Schneider Electric Modicon M580
The Schneider Electric Modicon M580 is an Ethernet-native ePAC (embedded Programmable Automation Controller) designed for process, infrastructure, and hybrid manufacturing applications. Unlike traditional PLCs with Ethernet as an add-on, the M580 has Ethernet embedded into its backplane, enabling every I/O module to communicate directly via Ethernet without requiring communication adapters. It supports transparent, routable communication from the enterprise network down to the I/O level using standard Ethernet/IP protocols. The M580 features integrated cybersecurity with Achilles Level 2 certification, encrypted communication, and role-based access control. Programmed with EcoStruxure Control Expert (formerly Unity Pro), it supports IEC 61131-3 languages and provides native integration with EcoStruxure Plant SCADA.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| CPU Variants | BMEP581020 to BMEP586040 |
| User Memory | 4–16 MB |
| Backplane Communication | Ethernet (native) at 100 Mbps |
| I/O Capacity | Up to 33,792 digital / 5,120 analog |
| Communication | Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, OPC UA |
| Cybersecurity | Achilles Level 2, CIP Security, encrypted communication |
| Safety (M580S) | SIL 3 / PL e per IEC 61508 / ISO 13849 |
| Redundancy | Hot standby CPU redundancy available |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +60 °C |
| Programming Environment | EcoStruxure Control Expert V15+ |
Key Features
- 1Ethernet-native backplane eliminates communication adapters—every module has a direct Ethernet address
- 2Achilles Level 2 certified cybersecurity with encrypted communication, secure boot, and user access management
- 3Hot standby CPU redundancy for mission-critical process applications with bumpless transfer
- 4M580 Safety (M580S) variant for SIL 3 safety applications within the same rack
- 5EcoStruxure Control Expert with FDT/DTM support for seamless HART and Foundation Fieldbus device integration
- 6Transparent routable Ethernet from enterprise level to I/O field level without protocol gateways
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