When a production line stops, every minute means lost profit and frustrated customers. The Schneider Electric Modicon M580 Redundant HSBY Processor Module Level 6 is built to keep your automation system running without interruption. It replaces a single point processor that can cause costly downtime. If you need a reliable heart for your PLC network, this module gives you the safety and performance you cannot afford to miss.
Schneider Electric Modicon M580 Redundant HSBY Processor Module Level 6
Industrial plants often suffer when a processor fails and the whole control system stops. That problem hurts production schedules and can damage reputation. This redundant HSBY processor removes the risk by providing a backup core that takes over instantly. It works with the Modicon M580 platform and gives you continuous control, even during power spikes or hardware faults. The result is a smoother operation and peace of mind for the engineer.
Benefits
- Zero downtime thanks to automatic fail-over.
- More memory lets you run larger programs and store more data.
- Built-in Ethernet ports simplify wiring and network setup.
- Low power draw reduces energy costs.
- Long MTBF rating means fewer service visits.
Usages
Use this module in factories that run continuous processes such as chemicals, food, or automotive assembly. It fits well in water treatment plants where sensor data must be collected without interruption. The processor also serves large building management systems that control HVAC, lighting and security across many floors. Anywhere you need a reliable PLC core, this module delivers the performance you expect.
Key Features
- Dual-core ARM processor for fast execution.
- 64 MB integrated RAM for program storage.
- 64 MB RAM for real-time data handling.
- 4 GB expandable flash for long-term logging.
- 4096 kB RAM dedicated to HSBY data.
- Supports up to 31 remote I/O racks.
- Handles up to 64 distributed devices.
- Three Ethernet ports: service, device, and HSBY.
- USB mini-B programming port for easy updates.
- 295 mA current consumption at 24 V DC.
- 600,000 hour MTBF for high reliability.
- IP20 rating suitable for indoor cabinets.
Specifications:
Main
| Range of product |
Modicon M580 |
| Product or component type |
Redundant processor module |
Complementary
| Number of racks |
1 |
| Application specific I/O |
Counter
SSI encoder
Serial link
HART
Accurate time stamping
Motion control |
| Checks |
Process control |
| Control channels |
Programmable loops |
| Integrated connection type |
1 Ethernet TCP/IP for service port
2 Ethernet TCP/IP for device network
USB type mini B
1 Ethernet for HSBY port |
| Number of remote I/O station |
31 - 2 rack(s) per X80 and Quantum drops |
| Number of distributed equipment |
64 |
| Communication module processor capacity |
6 Ethernet communication module
16 AS-Interface module |
| Communication service |
DIO scanner
RIO scanner |
| Memory description |
Expandable flash, 4 GB for data storage
Integrated RAM, 10 kB for system memory
Integrated RAM, 64 MB for program and data
Integrated RAM, 4096 kB for HSBY data |
| Application structure |
1 cyclic/periodic master task
1 periodic fast task |
| Cybersecurity |
Achilles certified
DoS prevention
IPSec
SNMP logging
Syslog protocol support
Transport layer security
Audit trail
Embedded firewall
Firmware signature
Password protection
Port hardening
Secure communication (HTTPS)
Security log |
| Number of instructions per ms |
40 Kinst/ms 65 % Boolean + 35 % fixed arithmetic
50 Kinst/ms 100 % Boolean |
| Current consumption |
365 mA at 24 V DC |
| MTBF reliability |
650000 H |
| Marking |
CE |
Environment
| Vibration resistance |
3 gn |
| Shock resistance |
30 gn |
| Ambient air temperature for operation |
0…60 °C |
| Ambient air temperature for storage |
-40…85 °C |
| Operating altitude |
0...2000 m
2000...5000 m with derating factor |
| Relative humidity |
5…95 % at 55 °C without condensation |
| IP degree of protection |
IP20 |
| Directives |
2014/35/EU - low voltage directive
2014/30/EU - electromagnetic compatibility |
| Product certifications |
CE
UL
CSA
RCM
EAC
Merchant Navy |
| Standards |
IEC 61131-2
IEC 61010-2-201
UL 61010-2-201
CSA C22.2 No 61010-2-201
IACS E10
EN/IEC 61000-6-5, interface type 1 and type 2
EN/IEC 61850-3, location G |
| Environmental characteristic |
Hazardous location class I division 2 |
| Supply |
Internal power supply via rack |
| Status LED |
1 LED (green) processor running (RUN)
1 LED (red) processor or system fault (ERR)
1 LED (red) I/O module fault (I/O)
1 LED (green) download in progress (DL)
1 LED (red) memory card or CPU flash fault (BACKUP)
1 LED (green/red) ETH MS (Ethernet port configuration status)
1 LED (green/red) Eth NS (Ethernet network status)
1 LED (green) peer processor running (REMOTE RUN)
1 LED (green) processor ID set to A (A)
1 LED (green) processor ID set to B (B)
1 LED (green) processor acting as Primary (PRIM)
1 LED (green) processor acting as Standby (STBY)
1 LED (green) I/O values overrided by user (FORCED IO)
1 LED (green) Hot standby link status (Hsby Diag) |
| Net weight |
0.849 kg |
Packing Units
| Unit Type of Package 1 |
PCE |
| Number of Units in Package 1 |
1 |
| Package 1 Height |
8.700 cm |
| Package 1 Width |
17.700 cm |
| Package 1 Length |
25.000 cm |
| Package 1 Weight |
878.000 g |
| Unit Type of Package 2 |
S03 |
| Number of Units in Package 2 |
6 |
| Package 2 Height |
30.000 cm |
| Package 2 Width |
30.000 cm |
| Package 2 Length |
40.000 cm |
| Package 2 Weight |
5.631 kg |
