The X20CP1583 (X20CP1583) is a high-capacity industrial embedded controller designed to serve as the master processing nucleus for complex B&R X20 automation architectures. Tailored for heavy-duty process control loop execution, high-precision multi-axis motion synchronization, and real-time data acquisition in demanding sectors like automotive assembly, petrochemical processing, and renewable energy monitoring, this CPU handles concurrent computing tasks with high determinism. Its fan-free cooling design eliminates mechanical failure risks, preventing downtime caused by airborne particulate infiltration. Integrating this robust controller into your central control cabinet establishes a high-availability automation topology that minimizes cyclic execution jitter, guarantees low-latency network scanning, and shields production operations from unmanaged system halts.
Carrying the official B&R ID code 0xD45B, this master controller is driven by a high-efficiency 333 MHz clock frequency processor core. The hardware offers an expansive communication matrix, hosting one RS232 serial interface for legacy field device links, one standard Ethernet port for enterprise network integration, two USB slots for local system diagnostics, and an integrated X2X Link master bus to manage local I/O slice extensions. Real-time synchronization of remote drives and distributed I/O blocks is managed through an onboard real-time Ethernet POWERLINK (V1/V2) connection. System health status is monitored continuously via an integrated LED array, providing field engineers with immediate visual metrics for core CPU function, overtemperature states, Ethernet links, POWERLINK loops, CompactFlash card access, and internal backup battery levels.
| System Parameter | Engineered Value |
| Model | X20CP1583 |
| Brand | B&R (Bernecker + Rainer) |
| Module Category | X20 System CPU Module |
| B&R ID Code | 0xD45B |
| Processor Clock Frequency | 333 MHz |
| Integrated Interfaces | 1x RS232, 1x Ethernet, 1x POWERLINK V1/V2, 2x USB, 1x X2X Link |
| Power Dissipation | 8.2 W (Base load without interface module and USB) |
| Cooling Profile | Fan-free convection thermal management |
| Storage Subsystem | Integrated CompactFlash slot for system software and application images |
| Diagnostic Infrastructure | Local LEDs for CPU, Temp, Eth, Powerlink, CF, and Battery status |
| Operating Humidity Limits | 5 to 95% non-condensing |
| Country of Origin | Austria |
| Gross Shipping Weight | 1.5 kg (Enclosed in multi-layer electro-static discharge shielding) |
What should be checked if the local overtemperature LED indicator activates?
An active overtemperature indicator means the internal CPU silicon has exceeded its engineered thermal boundaries. Immediately inspect the enclosure to confirm that ventilation grilles are unobstructed, check that the fan-free convective fins on the CPU housing are clear of dust insulation, and verify that adjacent heat-generating devices comply with clearance specifications.
How does this CPU manage program backups and operating system runtime execution?
The X20CP1583 relies on an industrial CompactFlash card as its primary non-volatile boot medium. The B&R Automation Runtime operating system, hardware configurations, and compiled application code are stored entirely on this card. This architecture permits immediate, card-swap hardware replacement without requiring a separate field programming computer.
Can the baseline 8.2 W power consumption change depending on the hardware configuration?
Yes. The 8.2 W rating defines the base electrical load of the processor and core backplane logic lines. Adding communication interface modules to the auxiliary slots or connecting high-draw field diagnostics to the USB ports will increase total power demand, which must be factored into your central 24 VDC system power supply budget.
CompactFlash Storage Handling Protocols: The CompactFlash card interface is sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD) and files can become corrupted if handled incorrectly. Always isolate the main 24 VDC power supply from the CPU before inserting or removing the storage card. Ensure the card is partition-formatted via B&R Automation Studio to guarantee correct boot sequence execution.
POWERLINK Cable Shielding and Grounding Standards: High-speed real-time POWERLINK communications are susceptible to high-frequency electromagnetic interference (EMI) generated by neighboring variable frequency drives (VFDs). You must utilize Category 5e (or higher) double-shielded industrial Ethernet cables. Ground the braided copper shielding completely to the metallic DIN rail using low-impedance grounding clips at the enclosure entry point.
Mechanical Rail Installation Alignment: Mount the CPU module vertically onto standard clean, corrosion-free DIN rails. Verify that the integrated backplane grounding clips establish a tight, metal-on-metal connection with the grounded mounting plate, providing an absolute path to functional earth for the entire connected X20 I/O module segment.
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Manufacturer: B&R
Product No.: X20CP1583
Country of origin:United States
Product Type: X20 CPU
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Weight: 1500g
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Warranty: 12 months
The X20CP1583 (X20CP1583) is a high-capacity industrial embedded controller designed to serve as the master processing nucleus for complex B&R X20 automation architectures. Tailored for heavy-duty process control loop execution, high-precision multi-axis motion synchronization, and real-time data acquisition in demanding sectors like automotive assembly, petrochemical processing, and renewable energy monitoring, this CPU handles concurrent computing tasks with high determinism. Its fan-free cooling design eliminates mechanical failure risks, preventing downtime caused by airborne particulate infiltration. Integrating this robust controller into your central control cabinet establishes a high-availability automation topology that minimizes cyclic execution jitter, guarantees low-latency network scanning, and shields production operations from unmanaged system halts.
Carrying the official B&R ID code 0xD45B, this master controller is driven by a high-efficiency 333 MHz clock frequency processor core. The hardware offers an expansive communication matrix, hosting one RS232 serial interface for legacy field device links, one standard Ethernet port for enterprise network integration, two USB slots for local system diagnostics, and an integrated X2X Link master bus to manage local I/O slice extensions. Real-time synchronization of remote drives and distributed I/O blocks is managed through an onboard real-time Ethernet POWERLINK (V1/V2) connection. System health status is monitored continuously via an integrated LED array, providing field engineers with immediate visual metrics for core CPU function, overtemperature states, Ethernet links, POWERLINK loops, CompactFlash card access, and internal backup battery levels.
| System Parameter | Engineered Value |
| Model | X20CP1583 |
| Brand | B&R (Bernecker + Rainer) |
| Module Category | X20 System CPU Module |
| B&R ID Code | 0xD45B |
| Processor Clock Frequency | 333 MHz |
| Integrated Interfaces | 1x RS232, 1x Ethernet, 1x POWERLINK V1/V2, 2x USB, 1x X2X Link |
| Power Dissipation | 8.2 W (Base load without interface module and USB) |
| Cooling Profile | Fan-free convection thermal management |
| Storage Subsystem | Integrated CompactFlash slot for system software and application images |
| Diagnostic Infrastructure | Local LEDs for CPU, Temp, Eth, Powerlink, CF, and Battery status |
| Operating Humidity Limits | 5 to 95% non-condensing |
| Country of Origin | Austria |
| Gross Shipping Weight | 1.5 kg (Enclosed in multi-layer electro-static discharge shielding) |
What should be checked if the local overtemperature LED indicator activates?
An active overtemperature indicator means the internal CPU silicon has exceeded its engineered thermal boundaries. Immediately inspect the enclosure to confirm that ventilation grilles are unobstructed, check that the fan-free convective fins on the CPU housing are clear of dust insulation, and verify that adjacent heat-generating devices comply with clearance specifications.
How does this CPU manage program backups and operating system runtime execution?
The X20CP1583 relies on an industrial CompactFlash card as its primary non-volatile boot medium. The B&R Automation Runtime operating system, hardware configurations, and compiled application code are stored entirely on this card. This architecture permits immediate, card-swap hardware replacement without requiring a separate field programming computer.
Can the baseline 8.2 W power consumption change depending on the hardware configuration?
Yes. The 8.2 W rating defines the base electrical load of the processor and core backplane logic lines. Adding communication interface modules to the auxiliary slots or connecting high-draw field diagnostics to the USB ports will increase total power demand, which must be factored into your central 24 VDC system power supply budget.
CompactFlash Storage Handling Protocols: The CompactFlash card interface is sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD) and files can become corrupted if handled incorrectly. Always isolate the main 24 VDC power supply from the CPU before inserting or removing the storage card. Ensure the card is partition-formatted via B&R Automation Studio to guarantee correct boot sequence execution.
POWERLINK Cable Shielding and Grounding Standards: High-speed real-time POWERLINK communications are susceptible to high-frequency electromagnetic interference (EMI) generated by neighboring variable frequency drives (VFDs). You must utilize Category 5e (or higher) double-shielded industrial Ethernet cables. Ground the braided copper shielding completely to the metallic DIN rail using low-impedance grounding clips at the enclosure entry point.
Mechanical Rail Installation Alignment: Mount the CPU module vertically onto standard clean, corrosion-free DIN rails. Verify that the integrated backplane grounding clips establish a tight, metal-on-metal connection with the grounded mounting plate, providing an absolute path to functional earth for the entire connected X20 I/O module segment.
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Greyish White
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| Country of origin |
United States
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| Power source |
DC Power
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