hours
• IP protection rating: IP20
• Operating temperature: 0…60C
• Relative humidity: 5…95% (non-condensing)
• Mounting: 35 mm symmetrical DIN rail (clamp), panel (4 screws, dia. 4.32…6.35 mm), or plate (4 x M6 screws)
• Product weight: 1.06 kg
• Directives: 2014/35/EU (Low Voltage Directive), 2014/30/EU (EMC Directive)

Features and benefits:

• Integrated Ethernet backplane enables direct module-to-module communication without additional wiring
• 8-slot capacity supports flexible combinations of I/O, processor, and application modules
• XBE expansion connector allows connection of additional racks for scalable system growth
• Three mounting options – DIN rail, panel, and plate – suit diverse cabinet and enclosure types
• High MTBF of over 1.2 million hours supports reliable continuous industrial operation

Applications:

• Industrial automation systems built on the Modicon X80 PAC platform
• Machine control panels requiring modular I/O and processor expansion
• Process automation architectures with Ethernet-based inter-module communication
• Multi-rack Modicon X80 configurations connected via XBE extension modules
• Control cabinet assemblies requiring DIN rail or panel-mounted backplane infrastructure

Compliant with 2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive and 2014/30/EU EMC Directive. Part of the Schneider Electric Modicon X80 range.

Also known as: Schneider BMEXBP0800, Schneider Electric BMEXBP0800, Modicon X80 8-slot Ethernet rack, X80 backplane carrier.