Schneider BMEP584020 | M580 CPU 4096 Digital 1024 Analog

Schneider Electric BMEP584020 Modicon M580 Processor

Product Overview

The Schneider Electric BMEP584020 is a standalone processor for the Modicon M580 automation platform. It features 16 MB program memory and supports 125 Ethernet devices with 128 distributed equipment units. The processor manages 8 local I/O racks with 4096 digital and 1024 analog I/O capacity plus 144 application-specific channels. Weight is 0.849 kg (1.872 lbs).

Specifications

Cybersecurity Features

• Achilles Certified with DoS Prevention
• IPSec and Transport Layer Security
• SNMP Logging and Syslog Protocol Support
• Audit Trail and Security Log
• Embedded Firewall and Firmware Signature
• Password Protection and Port Hardening
• Secure Communication (HTTPS)

Certifications

• CE, UL, CSA, RCM, EAC
• Merchant Navy
• IEC 61131-2, IEC 61010-2-201
• UL 61010-2-201, CSA C22.2 No 61010-2-201
• IACS E10
• EN/IEC 61000-6-5 Interface Type 1 and 2
• EN/IEC 61850-3 Location G
• Hazardous Location Class I Division 2

Key Features

• 16 MB program memory for the most demanding automation applications
• Supports 125 Ethernet devices and 128 distributed equipment units
• 8 local I/O racks with 4096 digital and 1024 analog capacity
• 144 application-specific channels for HART, motion, SSI, and counting
• 4 Ethernet and 8 AS-Interface communication module capacity
• Achilles-certified cybersecurity with embedded firewall and IPSec
• 128 event tasks for complex sequential and process control
• 775,000 hours MTBF reliability rating
• Class I Division 2 hazardous location approved
• Marine certified for merchant navy applications

Installation Notes

Install the processor in a Modicon M580 rack with internal power supply. Connect Ethernet devices using the service port and two device network ports. The USB Mini B port supports local programming. Configure cybersecurity features including firewall, IPSec, and HTTPS for secure operation. The processor manages 8 local I/O racks with expansion capacity for 144 application-specific channels. Supports 4 Ethernet and 8 AS-Interface communication modules. For altitudes above 2000 meters, apply derating factors.

FAQs

Q1: What is the program memory capacity of the BMEP584020?

A1: 16 MB integrated RAM for program and 2048 kB for data.

Q2: How many local I/O racks does this processor support?

A2: 8 local I/O racks with 4096 digital and 1024 analog I/O capacity.

Q3: How many application-specific channels are available?

A3: 144 application-specific channels supporting HART, time stamping, SSI encoder, serial link, motion control, and counter functions.