Manufacturer: B&R
Product No.: X20BC0083
Country of origin:United States
Product Type: X20 Bus Controller
Payment: T/T, Western Union
Weight: 2000g
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
The X20BC0083 (X20BC0083) is a high-performance bus controller designed for the seamless integration of B&R X20 I/O stations into real-time POWERLINK networks. Serving as a controlled node within industrial automation architectures—such as high-speed motion control lines, synchronized multi-axis robotics, and complex packaging machinery—this controller facilitates deterministic, microsecond-level data exchange. By utilizing a dual-port shielded RJ45 hub design, the module allows for easy daisy-chaining of network segments, effectively reducing cabling complexity while maintaining a robust 100 Mbit/s transfer rate for mission-critical control data.
This bus controller acts as the intelligent gateway between the POWERLINK master and the local X20 I/O slice backplane, ensuring stable communication in high-demand environments.
Network Synchronization: Fully compliant with POWERLINK V1 and V2 protocols, this Type 2 controller ensures hard real-time performance, allowing for precise correlation between network data cycles and local I/O processing.
Integrated Hub Functionality: The dual-port RJ45 interface functions as an integrated hub, supporting standard network topologies with segment lengths up to 100 meters, which is ideal for distributed cabinet layouts.
Diagnostic Precision: Front-mounted status LEDs provide immediate feedback on module health and bus communication state, enabling rapid isolation of network topology issues or node-specific faults during commissioning.
Power Efficiency: With a bus power consumption of just 2 W, the controller minimizes the thermal footprint within the control panel, supporting high-density mounting configurations.
| Attribute | Specifications |
| Model | X20BC0083 |
| Brand | B&R (Bernecker + Rainer) |
| Module Type | POWERLINK Bus Controller |
| Node Type | Controlled Node (V1/V2) |
| Interfaces | 2 x Shielded RJ45 (Hub) |
| Transfer Rate | 100 Mbit/s |
| Max. Segment Length | 100 m |
| Power Consumption | 2 W |
| Status Indicators | Module status, bus function LEDs |
| System Compatibility | B&R X20 System |
| Shipping Weight | 2 kg |
What is the advantage of the integrated hub functionality in the X20BC0083?
The integrated hub allows for direct daisy-chaining of POWERLINK stations without the need for external network switches. This significantly reduces cabling requirements and simplifies the physical network layout, while maintaining the performance and synchronization required for deterministic control.
Is this bus controller compatible with all X20 I/O modules?
The X20BC0083 is designed to interface with the standard X20 I/O backplane. Compatibility is generally broad; however, always ensure your Automation Studio project configuration matches the physical I/O mapping and that your power supply modules are sized correctly for the total current draw of the connected I/O slices.
How does the "Type 2" designation affect system performance?
The Type 2 classification denotes specific functional capabilities within the POWERLINK controlled node architecture. It ensures full compatibility with standard cyclic and acyclic data traffic, supporting the complex motion profiles and time-critical status updates required for high-speed manufacturing sequences.
Given the 100 Mbit/s transfer rate, use high-quality Cat5e or Cat6 shielded Ethernet cabling. Terminate cable shields correctly at the cabinet entry point using 360-degree clamps to ensure a low-impedance path to the functional earth. Poor shielding in industrial environments can lead to intermittent packet loss or network "jitter," which may manifest as synchronization errors in your motion control sequence.
While the controller supports daisy-chaining via the integrated hub, keep track of the total number of nodes and the cumulative length of the network. Exceeding the maximum segment length of 100 meters between two stations will result in signal degradation and communication drops. If your machine layout requires longer runs, use an industrial switch or fiber-optic converter.
When mounting the controller to the X20 bus base, ensure the locking mechanism is engaged and the pins are correctly aligned. During the first power-up, observe the "bus function" LED. A solid green status indicates proper network synchronization; if the status indicates an error, use the Automation Studio diagnostic buffer to verify the node address and protocol version settings against your master controller project.
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| Color pattern |
Greyish White
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| Country of origin |
United States
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| Power source |
DC Power
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