Beckhoff CX5010-0100 CX5000 Series Embedded PC

Description

Operating as a compact, DIN-rail-mountable controller, the Beckhoff CX5010-0100 serves as a core industrial embedded PC designed for high-performance automation and control tasks. Equipped with an Intel Atom Z530 single-core processor running at 1.1 GHz, this fanless hardware module provides a reliable computing engine for demanding field environments. It features direct backplane connectivity with automatic recognition of both E-bus (EtherCAT) and K-bus (standard Beckhoff Bus Terminals), facilitating seamless I/O integration within a single assembly.

The unit contains 512 MB of internal DDR2 RAM and includes a dedicated slot for a Compact Flash card, allowing for flexible program and project memory configurations. An integrated 1-second UPS reserves up to 1 MB of non-volatile persistent data on the Compact Flash card to protect system state information during sudden power failures. This particular module is shipped without a pre-installed operating system or control software, enabling engineers to deploy custom runtime environments or specialized TwinCAT control configurations.

Features

• Intel Atom Z530 single-core processor running at a clock frequency of 1.1 GHz.
• Automatic physical detection and support for both EtherCAT (E-bus) and Bus Terminal (K-bus) I/O architectures.
• Integrated 1-second UPS utilizing a capacitor-based system to write 1 MB of persistent data to the CF card.
• Diagnostic LEDs indicating Power, TwinCAT status, Flash access, and Bus communication status.
• Hardware-integrated, battery-backed clock for accurate time-stamping, with an easily exchangeable battery.
• Fanless structural design with no moving parts, enhancing operational longevity in high-vibration applications.

Applications

• High-speed industrial PLC and motion control architectures.
• Water treatment, distribution, and environmental monitoring systems.
• Power generation plants and distributed renewable energy stations.
• Heavy machinery, packaging lines, and conveyor-based logistics networks.

Technical Specifications

Connections and Interfaces

Installation Guidelines

• Mount vertically on a standard 35 mm DIN rail (EN 60715) inside a protected enclosure or control cabinet.
• Ensure at least 30 mm of free air space above and below the module to permit optimal natural air convection.
• Avoid installing the unit directly above heat sources or inside unventilated enclosures where temperatures exceed 60 degC.
• Ground the DIN rail securely to the electrical system common ground prior to landing power connections.

Compliance and Certifications

• CE
• UL
• ATEX: II 3 G Ex nA IIC T4 Gc (applies when using the CX1900-0105 ordering option)
• EMC Immunity: Conforms to EN 61000-6-2
• EMC Emission: Conforms to EN 61000-6-4
• Vibration Resistance: Conforms to EN 60068-2-6
• Shock Resistance: Conforms to EN 60068-2-27