What Is SCADA? Supervisory Control Without Replacing the PLC
SCADA sits above PLCs and RTUs: it acquires field data, alarms operators, and issues supervisory commands across plants and remote assets—without replacing local deterministic control.

Engineered as a robust high-performance control and HMI platform, the Beckhoff CP3215-0020 integrates direct-machine-level visualization with heavy-duty industrial computing. Built to withstand demanding factory floor environments, this industrial panel PC features a fully enclosed aluminum housing with IP65 protection, designed specifically for mounting arm systems. The unit supports versatile processing capacities from 6th and 7th generation Intel processors and pairs this processing power with advanced projective capacitive multi-touch technology, making it ideal for high-performance TwinCAT-controlled manufacturing environments.
| Manufacturer | Beckhoff Automation |
| Model Reference | CP3215-0020 |
| Display Size | 15-inch display (1024 x 768 resolution) |
| Touch Technology | Projective capacitive multi-finger touch screen |
| Processor Support | Intel Celeron G3900TE 2.3 GHz up to Core i7 7700(T) 2.9 GHz |
| Motherboard | 3.5-inch industrial form factor (6th/7th Gen Intel Core architecture) |
| Memory Configuration | 4 GB DDR4 RAM base configuration (expandable up to 32 GB) |
| Onboard Ethernet | 2 x 100/1000BASE-T on-board controllers |
| SATA Controller | On-board SATA RAID 1 controller |
| Storage Interfaces | 1 x 2.5-inch HDD/SSD slot, up to 2 x CFast card slots |
| Power Input | 24 V DC (UPS functional input compatible) |
| Ingress Protection Rating | IP65 (Full protection against dust ingress and liquid jets) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 45 Celsius |
| Required Clearance | 20 cm (7.9 inches) free air circulation space around enclosure |
| TwinCAT Performance Class | TC2/TC3: 50 (up to TC3: 80 depending on CPU selection) |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Shipping Weight (Calculated) | 5.0 kg (11.02 lbs) |
| Port / Interface Type | Functional Details / Connectivity |
|---|---|
| Network Connection | 1 x Ethernet 100/1000BASE-T Push-Pull IP65 rated port |
| On-board Ports | 2 x RJ45 100/1000BASE-T (internal/service routing) |
| IP65 Connection Area | Capable of managing up to 6 IP65-rated connectors (4 slots left unassigned for customization) |
| Power Supply Inlet | 24 V DC main connection terminal block with support for UPS diagnostic feedback |
The system's modular 3.5-inch motherboard allows flexible configuration swaps. However, upgrading from an Intel Celeron configuration to a Core i7 processor will transition the system's TwinCAT 3 performance class from Level 50 to Level 80. Ensure that your TwinCAT licensing scheme matches the installed hardware configuration to prevent software runtime locking.
To guarantee continuous industrial operation at maximum computing load without CPU thermal throttling, you must maintain a physical 20 cm (7.9 inches) radial clearance around the chassis. Obstructing the rear passive heat sink profile will force the internal cooling fan to run continuously at full capacity, shortening the component service life.
When connecting interfaces inside the wiring compartment, ensure that all unused entry ports remain sealed with the original IP65 protection blanks. To maintain electrical safety and prevent high-frequency touch interference on the capacitive surface, establish a low-impedance connection between the mounting arm ground and the plant ground plane.
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Germany
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