{"product_id":"schneider-electric-modicon-premium-tsxrky8ex-extension-rack-base","title":"Schneider Electric TSXRKY8EX Modicon Premium 8-Slot Extension Rack Base","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe TSXRKY8EX is an 8-slot rugged expansion rack base designed for the Schneider Electric Modicon Premium automation platform. This chassis facilitates the physical and logical scaling of PLC systems by providing a stable backplane for high-density I\/O and communication modules. It is engineered for demanding industrial environments, including chemical processing, petroleum refining, and power generation, ensuring reliable signal integrity and reduced system downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports up to 8 standard Modicon Premium functional modules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated passive backplane with high-speed bus communication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated 9-pin female connector for TSXBusX high-speed network extension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnboard rotary hex switch for rack address configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust metallic chassis with integrated M6 copper grounding studs for enhanced EMC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible mounting options including direct panel screw fixation or 35 mm DIN rail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis expansion rack is suitable for distributed I\/O architectures in large-scale automation systems. It is commonly deployed in thermal power stations, mining extraction grids, and complex manufacturing lines where modular scalability and high-availability communication are critical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTSXRKY8EX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModicon Premium Backplane Bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x 9-pin female TSXBusX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Expansion Racks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 bases per segment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-25 to 70 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10% to 95% (non-condensing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8 W (passive)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCE, UL 508, CSA C22.2, IEC 61131-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the rack is mounted on a flat, vibration-resistant surface or a properly secured 35 mm DIN rail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways power down the system before installing or removing any modules from the rack slots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the M6 grounding studs to a low-impedance earth ground to minimize electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain proper ventilation clearance around the rack to ensure operating temperatures remain within the 0 to 60 deg C range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify the rotary address switch is set correctly for the specific rack segment before powering up the bus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this rack be used as a standalone base?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, the TSXRKY8EX is designed as an extension rack base and requires connection to a primary processor rack or another upstream expansion chassis via the TSXBusX link.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many expansion racks can I add?\u003c\/strong\u003e The system architecture supports up to 3 expansion bases per segment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Schneider","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50988399788284,"sku":"TSXRKY8EX","price":172.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/9983\/1292\/files\/wm_1_935a4a7e-06bc-4e9a-b752-4b4f0ac49734.jpg?v=1786897199","url":"https:\/\/www.electronicplc.com\/ar\/products\/schneider-electric-modicon-premium-tsxrky8ex-extension-rack-base","provider":"Electronic PLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}