BECKHOFF C3640-0070 Built-In Panel PC

Description

The BECKHOFF C3640-0070 is a high-performance built-in Panel PC designed to serve as a reliable human-machine interface (HMI) and control platform in industrial automation applications. Engineered for control cabinet and console integration, this unit combines a 15-inch industrial display with a versatile ATX motherboard architecture, providing a centralized control solution with excellent processing power and extensive expansion options.

Constructed with a robust aluminum front bezel and a stainless steel built-in housing, the device is optimized for harsh shop-floor environments. It features IP65 front-side sealing to protect against dust and liquid ingress, while the rear IP20 enclosure ensures safe integration into clean industrial cabinets. The internal design supports standard plug-in card options alongside multiple interface ports for seamless peripheral connectivity.

Equipped with modern interface standards and designed for continuous operational durability, the BECKHOFF C3640-0070 provides the performance required for complex visualization, localized automation control tasks, and manufacturing execution system (MES) communication in sophisticated plant networks.

Features

• 15-inch TFT LCD display with a native resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels.
• ATX motherboard architecture supporting 6th and 7th generation Intel Celeron, Pentium, and Core i3/i5/i7 processors.
• Seven expansion slots including two PCIe x1, two PCIe x4, one PCIe x16, and two PCI slots for up to 235 mm long plug-in cards.
• Industrial front panel rating of IP65, providing protection against washdown and dust, with an IP20 rear rating.
• Onboard SATA RAID 1 controller for high data availability and redundant system storage options.
• Comprehensive standard interfaces including dual gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0, and multiple video outputs.

Applications

• Industrial visualization and supervisory machine control (HMI).
• Control cabinet-mounted manufacturing automation and SCADA nodes.
• High-density data acquisition and local communication gateway systems.
• Process monitoring requiring secondary localized PCI or PCIe expansion interfaces.

Technical Specifications

Installation Guidelines

1. Verify that the product model BECKHOFF C3640-0070 and its exact configuration match your system specifications before beginning installation.
2. Ensure that all power lines and external system supplies are completely de-energized and locked out.
3. Prepare a precise cutout in the control cabinet door or panel according to the physical dimensions of the 15-inch bezel.
4. Insert the Panel PC into the cutout from the front, ensuring the protective seal is properly aligned and seated against the panel surface.
5. Secure the unit from the rear using the provided mechanical mounting clamps, tightening them evenly to achieve an IP65 seal on the front face.
6. Connect a low-resistance functional earth conductor to the designated grounding terminal on the stainless steel housing.
7. Connect communication cables, display interfaces, and the specified power supply cable to the rear terminals.
8. Perform a startup check, applying power to verify system boot, display illumination, and initial software initialization.