Modicon M580
- Type
- Ethernet PAC
- Applications
- Large process and critical infrastructure
- Scale / I/O
- X80/remote I/O; up to 31 RIO racks class
- Communication & motion
- Ethernet RIO, Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP
- Engineering software
- Control Expert
Schneider Electric · Modicon
Modicon M580 PLC / PAC Control Platform
Ethernet PAC platform for large process and critical infrastructure with X80 and remote I/O architectures.
This page supports platform, model, I/O and engineering-architecture identification. Confirm the full designation against supply, signal types, networks, expansion modules, software and firmware versions.
- Ethernet PAC
- Platform type
- X80/remote I/O; up to 31 RIO racks class
- Scale and I/O
- 13
- Controller models
- 0
- Expansion items
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Modicon M580
Ethernet PAC platform for large process and critical infrastructure with X80 and remote I/O architectures.
The page retains controller, expansion-I/O, software and model-code information so the review can continue against the actual control architecture.
- ApplicationsLarge process and critical infrastructure
- Scale and I/OX80/remote I/O; up to 31 RIO racks class
- Communications and motionEthernet RIO, Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP
- Engineering softwareControl Expert
PLATFORM STRUCTURE AND CORE CAPABILITIES
- 01
Controller-platform role
Ethernet PAC
- 02
Embedded and expansion I/O
X80/remote I/O; up to 31 RIO racks class
- 03
Networks, fieldbus and motion
Ethernet RIO, Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP
- 04
Engineering software and project version
Control Expert
TECHNICAL DATA AND PLATFORM BRANCHES
CONTROLLER REFERENCES
13 models
Confirm supply, I/O, electrical outputs, networks, expansion, software and firmware before finalizing the order number.
| Model | Controller type | Supply | Embedded I/O | Output type | Ethernet | Fieldbus / motion | Program / performance | Expansion scale | Software |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMEP581020 | Standard DIO CPU | X80 Ethernet rack-powered | No embedded I/O; uses X80/remote I/O | - | Built-in Ethernet | EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, RIO/DIO by model | 4 MB | 61 Ethernet devices; 4 local racks; 1024DI / 256AI | EcoStruxure Control Expert |
| BMEP582020 | Standard DIO CPU | X80 Ethernet rack-powered | No embedded I/O; uses X80/remote I/O | - | Built-in Ethernet | EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, RIO/DIO by model | 8 MB | 125 Ethernet devices; 4 local racks; 2048DI / 512AI | EcoStruxure Control Expert |
| BMEP582040 | DIO+RIO CPU | X80 Ethernet rack-powered | No embedded I/O; uses X80/remote I/O | - | Built-in Ethernet | EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, RIO/DIO by model | 8 MB | 61 Ethernet devices; 8 remote I/O racks; 2048DI / 512AI | EcoStruxure Control Expert |
| BMEP583020 | Standard DIO CPU | X80 Ethernet rack-powered | No embedded I/O; uses X80/remote I/O | - | Built-in Ethernet | EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, RIO/DIO by model | 12 MB | Per catalog class; 8 local racks (by architecture); medium-to-large systems | EcoStruxure Control Expert |
| BMEP583040 | DIO+RIO CPU | X80 Ethernet rack-powered | No embedded I/O; uses X80/remote I/O | - | Built-in Ethernet | EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, RIO/DIO by model | 12 MB | Per catalog class; 16 remote I/O racks (per catalog); medium-to-large systems | EcoStruxure Control Expert |
| BMEP584020 | Standard DIO CPU | X80 Ethernet rack-powered | No embedded I/O; uses X80/remote I/O | - | Built-in Ethernet | EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, RIO/DIO by model | 16 MB | Per catalog class; 8 local racks (by architecture); large systems | EcoStruxure Control Expert |
| BMEP584040 | DIO+RIO CPU | X80 Ethernet rack-powered | No embedded I/O; uses X80/remote I/O | - | Built-in Ethernet | EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, RIO/DIO by model | 16 MB | Per catalog class; 16 remote I/O racks (per catalog); large systems | EcoStruxure Control Expert |
| BMEP585040 | High-performance DIO+RIO CPU | X80 Ethernet rack-powered | No embedded I/O; uses X80/remote I/O | - | Built-in Ethernet | EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, RIO/DIO by model | 24 MB | 61 Ethernet devices; 31 remote I/O racks; large systems | EcoStruxure Control Expert |
| BMEP586040 | High-performance DIO+RIO CPU | X80 Ethernet rack-powered | No embedded I/O; uses X80/remote I/O | - | Built-in Ethernet | EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, RIO/DIO by model | 64 MB | 61 Ethernet devices; 31 remote I/O racks; very large systems | EcoStruxure Control Expert |
| BMEP581020H | Harsh-environment/conformal-coated CPU | X80 Ethernet rack-powered | No embedded I/O; uses X80/remote I/O | - | Built-in Ethernet | EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, RIO/DIO by model | Corresponds to standard CPU class | Suitable for harsh environments; availability range to be confirmed per country site | EcoStruxure Control Expert |
| BMEP582020H | Harsh-environment/conformal-coated CPU | X80 Ethernet rack-powered | No embedded I/O; uses X80/remote I/O | - | Built-in Ethernet | EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, RIO/DIO by model | Corresponds to standard CPU class | Suitable for harsh environments; availability range to be confirmed per country site | EcoStruxure Control Expert |
| BMEP585040C | Harsh-environment/conformal-coated CPU | X80 Ethernet rack-powered | No embedded I/O; uses X80/remote I/O | - | Built-in Ethernet | EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, RIO/DIO by model | Corresponds to standard CPU class | Suitable for harsh environments; availability range to be confirmed per country site | EcoStruxure Control Expert |
| BMEP586040C | Harsh-environment/conformal-coated CPU | X80 Ethernet rack-powered | No embedded I/O; uses X80/remote I/O | - | Built-in Ethernet | EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, RIO/DIO by model | Corresponds to standard CPU class | Suitable for harsh environments; availability range to be confirmed per country site | EcoStruxure Control Expert |
ENGINEERING SOFTWARE
Software compatibility and migration
| Software | Controller ranges | Project type | Integration | Version notes | Migration notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EcoStruxure Control Expert | M340 / M580 / MC80 | Process, infrastructure, PAC projects | X80, Ethernet RIO, network modules | CPU firmware, DTM, and library versions must be locked | Premium/Quantum migration requires an I/O and network conversion plan |
MODEL-CODE GUIDE
Series code identification
| Code | Meaning | Example | Verify |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMEP / BMEH | BMEP=standalone CPU; BMEH=Hot Standby CPU | BMEH586040 | Hot-standby CPUs must be used in pairs within a complete redundant architecture |
| 020 / 040 | 020 is usually DIO type; 040 usually supports RIO architecture | BMEP584040 | Final capability depends on CPU class and catalog |
| S / H / C | S=Safety; H=harsh environment; C=conformal-coated/environmental version | BMEP586040S | Letter meaning must be interpreted with the full reference number |
INQUIRY CHECKLIST
- Complete designation and nameplate
- Supply and grounding
- Embedded and expansion I/O list
- Digital and analog signals
- Ethernet and fieldbus networks
- Motion-control or safety requirements
- Engineering software and project version
- Firmware, quantity and application
PLATFORM SUMMARY
- Product platform
- Modicon M580
- Type
- Ethernet PAC
- Scale / I/O
- X80/remote I/O; up to 31 RIO racks class
- Communications / motion
- Ethernet RIO, Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP
- Engineering software
- Control Expert
APPLICATIONS
Machine automation
Review program size, scan cycle, networks, motion control and machine-safety requirements.
Process control
Define the architecture around availability, redundancy, remote I/O, communications and engineering software.
Equipment and lines
Structure the control system around I/O scale, network topology and maintenance.
System modernization
Begin migration review with the original program, module list, firmware, networks and wiring.
RECOMMENDED PLATFORM RANGES
Modicon M580
Ethernet PAC
- Scale / I/O
- X80/remote I/O; up to 31 RIO racks class
- Software
- Control Expert
This is a platform overview, not a complete system selection. Verify the final configuration against the full catalog number, program, I/O, electrical, network, software, firmware and mechanical conditions.
