{"product_id":"beckhoff-cp6631-0000-0020-cp-series-built-in-panel-pc","title":"Beckhoff CP6631-0000-0020 CP Series Built-in Panel PC","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eProviding a dedicated control and visualization interface directly at the machine, the Beckhoff CP6631-0000-0020 built-in Panel PC integrates a power-efficient ARM Cortex-A8 processor within a ruggedized front-panel housing. This control unit is optimized for medium-scale automation applications running TwinCAT 2 or TwinCAT 3 PLC runtimes, categorized under performance class 30. Designed with a fanless architecture and an aluminum front bezel paired with a sheet-steel rear cover, it delivers reliable operator control and monitoring in demanding factory floor environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\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\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Contrast Display:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equipped with a 12-inch display offering an 800x600 resolution and a single-finger touch screen for simple navigation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmbedded Processing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Driven by an ARM Cortex-A8 processor running at 1 GHz, backed by 1 GB of DDR3 RAM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Volatile Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features 128 kByte of on-board NOVRAM for secure data retention of persistent variables during sudden power cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFieldbus Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in dedicated EtherCAT interface alongside a standard 10\/100BASE-T Ethernet port for seamless industrial network integration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Flash Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uses a 512 MB microSD card configuration for the operating system and user applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eHeavy Industrial Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; padding-left: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMachine-Level HMI\/PLC:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct integration into control cabinets and operating consoles of packaging, assembly, and wood-processing machinery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistributed Fieldbus Masters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acting as an on-site controller and EtherCAT master for local safe and non-safe I\/O networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial Handling Controls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Managing conveyor routing, sorting systems, and specialized production cell monitoring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\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; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpecification Parameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eValue \/ Rating\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: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eBeckhoff Automation\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eCP6631-0000-0020\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDevice Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eBuilt-in Panel PC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProcessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\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: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMemory (RAM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1 GB DDR3 RAM\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStorage System\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e512 MB microSD card (1 x slot available)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePersistent Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e128 kByte NOVRAM\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDisplay Properties\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e12-inch, 800 x 600 resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTouch Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eSingle-finger touch screen \/ front laminate without keys\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating System\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\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: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower Supply Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e24 V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInterfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1 x 10\/100BASE-T RJ45, 1 x EtherCAT RJ45, 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x RS232\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHousing Construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eAluminum front panel, sheet-steel rear cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProtection Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eFront side IP65, rear side IP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e0...55 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e9.00 kg\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; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eEmpirical Engineering Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe CP6631-0000-0020 operates within TwinCAT performance category 30. If migrating from older x86-based CP series units, verify that your TwinCAT library code does not contain platform-specific assembly functions or dependencies incompatible with the ARM architecture. Projects compiled for standard Windows runtime environments must be re-targeted and re-compiled for Windows Embedded Compact 7 (CE) inside the TwinCAT system manager.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThis Panel PC utilizes passive, fanless cooling via convection. To prevent thermal throttling in high-ambient environments, ensure a minimum of 50 mm clearance behind the sheet-steel rear cover and verify that the cabinet internal ambient temperature does not exceed 55 degC. Ensure that the front mounting seal is fully seated when installing in cutout areas prone to high moisture or oil mist, maintaining the IP65 integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #2b6cb0; margin-top: 1rem; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eWhen configuring the 128 kByte NOVRAM, explicitly declare persistent variables in the TwinCAT program. The hardware writes directly to this physical non-volatile storage area upon power degradation without needing external batteries. Always separate the 24V DC incoming system power supply lines from heavy inductive load switching sources to protect the sensitive ARM motherboard from severe voltage transients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a365d; border-bottom: 2px solid #2b6cb0; padding-bottom: 0.25rem;\"\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color: #9b2c2c; display: block; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; margin: 0;\"\u003eIsolate all 24 V DC power sources before initiating panel installation, mounting, or maintenance. Ensure that internal static charges have fully dissipated. Failure to follow industrial de-energization procedures can result in localized component damage or communication port burnout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 1rem; color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; width: 24px; height: 24px; min-width: 24px; margin-right: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003ePrepare the panel cutout dimensions precisely according to the installation drawings, checking that the structural surface is flat and free of burrs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; width: 24px; height: 24px; min-width: 24px; margin-right: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eInsert the panel into the cutout and secure it from behind using the integrated, tool-less pull-out clamping levers to guarantee uniform sealing pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; width: 24px; height: 24px; min-width: 24px; margin-right: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eConnect the dedicated functional ground (PE) terminal on the steel rear housing directly to your control cabinet's central grounding rail using low-impedance cabling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; width: 24px; height: 24px; min-width: 24px; margin-right: 12px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003ePlug in the EtherCAT or Ethernet RJ45 network cables and secure the 24V DC terminal block before applying system power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106410586475,"sku":"CP6631-0000-0020","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/cp6631-0000-0020-3ao2vwkdj04.png?v=1776243934","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/id\/products\/beckhoff-cp6631-0000-0020-cp-series-built-in-panel-pc","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}