{"product_id":"bmeh5840kd-schneider-24v-dc-ethernet-epac-processor-kit","title":"BMEH5840KD Schneider 24V DC Ethernet ePAC Processor Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eSchneider Electric BMEH5840KD\u003c\/strong\u003e (Modicon M580 Series) is a premium redundant Hot Standby (HSBY) Ethernet Programmable Automation Controller (ePAC) processor kit designed for large-scale, high-availability industrial processes. Built for mission-critical operations in oil \u0026amp; gas, power generation, water treatment, and infrastructure, this dual-CPU redundant solution ensures zero-downtime control through continuous hardware synchronization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOperating on an internal \u003cstrong\u003e24 V DC\u003c\/strong\u003e backplane bus supply drawing \u003cstrong\u003e360 mA\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eBMEH5840KD\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers an expanded \u003cstrong\u003e64 MB\u003c\/strong\u003e application program memory, advanced cybersecurity capabilities (Achilles Level 2 certified), and rapid program execution speeds up to 40 Kinst\/ms. Protected by a conformal-coated IP20 enclosure rated for harsh ambient environments, the unit weighs \u003cstrong\u003e0.88 kg (1.94 lbs)\u003c\/strong\u003e with an estimated gross package shipping weight of \u003cstrong\u003e1.55 kg (3.42 lbs)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCore Technical Advantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpanded 64 MB Application Memory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features four times the memory capacity of standard M580 processors, enabling execution of complex control algorithms and extensive data logging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBumpless Hot Standby Redundancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dedicated high-speed fiber-optic HSBY synchronization ports provide sub-millisecond data mirroring and instantaneous primary-to-standby failover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Capacity Network Scanner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports up to 31 Ethernet Remote I\/O (RIO) drops and up to 64 Distributed Equipment (DIO) devices directly on the Ethernet backplane network.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSevere Environment Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Conformal coating (Class 3C4 \/ Class 3S4 compliant) guards internal electronics against corrosive airborne contaminants, humidity, and dust exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 15px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003eSpecification Details\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBrand \/ Manufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eSchneider Electric\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCatalog Number \/ Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eBMEH5840KD (Modicon M580 Series)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eRedundant Hot Standby (HSBY) ePAC Processor Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIntegrated Application Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e64 MB Program RAM | 4096 kB Data RAM | Expandable SD Flash Storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eExecution Speed \/ Performance\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e30 Kinst\/ms (65% Boolean + 35% arithmetic) | 40 Kinst\/ms (100% Boolean)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower Supply \/ Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e360 mA at 24 V DC (Internal rack backplane supply)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNetwork Drops \/ Device Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eSupports up to 31 Remote I\/O (RIO) drops \u0026amp; 64 Distributed Equipment (DIO) devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCommunication Interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e2x Ethernet TCP\/IP Device Network, 1x Service Port, 1x Optical HSBY Link, 1x USB Mini-B\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIngress \u0026amp; Environmental Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eIP20 Rated | Conformal Coated (Class 3C4 \/ Class 3S4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Temperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e-25 °C to +60 °C (-13 °F to +140 °F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMTBF Reliability Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e600,000 Hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEstimated Net \/ Shipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eNet Unit: 0.88 kg (1.94 lbs) | Gross Shipping: 1.55 kg (3.42 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Setup Recommendations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Rack Redundancy Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount primary and standby BMEH5840KD CPUs into identical Modicon X80 Ethernet backplanes connected to independent uninterruptible power supplies (UPS).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiber-Optic HSBY Link:\u003c\/strong\u003e Interconnect the dedicated optical sync ports on both CPUs using approved multimode fiber cables to ensure uninterrupted memory replication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Configure project hardware and Ethernet RIO networks within EcoStruxure Control Expert, verifying both CPUs execute identical firmware versions before commissioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: What is the main technical difference between Schneider BMEH5840KA and BMEH5840KD?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA1: The BMEH5840KD features a larger 64 MB application memory (compared to 16 MB on the BMEH5840KA) and expanded network drop capacity supporting up to 31 RIO drops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: How many Ethernet Remote I\/O drops can the BMEH5840KD processor control?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA2: It can control up to 31 Ethernet RIO drops and up to 64 DIO devices across the process network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: What operating voltage and current consumption apply to the BMEH5840KD module?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA3: It draws 360 mA at 24 V DC from the internal rack backplane power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Schneider","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67761617928324,"sku":"BMEH5840KD","price":179.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/7454\/7844\/files\/BMEH5840KD.jpg?v=1793111630","url":"https:\/\/www.etowonauto.com\/kk\/products\/bmeh5840kd-schneider-24v-dc-ethernet-epac-processor-kit","provider":"Etowon Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}