BMENOS0300C | Schneider Electric Modicon X80 Ethernet/IP Switch Module

BMENOS0300C: The Backbone Switch That Keeps Your Modicon X80 Rack Talking

When a rack loses its network link, production stops. The Schneider Electric BMENOS0300C is a Modicon X80 switch module built for maintenance engineers who cannot afford that downtime. It drops directly into a BMEXBP... backplane and gives you three Ethernet/IP ports — two for the device network and one dedicated service port — so you can diagnose without pulling cables.

This is a genuine Schneider Electric module, in stock and ready to ship from SpareTech Plc.

Key Specifications at a Glance

• Product type: Switch module, Modicon X80 range
• Compatibility: BMEXBP... backplane
• Rated supply voltage: 24 V for backplane
• Power consumption: 3.3 W at 135 mA (25 °C); 4.5 W at 185 mA (60 °C)
• Ports: 3, with Ethernet/IP device network and Ethernet/IP service port
• Communication protocol: EtherNet/IP
• Local signalling: RUN (green), ERR (red), Mod Status (green/red), Net Status (green/red)
• Module format: Standard
• IP degree of protection: IP20
• Ambient operating temperature: 0…60 °C
• Storage temperature: -40…85 °C
• Relative humidity: 95 % without condensation
• Operating altitude: <= 2000 m
• Protective treatment: Conformal coating
• Certifications: CE, UL, CSA, RCM, EAC, Merchant Navy, ATEX zone 2/22, IECEx zone 2/22

Why Maintenance Teams Specify This Module

Diagnostics You Can Read at a Glance

Four front-panel LEDs tell the whole story. A green RUN light confirms the module is active. A red ERR light flags a fault. Mod Status and Net Status use green/red to show module health and network communication state. From a service perspective, that means faster fault isolation — no laptop required for a first-pass check.

Built for Harsh Plant Environments

The BMENOS0300C carries a conformal coating and resists gas (class Gx per ISA S71.04, class 3C4 per IEC 60721-3-3), dust, sand, salt, mold, and fungal spores. It is rated for hazardous location class I division 2 and ATEX/IECEx zone 2/22. In chemical, coastal, or food-processing plants, that protection translates directly into longer service intervals and fewer unplanned replacements.

Power Budgeting Made Simple

At 25 °C the module draws 3.3 W at 135 mA; at 60 °C it draws 4.5 W at 185 mA. Engineers sizing a 24 V backplane supply can plan headroom accurately across the full operating range.

Where the BMENOS0300C Fits

• Process skids and remote I/O islands: The service port lets technicians connect locally without disturbing the device network.
• Hazardous-area panels: Zone 2/22 and class I division 2 ratings suit oil, gas, and chemical installations.
• High-humidity plants: 95 % relative humidity tolerance without condensation supports washdown-adjacent and coastal sites.

Installation and Service Notes

Mount the module on a compatible BMEXBP... backplane and confirm the 24 V backplane supply before power-up. Keep the enclosure within 0…60 °C and observe the <= 2000 m operating altitude limit. Verify current lifecycle status and availability with SpareTech Plc before ordering.

For maintenance, inspect periodically for dust buildup and LED fault indications, and follow Schneider Electric's official documentation for all service procedures.

Integration Note

The BMENOS0300C communicates over EtherNet/IP. Wiring into an existing EtherNet/IP network may require an external gateway or connection module depending on your architecture. Confirm cables and gateways with your supplier before commissioning.

Selection Checklist

Before you buy, confirm backplane compatibility (BMEXBP...), required port count, and your panel's temperature and humidity profile. SpareTech Plc offers expert technical selection support and fast worldwide shipping on genuine parts.

Contact SpareTech Plc today for pricing and availability.