The Schneider Electric BMEP582040 is a Level 2 Modicon M580 processor module for remote I/O architectures, supporting up to 2048 discrete and 512 analog local I/O points. Dual Ethernet TCP/IP network ports plus a dedicated service port and USB mini B interface enable flexible system integration, while an MTBF of 775,000 hours reflects high reliability for demanding industrial process control. Technical specifications: Commercial reference: BMEP582040 Manufacturer: Schneider Electric EAN: 3595864174426 Series / range: Modicon M580 Product type: Processor module, Level 2 Number of racks: 4 Local I/O capacity (discrete): 2048 Local I/O capacity (analog): 512 Application-specific channels (local rack): 72 Remote I/O stations: 8 (2 racks per remote node) Distributed equipment: 64 Connectivity: 1 x Ethernet TCP/IP service port, 2 x Ethernet TCP/IP network, USB mini B Communication processors: 2 Ethernet modules, 16 AS-Interface modules Program memory: 8 MB integrated RAM Safety program memory: 2 MB integrated RAM Data storage: 4 GB expandable flash Processing speed: 40 Kinst/ms (100% Boolean) Current consumption: 270 mA at 24 V DC Power supply: Internal via rack MTBF: 775,000 hours Operating temperature: 0...60°C Storage temperature: -40...85°C Relative humidity: 5...95% at 55°C, non-condensing IP protection rating: IP20 Vibration resistance: 3 gn Shock resistance: 15 gn Weight: 0.849 kg Certifications: CE, UL, CSA, RCM, EAC, Merchant Navy Features and benefits: Achilles-certified cybersecurity with embedded firewall, IPSec, HTTPS, audit trail, firmware signature, and port protection Application task structure supports 64 event tasks, 2 auxiliary tasks, and a fast periodic task for time-critical process control Application-specific I/O support includes HART, SSI encoder, servo axis control, and precise input time-stamping DIO and RIO scanning communication services for distributed and remote I/O management 10 status LEDs provide real-time diagnostics for run state, I/O faults, memory errors, Ethernet link, and safety mode Rated for hazardous locations Class I Division 2 and compliant with marine Merchant Navy requirements Applications: Process automation in oil, gas, and chemical industries Remote and distributed I/O management in large-scale industrial automation systems Safety-critical control installations requiring IEC 61850-3 substation-grade EMC compliance Marine and offshore automation platforms covered by Merchant Navy certification Compliant with IEC 61131-2, IEC 61010-2-201, EN/IEC 61000-6-5, EN/IEC 61850-3, and IACS E10. Part of the Schneider Electric Modicon M580 range. Also known as: Schneider BMEP582040, Schneider Electric BMEP582040, Modicon M580 Level 2 remote I/O processor module.