The Schneider Electric BMXXBE2005 is a 12-meter extension cable kit for the Modicon M340 automation platform, designed to connect and extend M340 rack backplanes over distance. It includes a cable and a line terminator, enabling flexible rack configurations in industrial automation environments.

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: BMXXBE2005
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• EAN: 3595863999693
• Series / range: Modicon M340 Automation Platform
• Accessory category: Rack connection accessory
• Accessory type: Rack extension set
• Compatible with: BMXXBE1000 (M340 rack)
• Cable length: 12 m
• Kit contents: Cable and line terminator
• Certifications: CE, UL, CSA, RCM, EAC, Merchant Navy, ATEX Zone 2/22, IECEx Zone 2/22
• Standards: IEC 61131-2, IEC 61010-2-201, UL 61010-2-201, CSA C22.2 No 61010-2-201, IACS E10, IEC 61000-6-5 (interface type 1 and 2), IEC 61850-3 location G, IEC 60079-0
• Applicable directives: 2014/35/EU (Low Voltage), 2014/30/EU (EMC), 2014/34/EU (ATEX)
• Hazardous location rating: Class I Division 2
• Package weight: 634 g
• Warranty: 18 months

Features and benefits:

• Extends M340 backplane connections up to 12 meters, enabling distributed rack architectures
• Includes line terminator for proper signal integrity at the end of the extension cable
• Certified for use in ATEX Zone 2/22 and IECEx Zone 2/22 hazardous environments
• Compliant with IEC 61850-3 for substation and power utility installations
• Meets EMC directive 2014/30/EU and IEC 61000-6-5 interference immunity requirements
• Compatible with BMXXBE1000 M340 rack for seamless system integration

Applications:

• Extending Modicon M340 PLC rack configurations across larger control cabinet layouts
• Industrial automation panels requiring distributed backplane connectivity
• Hazardous area installations classified as ATEX Zone 2/22 or IECEx Zone 2/22
• Substation automation and power utility control systems compliant with IEC 61850-3
• Machine control and process automation applications using the Modicon M340 platform

Compliant with IEC 61131-2, IEC 61010-2-201, IEC 61000-6-5, IEC 61850-3, and IEC 60079-0. Part of the Schneider Electric Modicon M340 Automation Platform range.

Also known as: Schneider BMXXBE2005, Schneider Electric BMXXBE2005, Modicon M340 rack extension cable, M340 backplane extension kit.