BECKHOFF CP6632-0000-0020 Built-in Panel PC

Description

The BECKHOFF CP6632-0000-0020 is a built-in Panel PC designed for visualization and control directly at the machine or within control cabinets. It combines a 15-inch display with a single-finger touch screen, providing an integrated interface for medium-sized human-machine interface (HMI) applications. The device features a robust aluminum front with a sheet-steel rear cover, engineered for demanding industrial environments.

At the core of the BECKHOFF CP6632-0000-0020 is an ARM Cortex-A8 processor running at 1 GHz, mounted on a compact 3½-inch motherboard. This architecture is equipped with 1 GB of DDR3 RAM and 512 MB of microSD flash memory, optimizing performance for lightweight control tasks. Standard communication interfaces include onboard Ethernet and EtherCAT connections, facilitating integration into modern automation networks.

Features

• 15-inch active matrix display with a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels.
• ARM Cortex-A8 processor clocked at 1 GHz.
• System memory of 1 GB DDR3 RAM.
• 512 MB microSD card flash storage with an accessible microSD slot.
• Integrated 128 kByte NOVRAM for reliable persistent data storage.
• Onboard industrial communication interfaces, including 1 x Ethernet and 1 x EtherCAT port.
• Front-side IP65 protection rating and rear-side IP20 rating.
• Pull-out clamping levers for fast, secure panel installation without loose hardware.

Applications

• Machine-level human-machine interface (HMI) and visualization.
• Control cabinet-mounted operation for decentralized industrial automation.
• Control and monitoring in dedicated EtherCAT-based network environments.
• Embedded data acquisition and small-scale process visualization.

Technical Specifications

General

Processor and System Memory

Interfaces and Communication

Electrical and Environmental

Installation Guidelines

1. Verify that the model number on the device matches your system requirements (CP6632-0000-0020).
2. Ensure all electrical power sources are de-energized before mounting or wiring the unit.
3. Prepare the panel cutout to match the specified dimensions of the 15-inch housing.
4. Insert the Panel PC into the cutout and secure it using the integrated pull-out clamping levers. Tighten standardly to seal the front frame against the mounting surface to maintain the IP65 rating.
5. Connect the 24 V DC power supply, ensuring correct polarity.
6. Connect the required network cables to the onboard Ethernet or EtherCAT interfaces.
7. Perform safety and ground continuity checks before applying power.

Replacement Recommendations

When replacing an existing control unit with a BECKHOFF CP6632-0000-0020, verify that your TwinCAT configuration, runtime environment, and operating system requirements are compatible with Windows Embedded Compact 7. Back up any project files, licenses, and persistent memory configurations before dismantling the old unit.