{"product_id":"beckhoff-cp2618-0000-cp26xx-18-5-inch-multi-touch-panel-pc","title":"Beckhoff CP2618-0000 CP26xx 18.5-inch Multi-touch Panel PC","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eProcess monitoring and human-machine interface demands are met with industrial reliability by the Beckhoff CP2618-0000, a high-efficiency built-in Panel PC configured with a widescreen multi-finger touch interface. Designed for space-saving control cabinet integration, this unit combines an \u003cstrong\u003eARM Cortex-A8 (1 GHz) processor\u003c\/strong\u003e with a highly durable glass-front display to deliver a robust operator terminal for automated production lines. Operating on Windows Embedded Compact 7, the Panel PC is highly optimized to run TwinCAT 2 or TwinCAT 3 runtime engines, providing a cost-effective platform for compact PLC and motion control projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; padding-left: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Resolution Display:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18.5-inch widescreen multi-touch capacitive glass screen with 1366 x 768 resolution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eARM-Based Processing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 GHz ARM Cortex-A8 CPU delivering reliable TwinCAT performance level 30 processing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Volatile Memory:\u003c\/strong\u003e 128 KB NOVRAM integrated on-board for persistent data storage during sudden power loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRugged Front Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e IP65-rated front panel housing made of high-grade aluminum with a robust glass face.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a microSD card slot populated with reliable flash storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eIndustrial Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; padding-left: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eHMI visualization and control terminals in packaging machinery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eDistributed operator consoles in automotive assembly lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eLocal field-level process monitoring in water treatment and utilities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eIntegrated control terminal for specialized test-bench applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #cbd5e0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eBeckhoff Automation\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eModel Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eCP26xx Built-in Panel PC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003ePart Number \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eCP2618-0000\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eProcessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eARM Cortex-A8, 1 GHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eSystem Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e1 GB DDR3 RAM\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e1 slot for microSD (512 MB standard, expandable up to 16 GB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003ePersistent Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e128 KB NOVRAM\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eDisplay Size \u0026amp; Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e18.5-inch multi-touch (projected capacitive)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eDisplay Resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e1366 x 768 pixels\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e24 V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eOperating System\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eWindows Embedded Compact 7 (English)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eProtection Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eIP65 Front, IP20 Rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e0 to 55 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e5.0 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003ePackage Dimensions (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e550 x 380 x 150 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eConnections and Interfaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #cbd5e0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eInterface Connection\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFunction \/ Assignment\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eEthernet (1 x RJ45)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e10\/100BASE-T on-board industrial LAN port\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eEtherCAT (1 x RJ45)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eDedicated on-board EtherCAT terminal controller interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eUSB 2.0 (Rear)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e2 x USB 2.0 Type A ports for external peripherals\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eRS232\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e1 x D-sub 9-pin serial channel interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003ePower Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e3-pin male connector for 24 V DC power configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eEmpirical Engineering Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe CP2618-0000 uses a 32-bit ARM RISC architecture running Windows Embedded Compact 7 (WEC7). Note that software applications compiled for x86\/x64 environments will not run on this processor without re-compiling for ARM. For migration paths from legacy systems, verify that your TwinCAT library extensions have direct ARM-compatible runtimes before swapping physical panel configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eTo prevent premature wear on the storage media, do not write continuous historical trend logs directly to the microSD card. Leverage the 128 KB NOVRAM persistent memory to store active cycle parameters, and route high-frequency diagnostics or historical logging over the network interface to a centralized database server.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eWhen routing the dedicated EtherCAT cable to the CP2618 rear interface, use CAT5e shielded twisted pair cabling at minimum. Standard non-shielded patch cables risk inducing electromagnetic noise from high-frequency servo drives, leading to sync losses and control cycle timeouts. Ensure the mounting clamps are torqued down evenly to maintain the integrity of the front IP65 sealing gasket against the cutout cabinet plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING:\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; margin: 0;\"\u003eIsolate and completely lock out the main power source before performing panel integration. Verify zero voltage presence at the supply cables before terminating the 24 V DC supply plug into the panel rear. Failure to follow industrial de-energization procedures risks equipment damage and electrical shock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 2rem; height: 2rem; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0; padding-top: 0.25rem;\"\u003ePrepare a cabinet cutout precisely matching the mechanical installation dimensions of the 18.5\" CP2618 housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 2rem; height: 2rem; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0; padding-top: 0.25rem;\"\u003eCheck that the sealing gasket is correctly seated around the back lip of the front bezel, then insert the unit carefully into the cutout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 2rem; height: 2rem; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0; padding-top: 0.25rem;\"\u003eSecure the panel in place using the supplied tension brackets, ensuring uniform tension to maintain the IP65 ingress seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 2rem; height: 2rem; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0; padding-top: 0.25rem;\"\u003eConnect a low-resistance chassis ground wire to the rear grounding bolt prior to connecting the main 24 V DC power connector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106407506283,"sku":"CP2618-0000","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/cp2618-0000-rh42kkicnmc.png?v=1776243742","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/de\/products\/beckhoff-cp2618-0000-cp26xx-18-5-inch-multi-touch-panel-pc","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}