Cattron’s plug-and-play XBMCU enables quick setup using secure RF communication, avoiding the need for IT network integration.
Cattron announced that it will present its new XBMCU multi-interface machine control unit to the industry for the first time at the upcoming Automate Show 2025 in Detroit, Michigan, May 12-16. The XBMCU represents a significant advancement in industrial automation technology, offering seamless integration into PLC systems through multiple serial protocols.
The XBMCU is a compact receiver and machine control unit with multiple interfaces, designed for use in mobile machines, industrial automation, robotics, and machine-to-machine control. It is compatible with Cattron’s Safe-D-Stop wireless emergency stop, various CattronControl radio remote transmitters, and the latest Remtron wireless devices.
Revolutionizing machine-to-machine communication
The XBMCU supports bidirectional machine-to-machine communication with high data capacity. It includes dual CANbus interfaces compatible with J1939, CAN FD, CANopen, and CANopen Safety protocols. The unit also features PROFINET communications, certified for Class C Conformance, to enable reliable, real-time data exchange.
For North American customers, the XBMCU will soon support Ethernet IP protocols certified by ODVA, with future plans to incorporate CIP safety—making it a comprehensive solution for systems integrators who previously required multiple products from different manufacturers.
Designed for harsh industrial environments
The XBMCU is housed in a rugged IP66-rated aluminum enclosure, making it suitable for the most demanding industrial environments. It features a wide range 9-36 VDC supply, eight digital inputs that can be combined for Category 3 PL-d configurations and six 3A digital outputs that can be similarly configured for enhanced safety.
Enhanced safety and configuration
The unit incorporates a black channel wireless interface for secure communications. The XBMCU also supports globally recognized safe industrial protocols, such as PROFIsafe (currently under certification), CIP safety and CANopen Safety, to ensure reliable protection for personnel and machinery in automation environments. The unit supports IEC 61131 programming via the CattronLink programming tool, enabling configuration via the CattronLink app or over wireless or ethernet connections without complex setup procedures.
Global application range
The XBMCU is ideal for multiple industrial applications, including:
- Industrial automation systems and robotics
- Autonomous guided vehicles
- Logistics control and monitoring
- Industrial manufacturing equipment
- Palletizing and packaging equipment
- Decentralized control systems
Made and supported in America
The XBMCU is manufactured at Cattron’s Warren, Ohio facility, offering customers the advantage of American-made quality and local technical support. With a global presence including 11 offices worldwide and a team of over 300 employees, Cattron provides comprehensive support for the XBMCU in the U.S. and anywhere else in the world.
See the XBMCU at Automate 2025
Attendees of Automate 2025 can see the XBMCU in action at booth #22, where Cattron company representatives will demonstrate how the system can be operational within minutes, thanks to its plug-and-play design featuring simple M12 connectivity.
To learn more, visit cattron.com.
