{"product_id":"beckhoff-bx8000-bx-series-rs232-rs485-bus-terminal-controller","title":"BECKHOFF BX8000 BX Series RS232\/RS485 Bus Terminal Controller","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrating decentralized execution with flexible communication capabilities, the \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF BX8000\u003c\/strong\u003e functions as a high-performance programmable logical controller designed for the Beckhoff Bus Terminal system. This compact controller bridges standard serial communication interfaces (RS232 and RS485) with industrial I\/O signals, enabling modular control topologies in complex plant installations. Engineered with 256 kbytes of program memory and 256 kbytes of data memory, it provides robust capabilities for execution tasks configured via the TwinCAT software suite in compliance with the IEC 61131-3 standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe unit features a built-in illuminated FSTN character display alongside an integrated navigation joystick, allowing operators to execute diagnostic functions, configure network parameters, and read localized status messages directly at the device. Connectivity is further enhanced by an integrated CANopen-based Smart System Bus (SSB) designed to link additional peripheral modules or subsidiary controller units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual integrated serial interfaces: COM1 configured as dedicated RS232; COM2 configurable as RS232 or RS485.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect connection for up to 64 local Bus Terminals, expandable to a maximum of 255 modules utilizing K-bus extension technology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIlluminated FSTN display showing 2 lines of 16 characters for customized status tracking and system diagnostics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIEC 61131-3 compatible programming support with capability for online program alterations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBattery-backed integrated real-time clock for system time-stamping and scheduling tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrated power contacts rating of up to 24 V DC at 10 A max.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDistributed machinery control and local pre-processing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSerial-to-fieldbus gateway execution in infrastructure monitoring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHVAC and building automation networks using Modbus RTU protocols.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemote telemetry and processing stations requiring local status displays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Parameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Value\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBECKHOFF\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePart Number \/ Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBX8000\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProgramming System\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTwinCAT (via programming interface or fieldbus)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProgram Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e256 kbytes\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eData Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e256 kbytes\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRemanent Data\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2 kbytes\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePersistent Data\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1 kbyte\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProgramming Languages\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIEC 61131-3 (IL, LD, FBD, SFC, ST)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSerial Interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCOM1: 1 x RS232; 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