Schneider Electric BMXXBP1200 Modicon X80 Backplane — 12‑Slot X‑Bus Rack, Panel/Mounting‑Plate, DIN‑Rail Compatible, 503.2×103.7×19 mm, 1.27 kg, IP20

The Schneider Electric BMXXBP1200 is a Modicon X80 series 12‑slot X‑bus backplane designed for compact programmable automation controllers. It provides stable in‑rack module mounting, hot‑swappable support for most I/O modules, and straightforward compatibility with Modicon M340, M580 and X80 modules. The backplane can be mounted on panel or mounting plate and is DIN‑rail compatible via the system mounting method.

Key specifications

• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• Product: BMXXBP1200 (Modicon X80 backplane)
• Function: 12‑slot X‑bus rack (slots for processor, I/O, communication and application modules; power supply module excluded)
• Number of slots: 12 bus X
• Dimensions (HxWxD): 103.7 × 503.2 × 19 mm
• Net weight: 1.27 kg
• Power consumption (backplane): 0.17 W
• Electrical connection: 1 × XBE expansion connector
• Fixing / mounting: By 4 × M4/M5/M6 screws for panel or mounting plate; compatible with DIN‑rail mounting arrangements in X80 systems
• Environmental rating: IP20
• Operating ambient temperature: 0…60 °C
• Relative humidity: 10…95 % non‑condensing
• Standards & certifications: CE, UL, CSA, RCM, EAC, UKCA, Merchant Navy; complies with EN/IEC 61131‑2 and relevant EMC and industrial standards (see datasheet)
• Packaging: single unit package dims 56.8 × 16.0 × 7.0 cm; package weight 1.317 kg
• Warranty: 18 months (contractual)

Features & benefits

• 12‑slot X‑bus provides a compact yet flexible rack for processors, I/O and communication modules.
• Hot‑swappable support for most I/O modules reduces downtime during maintenance.
• Cross‑compatibility with Modicon M340, M580 and X80 modules enables easy upgrades and Quantum modernization paths.
• Low backplane power consumption and compact footprint simplify cabinet planning.
• Robust industrial certifications and wide operating temperature and humidity ranges for typical control‑room and factory environments.

Typical applications

• PLC systems and distributed control cabinets for manufacturing automation
• Retrofit or expansion of Modicon M340/M580/X80 automation racks
• OEM control panels requiring compact multi‑module mounting

Installation notes

• Mount using 4 M4/M5/M6 screws to panel or mounting plate as specified; verify mechanical drawing for hole positions.
• Use the provided XBE expansion connector for bus expansion where required.
• Observe IP20 protection rating and install within an enclosure appropriate for the target environment.
• Consult the official product datasheet, CAD files and user guide for detailed mounting dimensions, module compatibility lists and wiring recommendations.

Documentation

• Product datasheet, user guide, instruction sheet, catalog and CAD files are available from Schneider Electric. Refer to those documents for complete technical drawings, module placement rules and lifecycle/environmental disclosures.