{"product_id":"f5-bsc01-flexem-expansion-board-non-removable-terminal","title":"F5-BSC01 Flexem Expansion Board Non-removable Terminal","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eF5-BSC01 Flexem Expansion Board: Add RS485\/232 Serial Communication to Your PLC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Technical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \u0026amp; Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0066cc;\"\u003eFlexem F5-BSC01\u003c\/strong\u003e – serial communication expansion board for FC5 series.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serial ports expansion board for PLC systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannels:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 communication channel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-isolation design for cost-effective integration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports \u003cstrong style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003eRS485 and RS232\u003c\/strong\u003e protocols on the same interface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaud Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4800 to 115200bps, configurable via software.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5VDC -15%\/+20%, maximum 3.2W. Powered internally by the main CPU unit; no external power input required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiring Structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-removable terminal block for secure connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e CPU front expansion board slot – plug-and-play installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38mm x 40mm x 18mm (compact design fits seamlessly).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorking Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e -10°C to 60°C for reliable industrial operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e -20°C to 70°C for long-term durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironment Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10% to 90% RH, non-condensing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for demanding factory environments with stable performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds one additional serial communication channel to your \u003cstrong\u003eFlexem\u003c\/strong\u003e FC5 series PLC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports both \u003cstrong\u003eRS485 and RS232\u003c\/strong\u003e protocols on a single board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaud rate adjustable from 4800bps to 115200bps for flexible device matching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for connecting HMIs, variable frequency drives, barcode scanners, and remote I\/O.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-isolated design suitable for applications where electrical isolation is not critical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Which PLC models support the F5-BSC01 expansion board?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The \u003cstrong\u003eF5-BSC01\u003c\/strong\u003e is compatible with all \u003cstrong\u003eFlexem\u003c\/strong\u003e FC5 series PLCs that feature a front expansion board slot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does this board require external power?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No, the \u003cstrong\u003eF5-BSC01\u003c\/strong\u003e receives power internally from the main CPU unit. No external power supply is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use both RS485 and RS232 simultaneously?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The board provides one channel that supports either RS485 or RS232 protocol, depending on your wiring configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the maximum baud rate supported?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The board supports baud rates from 4800bps up to 115200bps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the board isolated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: This is a non-isolated expansion board, suitable for applications where isolation is not required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I configure the serial port settings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Configure the port using \u003cstrong\u003eFlexem\u003c\/strong\u003e Studio programming software under the communication settings menu.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I install multiple expansion boards?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The CPU front slot accepts one expansion board. For additional I\/O expansion, use the side expansion modules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e© 2026 Ubest Automation Limited. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ubestplc.com\/\" style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #1a1a1a; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.ubestplc.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e All rights reserved. \u003cbr\u003eContact: \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@ubestplc.com\" style=\"color: #0066cc; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold;\"\u003esales@ubestplc.com\u003c\/a\u003e | Phone: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/8618030005825?text=Inquiry%20about%20F5-BSC01%20Flexem%20Expansion%20Board\" style=\"color: #0066cc; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e+86 180 3000 5825\u003c\/a\u003e (WhatsApp)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flexem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51867278573850,"sku":"F5-BSC01","price":265.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/6240\/4634\/files\/F5-BSC01-1.jpg?v=1774492877","url":"https:\/\/www.ubestplc.com\/products\/f5-bsc01-flexem-expansion-board-non-removable-terminal","provider":"Ubest Automation Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}