Schneider BMXCRA31210 I/O Expansion Module

Product Description

The BMXCRA31210 (3BSE041882R1) I/O expansion module from Schneider Electric is part of the Modicon X80 series, designed to extend remote I/O capabilities for Modicon M580 and Quantum systems. It functions as an Ethernet RIO drop adaptor, enabling seamless communication across distributed architectures with advanced diagnostics and cybersecurity features.

Technical Specifications

• Model: BMXCRA31210

• Series: Modicon X80

• Compatibility: Modicon M580, Modicon Quantum

• Type: I/O Expansion Module

• Application: Remote I/O modules via Ethernet RIO

• Bus Type: Bus X across remote backplane

• Ports: 3 × RJ45 (1 service/distributed equipment, 2 Ethernet RIO)

• Protocols Supported: EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, RSTP, SNTP, SNMP, DHCP, FTP, TFTP, FDR

• Cybersecurity: Port enable/disable, Syslog support

• Exchange Mode: Half/full duplex, autonegotiation, auto MDIX

• Transmission Rate: 10/100 Mbit/s (10/100BASE-TX)

• Functions: CCOTF (configuration change on the fly), diagnostics for remote I/O devices, port mirroring, system time stamping (10 ms resolution)

• Local Signaling: RUN, ERR, Mod Status, Net Status, STS LEDs

• Power Supply: 3.3 V DC, 1200 mA consumption

• Channel Capacity: Up to 1024 discrete channels, 256 analog channels

• Dimensions: 32 mm (W) × 100 mm (H) × 87.5 mm (D)

• Weight: 0.225 kg

• Mounting: Rack-mounted, screw fixing

• Environmental Compliance: RoHS, CE, UL, CSA, RCM, EAC, IEC standards

• Operating Temperature: 0…60 °C

• Storage Temperature: -40…85 °C

• Altitude: ≤ 2000 m (operation), ≤ 3000 m (transport)

• Protection: IP20

Key Features

• Ethernet RIO Integration: Supports ring topology with RSTP for redundancy

• Advanced Diagnostics: Device DDT, port mirroring, timestamping for precise monitoring

• Cybersecurity Ready: Configurable port security and Syslog protocol support

• Flexible Compatibility: Works with multiple module types including counters, motion control, SSI encoders, and fiber converters

• Compact & Robust: Lightweight design with industrial-grade certifications

Application Scenarios Ideal for large-scale automation systems requiring distributed I/O, such as power plants, marine applications, and manufacturing facilities. Supports high-density channel expansion with reliable Ethernet-based communication.

FAQ

• Q: Can this module support redundant Ethernet topologies? A: Yes, it supports RSTP ring topology for redundancy.

• Q: What controllers are compatible? A: Modicon M580 and Quantum systems.

• Q: Does it provide cybersecurity features? A: Yes, including port enable/disable and Syslog support.