Schneider BMXEHC0200 Counter Module, Modicon M340, High Speed, 2 Channels

The Schneider Electric BMXEHC0200 is a high-speed counter module for the Modicon M340 automation platform, providing 2 independent counting channels with a maximum frequency of 60,000 Hz. It supports 32-bit counting, frequency measurement, and ratio counting, making it suited for precise pulse and encoder-based measurement in industrial automation systems.

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: BMXEHC0200
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• EAN: 3595863910148
• Series / range: Modicon M340 automation platform
• Product type: Counter module
• Number of channels: 2
• Maximum counter frequency: 60,000 Hz
• Number of inputs: 6 (3 fast inputs, 3 auxiliary inputs)
• Input voltage: 24 V DC type 3, limit 30 V
• Input compatibility: 19.2…30 V 2-wire/3-wire proximity sensor; incremental encoder with push-pull outputs, 10…30 V totem pole
• Number of outputs: 2
• Output voltage: 24 V DC (range 19.2…30 V)
• Maximum output current: 2 A per module, 0.5 A per output
• Maximum load current: 1 A per module, 0.5 A per output
• Digital output logic: Adjustable – positive or negative
• Output short-circuit protection: 1.5 A integrated
• Maximum voltage drop in state 1: 3 V
• Maximum leakage current in state 0: 0.1 mA
• Switching time: 0.2 ms
• Cycle time: 1 ms
• Isolation voltage: 1,500 V for 60 s
• Current consumption: 200 mA at 3.3 V DC bus; 40 mA at 24 V DC rack; 80 mA at 24 V DC sensor
• Electrical connection: 1 x 10-pin connector (auxiliary inputs and sensor power); 1 x 16-pin connector (counter 0 sensor); 1 x 16-pin connector (counter 1 sensor)
• Module format: Standard
• Weight: 0.112 kg
• Operating temperature: 0…60 C
• Relative humidity: 10…95% without condensation
• IP protection rating: IP20
• Directives: 2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive; 2014/30/EU EMC Directive
• Warranty: 18 months

Features and benefits:

• Two independent high-speed counter channels with 60,000 Hz maximum frequency and 32-bit resolution
• Multiple counting modes: loop counting, down counting, ratio counting (dividing or subtracting two frequencies), time measurement periods, and counter events
• Compatible with 2-wire and 3-wire proximity sensors and incremental encoders with push-pull or totem pole outputs
• Integrated output overload and short-circuit protection with adjustable positive or negative output logic
• Fast 1 ms cycle time and 0.2 ms switching time for real-time process response

Applications:

• Speed and position monitoring using incremental encoders in machine automation
• Flow measurement and production event counting in process control systems
• Frequency measurement for rotating machinery and conveyor systems
• High-precision pulse counting tasks within Modicon M340 PLC-based control panels

Compliant with EU Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU and EMC Directive 2014/30/EU. Part of the Schneider Electric Modicon M340 automation platform.

Also known as: Schneider BMXEHC0200, Schneider Electric BMXEHC0200, M340 high-speed counter module, Modicon M340 pulse counter module.