HIMA,HIMax X-COM 01
HIMA,HIMax X-COM 01
HIMA HIMAX X-COM 01
HIMA HIMAX X-COM 01
HIMA,HIMax X-COM 01
HIMA,HIMax X-COM 01
HIMA HIMAX X-COM 01
HIMA HIMAX X-COM 01
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HIMAX X-COM 01

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The X-COM 01 communication module is designed for HIMax Programmable Electronic Systems (PES). This module communicates with the system via Ethernet and fieldbus interfaces, supporting SafeEthernet and various standard protocols.
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Technical specifications for HIMAX X-COM 01

  • Manufacturer:
    HIMA
  • Part Number:
    HIMAX X-COM 01
  • Product Family:
    HIMA HIMatrix system
  • Product Type:
    communication module
  • Supply Voltage:
    24 VDC (-15% to +20%, SELV/PELV)
  • Current Consumption (Min):
    0.25 A
  • Current Consumption (Max):
    0.46 A
  • Operating Temperature:
    0…+60 °C
  • Storage Temperature:
    -40…+85 °C
  • Humidity:
    max. 95% (non-condensing)
  • Weight:
    1.3 kg
  • Estimated shipping dimensions:
    31x2.9x23cm
  • Tariff Code:
    8537101190
  • Country of origin:
    Germeny
  • Place of shipment:
    Xiamen, Fujian, China
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Overview Manuals Specifications Diagnostics Firmware & Updates Applications

Features:

  • Diverse Protocol Compatibility
  • Hot-Swap Redundancy for High Availability
  • Integrated Safety Firewall
The HIMA HIMAX X-COM 01 supports a wide range of industrial communication protocols, including standard Ethernet-based protocols and fieldbus interfaces such as safeethernet, Modbus TCP/RTU, and Profinet, allowing for seamless integration into diverse automation environments.

As a core component of the HIMax "Safety Non-Stop" philosophy, the HIMA HIMAX X-COM 01 can be replaced or upgraded during operation without interrupting the safety functions of the system, thereby ensuring maximum plant availability and productivity.

The HIMA HIMAX X-COM 01 features a built-in hardware firewall that specifically understands safety protocol structures, effectively isolating safety networks from unintended cross-traffic and preventing potential false trips caused by external communication interference.

The HIMAX X-COM 01 HIMA Communication Module may still be available for purchase and support from Apter Power beyond End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).
HIMA HIMAX X-COM 01 Communication Module Manuals,Datasheets,Link Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description. All prices are shown in USD.
HIMA HIMAX X-COM 01 Communication Module

General

  • Manufacturer HIMAX X-COM 01
  • Model HIMA
  • Condition New Original ready stock
  • Product Family HIMAX X-CB 001 02,HIMAX X-COM 010 21,HIMAX X-COM 010 23
Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description. All prices are shown in USD.
  • The HIMAX X-COM01 provides integrated diagnostic functions that allow engineers to quickly identify communication faults. These diagnostics help reduce downtime and improve system reliability.
  • LED indicators on the module provide real-time status feedback. This enables fast troubleshooting without requiring additional tools.
  • Advanced internal monitoring tracks communication performance and detects anomalies. This ensures continuous system health verification.
  • Diagnostic data can be accessed via engineering tools. This supports predictive maintenance strategies and system optimization.
  • The HIMAX X-COM01 supports firmware updates to improve performance and compatibility. Updates can be applied without replacing hardware.
  • Firmware management is handled through standard HIMAX engineering tools. This simplifies maintenance procedures.
  • Updates may include security enhancements and protocol improvements. This ensures long-term system viability.
  • Version control allows traceability of firmware changes. This is essential for regulated industries.
  • In oil & gas facilities, the module supports emergency shutdown systems. This ensures rapid response to hazardous conditions.
  • In power plants, it enables reliable communication between safety controllers. This ensures stable plant operation.
  • In chemical processing, it supports safety interlock systems. This prevents dangerous process deviations.
  • In manufacturing, it enhances automation system reliability. This improves productivity and safety.
Description
The HIMA HIMAX X-COM 01 is a communication module designed specifically for the HIMax programmable electronic system (PES), enabling high-speed data exchange between safety controllers and external systems via Ethernet and fieldbus interfaces. It supports SafeEthernet and various standard protocols including PROFINET IO, Modbus TCP/IP, and PROFIsafe, while being fully certified for transporting safety-related protocols in SIL 3 environments. The module does not perform any safety functions itself but serves as a reliable gateway for safety-critical data transmission. It can be installed in any base plate slot except system bus module positions and forms a functional unit when paired with the X-CB 001 02 connector board.

The HIMAX X-COM 01 addresses protocol compatibility challenges by supporting multiple industrial standards simultaneously, eliminating the need for additional protocol gateways in mixed-vendor environments. Its redundant communication architecture with dual gigabit Ethernet ports ensures uninterrupted safety data transmission even during single-point failures. The module delivers data transfer rates up to 1 Gbps with latency as low as 1 millisecond, meeting the stringent real-time requirements of emergency shutdown systems. Additionally, its hot-swappable design allows module replacement during system operation without interrupting safety functions, significantly reducing costly production downtime.

This module is widely deployed in high-hazard industries including oil and gas refining, LNG terminals, power generation, and chemical processing facilities. It serves as the communication backbone for emergency shutdown systems, fire and gas detection systems, and process interlocks in petrochemical plants. In LNG terminal modernization projects, the HIMAX X-COM 01 simultaneously handles ESD communications while providing burner management data to distributed control systems. Its robust design, with operating temperatures from -20°C to +60°C and ATEX/IECEx certification, makes it suitable for harsh industrial environments with potentially explosive atmospheres.

Installation involves mounting the connector board to the base plate, securing it with self-locking screws, and rotating the module into its locked position, with configuration performed through SILworX software. The module communicates with processor modules via a redundant system bus, ensuring high availability when both system bus modules are properly configured. For enhanced capabilities, HIMA offers the HIMAX X-COM 01 E (Enhanced) version featuring doubled memory capacity, native PROFINET/PROFIsafe support, and improved OPC UA performance. This upgrade maintains full backward compatibility and can be performed during system operation without safety interruption, following HIMA's "Safety Non-Stop" principle.

Alternative Names
HIMAX X-CB 001 02 HIMAX X-COM 010 21 HIMAX X-COM 010 23 HIMAX X-COM 010 11
Technical notes
The HIMA HIMAX X-COM 01 is a SIL 3 certified communication module for HIMax PES, supporting SafeEthernet, PROFINET IO, Modbus TCP/IP, and PROFIsafe via Ethernet and fieldbus interfaces. Dual gigabit Ethernet ports with redundant architecture, data rate up to 1 Gbps, latency as low as 1 ms. Hot-swappable design allows online replacement without interrupting safety functions.
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FAQS

The following is a list of questions commonly asked by our customers. Please contact us if you have a question about our process that is not answered below.
Does the HIMAX X-COM 01 module perform safety functions itself?
No. While it is fully certified for transporting safety-related protocols in SIL 3 environments, the module acts as a reliable communication gateway and does not execute safety logic independently.
What is the primary advantage of the HIMAX X-COM 01 in a mixed-vendor industrial environment?
It supports multiple standard protocols simultaneously (such as PROFINET IO, Modbus TCP/IP, and PROFIsafe), which eliminates the need for additional external protocol gateways.
Can I replace an HIMAX X-COM 01 module while the system is running?
Yes. Its hot-swappable design allows for module replacement during system operation without interrupting any safety functions, significantly reducing downtime.
What are the real-time performance capabilities of this module?
The module delivers data transfer rates up to 1 Gbps with latency as low as 1 millisecond, meeting the strict requirements for emergency shutdown systems.