BMEH582040 | Schneider | Modicon M580 Redundant Processor Module

Product Description

The Schneider BMEH582040 is a redundant processor module for the Modicon M580 PLC platform, engineered to deliver high availability and secure performance in mission-critical industrial automation. With dual redundancy, advanced communication interfaces, and integrated cybersecurity features, it ensures continuous operation and reliable control in demanding environments.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Schneider Electric

• Series: Modicon M580

• Model / Part Number: BMEH582040

• Category: Redundant Processor Module

• Key Functions:

  • Redundant hot-standby processor capability

  • Integrated Ethernet TCP/IP service port

  • 2 Ethernet TCP/IP device networks

  • 1 Ethernet hot-standby redundancy system port

  • Mini-B USB interface

• Remote I/O Stations: Up to 8 (2 racks per X80 remote station)

• Distributed Devices: Up to 64

• Communication Support:

  • DIO scanner

  • RIO scanner

  • 2 Ethernet communication modules

  • 16 interface modules

• Memory:

  • Expandable flash, 4 GB data storage

  • Integrated RAM: 10 kB system memory

  • 8 MB program memory

  • 768 kB data memory

• Performance:

  • 30 Kinst/ms (65% Boolean + 35% fixed-point arithmetic)

  • 40 Kinst/ms (100% Boolean)

• Security Features:

  • Achilles network security certification

  • DoS prevention, IPSec, TLS, HTTPS secure communication

  • Embedded firewall, audit trail, syslog, SNMP logging

  • Password protection, port hardening, firmware signature

• Reliability: MTBF 650,000 hours

• Power Consumption: 270 mA at 24 V DC

• Environmental Ratings:

  • Operating temperature: 0…60 °C

  • Storage temperature: -40…85 °C

  • Humidity: 5–95% at 55 °C (non-condensing)

  • Altitude: 0–2000 m (up to 5000 m with derating)

  • Vibration resistance: 3 gn

  • Shock resistance: 30 gn

  • Protection rating: IP20

• Compliance: CE, Low Voltage Directive (2014/35/EU), EMC Directive (2014/30/EU)

• Status LEDs: RUN, ERR, I/O, DL, BACKUP, ETH MS, ETH NS, REMOTE RUN, A/B ID, PRIM/STBY, FORCED IO, Hsby Diag

• Weight: 0.849 kg

Application Scenarios

Ideal for large-scale process automation, utilities, and industries requiring continuous operation with redundancy. Commonly deployed in power generation, petrochemical plants, and infrastructure systems where downtime is unacceptable.

FAQ

Q: What makes the BMEH582040 redundant? A: It supports hot-standby redundancy, allowing one processor to take over instantly if the primary fails.

Q: Does it include cybersecurity features? A: Yes, it is Achilles-certified and includes embedded firewall, TLS, HTTPS, and secure logging.