Description

The BECKHOFF CP2221-0020 is an industrial-grade, multi-touch built-in Panel PC engineered for demanding control and visualization tasks in manufacturing environments. By combining a generous 21.5-inch widescreen display with a high-performance 3.5-inch motherboard platform, this unit serves as both a high-resolution human-machine interface (HMI) and a powerful control cabinet PC.

Housed in a rugged aluminum enclosure with a glass front panel, the BECKHOFF CP2221-0020 offers excellent physical durability alongside sophisticated multi-finger touch capability. It is designed for seamless integration into control cabinets or consoles, utilizing integrated pull-out clamping levers that simplify mounting and eliminate the risk of loose mechanical parts during installation.

The system architecture supports modern Intel Celeron, Pentium, or Core processors, providing ample computing performance for complex TwinCAT automation software tasks, real-time control, and heavy visualization databases. With diverse on-board communication interfaces and flexible storage configurations, it acts as a reliable core for modern industrial automation topologies.

Features

• High-resolution 21.5-inch multi-finger touchscreen with Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution for clear visualization.
• Robust construction featuring an aluminum housing and a durable glass front panel.
• IP65 ingress protection on the front face and IP20 protection on the rear, suitable for challenging factory environments.
• Fast, secure installation via integrated pull-out clamping levers.
• Dual 100/1000BASE-T on-board Ethernet interfaces for high-speed industrial network and fieldbus integration.
• Comprehensive standard interfaces including USB 3.0, RS232, and DVI.
• Reliable power configuration supporting 24 V DC input and options for UPS functionality.

Applications

• Machine-level HMI visualization and complex operator control.
• Control cabinet-integrated PC-based control systems running TwinCAT runtimes.
• Process monitoring, line-level SCADA systems, and industrial data acquisition.

Technical Specifications

General

Display and Touch

Electrical and Interfaces

Environmental and Mechanical

Installation Guidelines

1. Verify that the control cabinet cutout matches the exact physical dimensions of the BECKHOFF CP2221-0020 display bezel.
2. Ensure the supply power is completely de-energized before mounting or wiring the unit.
3. Insert the Panel PC into the cutout from the front, taking care to protect the glass touchscreen from impact or scratches.
4. Secure the unit from the rear by engaging the integrated pull-out clamping levers. Tighten the levers evenly to ensure a reliable seal against the cabinet cutout.
5. Connect the protective functional earth terminal of the Panel PC to the central grounding point of the control cabinet.
6. Connect the communication cables, followed by the 24 V DC power supply wiring, checking for correct polarity.
7. Energize the system and complete initial operating system and communication interface checks.

Replacement and Maintenance Recommendations

When replacing an existing BECKHOFF CP2221-0020 unit, always create a full backup of the system drive (SSD, HDD, or CFast card) to retain licensed TwinCAT configurations, Windows user registries, and machine-specific HMI projects. Power down the entire cabinet before disconnecting the power terminals and communication interfaces. Ensure the replacement device has compatible firmware, BIOS configurations, and hardware revisions before transferring local storage media or executing a system restore.