{"product_id":"beckhoff-cx2020-n031-0001-basic-cpu-module","title":"BECKHOFF CX2020-N031-0001 Basic CPU Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCX2020-N031-0001\u003c\/strong\u003e is a specialized \u003cstrong\u003eBasic CPU module\u003c\/strong\u003e for the \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF\u003c\/strong\u003e CX2020 series of embedded controllers. This module is designed to provide serial communication capabilities via an integrated \u003cstrong\u003eRS485 interface\u003c\/strong\u003e (9-pin D-sub socket). It is factory-configured for use as an \u003cstrong\u003eend point\u003c\/strong\u003e in an RS485 network topology, featuring enabled echo and active termination, which ensures signal integrity at the end of the bus segment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This module is categorized under the \"service phase,\" indicating it is intended for maintenance, replacement, or legacy support within existing automation systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevice Type: Basic CPU module (Service Phase)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterface: RS485 (9-pin D-sub socket)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration: End point, with echo, termination on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with CX2020 embedded controller systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial serial communication in automation networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerminal node connectivity for RS485 serial bus segments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegration of serial field devices into existing CX2020-based control architectures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBECKHOFF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCX2020-N031-0001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDevice Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBasic CPU module (Service Phase)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS485\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD-sub socket, 9-pin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnd point, with echo, termination on\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the CPU module is firmly seated within the CX2020 system to maintain reliable power and bus communication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSince this module is configured as an \u003cstrong\u003eend point\u003c\/strong\u003e (termination on), it should be placed at the physical extremity of your RS485 network to prevent signal reflections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a high-quality shielded 9-pin D-sub cable for serial connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify your serial communication settings (e.g., baud rate, parity) within the TwinCAT environment to ensure compatibility with your network devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGiven its service phase status, ensure that this module matches the exact requirements of your existing infrastructure during replacement or maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106595561835,"sku":"CX2020-N031-0001","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/cx2020-n031-0001-i0exlgvgh4l.png?v=1776244167","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/beckhoff-cx2020-n031-0001-basic-cpu-module","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}