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Product Introduction
The Schneider BMEH584040 Redundant Processor Module is a high-performance redundant processing unit belonging to the Modicon M580 series. Designed for medium to large-scale process automation applications, this module provides robust and reliable control, communication, and processing capabilities for distributed control systems (DCS). The redundant architecture ensures continuous operation even in case of a primary processor failure, enhancing system availability and minimizing downtime in critical industrial processes.
Operating at 24V DC with a power consumption of 295mA, the BMEH584040 can manage up to 16,384 discrete and analog local I/O channels, 4,096 local I/O channels, and 128 distributed devices. Its onboard resources include 16MB of RAM for program execution, 2048KB for data, 10KB for system memory, and 4GB of expandable flash memory for data storage. With a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 600,000 hours, it is engineered for long-term reliability in demanding industrial environments.
The module features multiple communication interfaces, including a service port Ethernet TCP/IP, two device network Ethernet TCP/IP ports, an HSBY Ethernet port for redundancy management, and a mini-B USB port for integration and configuration. Its industrial-grade design conforms to IP20 protection, ensuring safe operation in standard control panels. Certified by CE, Merchant Navy, UL, RCM, CSA, and EAC, the BMEH584040 meets global regulatory and safety standards.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Module Type | Redundant Processor Module |
| Series | Modicon M580 |
| Input Voltage | 24V DC |
| Power Consumption | 295 mA |
| Discrete/Analog Local I/O | 16,384 channels |
| Local I/O Channels | 4,096 channels |
| Distributed Devices Supported | 128 |
| Communication Ports | 1 x Service Ethernet TCP/IP, 2 x Device Ethernet TCP/IP, 1 x HSBY Ethernet, 1 x mini-B USB |
| Onboard RAM | 16MB for program, 2048KB for data, 10KB system memory |
| Flash Memory | 4GB expandable |
| Redundancy Support | Fully redundant processor configuration |
| Protection Rating | IP20 |
| Certifications | CE, Merchant Navy, UL, RCM, CSA, EAC |
| MTBF | 600,000 hours |
| Dimensions | 145 × 30 × 100 mm |
| Weight | 0.849 kg |
Applications
• Medium to large-scale process automation requiring high-availability control
• Redundant control architectures in chemical, petrochemical, and utility industries
• Distributed control systems managing thousands of I/O channels
• Critical industrial processes needing high reliability and fault tolerance
• Integration with Modicon M580 system networks using Ethernet TCP/IP
• Data-intensive applications requiring onboard program, system memory, and flash storage
• Regulated environments where compliance with CE, UL, CSA, RCM, and EAC is necessary
Advantages
• Redundant processing architecture ensures continuous operation and high availability
• Extensive I/O support, accommodating up to 16,384 discrete and analog channels
• High-speed communication interfaces for Ethernet TCP/IP networks
• Robust memory configuration, supporting complex programs, data storage, and system operations
• Certified for global industrial standards, including CE, UL, RCM, CSA, and EAC
• Long MTBF (600,000 hours) for reliable, uninterrupted control
• Scalable flash memory (4GB) for program expansion and historical data logging
