Description
1. At-A-Glance Executive Brief
- Model: X-COM 01 (X-COM01)
- Brand: HIMA
- Part Type: Communication and Fieldbus Interface Module
- System Compatibility: HIMA HIMax Safety Instrumented Systems
- Lifecycle Status: Active / High-Availability Plant Migration Support
- Weight: 0.85 kg
2. Technical Introduction
Managing data exchanges across safety-critical infrastructure without compromising deterministic response times is a major hurdle in large industrial networks. The HIMA X-COM 01 functions as a high-performance communication module engineered specifically for the HIMax programmable electronic system platform.
Operating within standard baseplate slots (excluding dedicated system bus positions), the module handles safeethernet and standard industrial fieldbus protocols to link controllers with supervisory systems and engineering stations. It unloads communication overhead from the central processors, allowing safe data transport and diagnostics monitoring to run continuously via SILworX without disrupting active safety instrumented functions.
3. Core Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
| Manufacturer | HIMA Paul Hildebrandt GmbH |
| System Series | HIMax |
| Supply Voltage | 24 VDC (-15 % to +20 %), SELV / PELV |
| Current Consumption | Min. 0.25 A, Max. 0.46 A |
| Ethernet Interfaces | 4 integrated switch ports (RJ45) |
| Supported Protocols | Safeethernet, standard fieldbus options via submodules |
| Connector Board | Requires paired X-CB 001 02 connector board (sold separately) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to +60 °C |
| Space Requirement | 1 Slot (HIMax base plate layout) |
4. Field Engineer’s Tech Notes
- Connector Board Dependency: The X-COM 01 module relies on a physically paired X-CB 001 02 connector board installed on the rear backplane. Never attempt to seat the communication module into a baseplate slot lacking this specific connector board, as it will result in uninitialized bus errors and prevent physical link establishment.
- Hot-Swap Execution Protocol: Thanks to the HIMax architecture, this module supports replacement during active system operation. However, ensure that redundant communication paths are verified and active before extracting a faulted unit to prevent momentary loss of supervisory data visibility.
5. Adaptive QA & Testing Protocol
Prior to warehouse dispatch, each HIMA X-COM 01 module undergoes automated hardware validation using a dedicated HIMax test rack configuration. Technicians execute complete packet transmission sweeps across all four integrated Ethernet ports, verify safeethernet node handshakes, and test internal diagnostic error-state transitions. Complete functional test logs and verification reports are available upon request to procurement teams.
6. Buyer’s FAQ
- What inventory condition is this communication module supplied in?We stock this component as factory-original New Surplus (NSFP) or certified surplus hardware, preserved in ESD-safe packaging.
- Does this unit include the required rear connector board?The X-COM 01 module is supplied individually; the matching X-CB 001 02 connector board must be verified or ordered separately depending on your rack spares inventory.
- What warranty coverage applies to this purchase?All units are backed by a comprehensive 12-month operational warranty from the invoice date.
- How fast can this part ship for an urgent plant requirement?Stocked items ship same-day from our domestic US warehouse via priority air freight carriers to eliminate costly facility downtime.
