| • Computer | |
| Main CPU | 32-bit ARM9 192 MHz CPU |
| I/O CPU | 32-bit ARM Cortex M4 80 MHz CPU |
| OS | Linux |
| Clock | Real-time clock with battery backup |
| Memory | • SDRAM: 64 MB • Flash: 32 MB • SRAM: 256 KB (battery backup lasts for 1 week) • microSD™ Slot: Up to 32 GB (SD 2.0 compatible) Note: For units operating in extreme temperatures, industrial-grade, widetemperature microSD cards are required. |
| • Ethernet Interface | |
| LAN | 2 x 10/100 Mbps, 2 MACs (IPs), RJ45 M12 |
| Protection | 1.5 kV magnetic isolation |
| • Serial Interface | |
| Interface | • 2 RS-232/422/485 ports, software selectable (DB9 male) • 1 RS-232 debug port (4-pin connector) |
| Serial Line Protection | 8 kV ESD for all signals |
| • Serial Communication Parameters | |
| Parity | None, Even, Odd |
| Data Bits | 7, 8 |
| Stop Bits | 1, 2 |
| Flow Control | RTS/CTS, XON/XOFF |
| Baudrate | 300 bps to 921.6 kbps |
| • Serial Signals | |
| RS-232 | TxD, RxD, DTR, DSR, RTS, CTS, DCD, GND, RI |
| RS-422 | Tx+, Tx-, Rx+, Rx-, GND |
| RS-485-4w | Tx+, Tx-, Rx+, Rx-, GND |
| RS-485-2w | Data+, Data-, GND |
| • Software Characteristics | |
| Automation Languages | C/C++ IEC 61131-3 |
| Protocols | Modbus TCP/RTU (master/slave), SNMP, TCP/IP, UDP, DHCP, BOOTP, SNTP, SMTP |
| • Power Requirements | |
| Input Voltage | 24 VDC (9 to 48 VDC) |
| Input Current | 152 mA @ 24 VDC |
| • Physical Characteristics | |
| Housing | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | • 2-slot version: 114.7 x 135 x 100 mm (4.52 x 5.31 x 3.94 in) • 5-slot version: 190.9 x 135 x 100 mm (7.52 x 5.31 x 3.94 in) • 9-slot version: 292.5 x 135 x 100 mm (11.52 x 5.31 x 3.94 in) |
| Weight | • 2-slot version: 1300 g (2.87 lb) • 5-slot version: 2000 g (4.41 lb) • 9-slot version: 2575 g (5.68 lb) |
| Mounting | DIN rail (standard), wall (optional) |
| Connector | Spring-type terminal block |
| • Environmental Limits | |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to 75°C (-40 to 176°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F) |
| Ambient Relative Humidity | 5 to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Shock | IEC 60068-2-27 |
| Vibration | IEC 60068-2-6 |
| Altitude | Up to 2000 m Note: Please contact Moxa if you require products guaranteed to function properly at higher altitudes. |
| • Standards and Certifications | |
| Safety | UL 508 |
| EMC | EN 55032, EN 55024 |
| EMI | FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A, CISPR 32 |
| EMS | IEC 61000-4-2 ESD: Contact: 6 kV; Air: 8 kV IEC 61000-4-3 RS: 80 MHz to 1000 MHz: 3 V/m 1400 MHz to 2100 MHz: 3 V/m 2100 MHz to 2700 MHz: 1 V/m IEC 61000-4-4 EFT: Power: 1 kV; Signal: 0.5 kV IEC 61000-4-5 Surge: Power: 2 kV (L-PE), 1 kV (L-L); |
| Rail Traffic | EN 50155*, EN 50121-3-2, EN 50121-4 *Complies with a portion of EN 50155 specifications. Note: Please check Moxa’s website for the most up-to-date certification status. |
| • MTBF (mean time between failures) | |
| Time | 859,979 hrs |
| Standard | Telcordia SR332 |
| • Warranty | |
| Warranty Period | 5 years |
| Details | See www.moxa.com/warranty |
MOXA, Programmable Controller
ioPAC 8500 IEC 61131-3 Series
Features and Benefits
- Dedicated ARM (RISC) CPUs for the main system and each I/O module
- Millisecond timestamp granularity for digital input and analog input
- Supports 5 kHz sampling rate for analog input
- Pre-recording for analog input data logging
- Supports C/C++ IEC 61131-3 programming languages
- Compliant with EN 50121-3-2, EN 50121-4, and EN 50155 specifications
- Robust and compact design for harsh environments
- Modular I/O for versatility, flexibility, and scalability


