BECKHOFF CP6612-0000-0020 Built-In Panel PC

Description

The BECKHOFF CP6612-0000-0020 is a compact built-in Panel PC designed for high-performance visualization and control directly at the machine or within industrial control cabinets. Combining a bright 15-inch TFT display with a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels and a resistive single-finger touch screen, this device serves as a reliable human-machine interface (HMI) for diverse automation environments.

At its core, the CP6612-0000-0020 is powered by an ARM Cortex-A8 processor running at 1 GHz on a 3.5-inch motherboard with 1 GB DDR3 RAM. Operating on the Windows Embedded Compact 7 platform, it is fully compatible with TwinCAT runtime environments, allowing it to act as both a visualization system and a compact controller. The design features a fanless architecture and contains no rotating parts, greatly increasing operational reliability under harsh conditions.

Housed in an aluminum front with a sheet-steel rear cover, the unit provides a front-side IP65 protection rating when correctly installed. The integrated pull-out clamping levers facilitate rapid, secure mounting in cabinet cutouts without loose parts. For communication, the PC features onboard Ethernet and EtherCAT interfaces, alongside classic serial and USB ports for comprehensive connectivity.

Features

• 15-inch display with 1024 x 768 pixel resolution and resistive single-touch control
• Fanless ARM Cortex-A8 processor running at 1 GHz (TwinCAT performance class 30)
• 1 GB DDR3 RAM with 512 MB microSD storage and 128 kB non-volatile NOVRAM for persistent data
• Onboard industrial interfaces: 1 x 10/100BASE-T Ethernet and 1 x EtherCAT port
• Peripheral connections including 2 x USB 2.0 ports and 1 x RS232 serial port
• Secure built-in mounting with integrated pull-out clamping levers
• IP65 protection class on the front side and IP20 on the rear side

Applications

• Machine-level visualization and HMI processing
• Industrial control cabinet installation
• Decentralized control and data acquisition within EtherCAT networks
• Compact processing nodes for automated manufacturing plants

Technical Specifications

Connections / Interfaces

Installation Guidelines

1. Ensure all power sources are completely de-energized before preparing the cabinet cutout.
2. Verify that the cabinet cutout dimensions match the precise physical specifications of the 15-inch model.
3. Insert the panel PC into the cutout from the front side.
4. Engage and secure the integrated pull-out clamping levers from the rear to secure the unit against the panel wall, verifying that the front sealing gasket achieves an IP65 seal.
5. Connect the functional ground and the 24 V DC power supply lines according to the specified terminal polarity.
6. Connect communication interfaces (Ethernet, EtherCAT, and serial ports) before powering the system on.