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Beckhoff CX5020-0100 CX5000 Series Embedded PC CPU Module

SKU CX5020-0100

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  • Manufacturer: BECKHOFF

  • Product No.: CX5020-0100

  • Country of origin:Germany

  • Product Type: CPU Modules

  • Payment: T/T, Western Union

  • Weight: 575g

  • Dimensions: 106 mm x 100 mm x 92 mm

  • Shipping port: Xiamen

  • Warranty: 12 months

Description

Industrial automation environments requiring robust, fanless computing in a compact DIN-rail form factor utilize the Beckhoff CX5020-0100 embedded PC. This high-performance industrial controller features an Intel Atom Z530 processor running at 1.6 GHz, providing deterministic execution of PLC, Motion Control, and HMI tasks. Configured as a high-reliability CPU module, the device is engineered with an automatic recognition layer that seamlessly interfaces with either EtherCAT Terminals (E-bus) or standard Bus Terminals (K-bus).

The unit features an integrated, hardware-based 1-second UPS that ensures critical persistent data is safely written to the active Compact Flash memory card during sudden power losses. With a diverse physical interface layout and a ruggedized IP20-rated housing, this embedded PC acts as a centralized processing station for demanding decentralized control topologies.

Features

  • Equipped with an Intel Atom Z530 1.6 GHz single-core processor.
  • Features dual independent RJ45 gigabit Ethernet interfaces supporting 10/100/1000 Mbit/s rates.
  • Provides automatic sensing and integration for E-bus (EtherCAT) and K-bus (Bus Terminal) local I/O segments.
  • Contains an integrated 1-second UPS to safeguard up to 1 MB of persistent data.
  • Supports fanless operation across an extended operational temperature range.
  • Includes four USB 2.0 ports and a DVI-D video connection for direct peripheral and HMI interfacing.

Applications

  • Centralized PLC and motion control in machinery manufacturing.
  • Process control and data acquisition in water and wastewater systems.
  • Power generation monitoring and substation automation.
  • Decentralized control nodes in material handling and logistics pipelines.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer Beckhoff Automation
Model/Part Number CX5020-0100
Processor Intel Atom Z530, 1.6 GHz clock frequency, single-core
Main Memory 512 MB RAM (expandable ex factory to 1 GB)
Flash Memory Compact Flash slot (128 MB CF card included, expandable)
Persistent Memory Integrated 1-second UPS (1 MB on Compact Flash card)
I/O Connection Type E-bus (EtherCAT) or K-bus (Bus Terminal), automatic detection
Power Supply 24 V DC (-15% / +20%)
Max. Power Consumption 13 W
Current Supply E-bus/K-bus 2 A
Interfaces 2 x RJ45 10/100/1000 Mbit/s, 1 x DVI-D, 4 x USB 2.0, 1 x optional interface slot
Diagnostics LEDs 1 x power, 1 x TwinCAT status, 1 x flash access, 2 x bus status
Operating System Support Windows Embedded CE 6, Windows Embedded Standard 2009
Control Software TwinCAT 2 runtime, TwinCAT 3 runtime (XAR)
TwinCAT 3 Platform Level Performance (40)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 106 mm x 100 mm x 92 mm
Weight Approx. 575 g
Operating Temperature -25 degC to +60 degC
Storage Temperature -40 degC to +85 degC
Relative Humidity 95%, non-condensing
Protection Rating IP20
EMC Immunity/Emission Conforms to EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-4
Vibration/Shock Resistance Conforms to EN 60068-2-6 / EN 60068-2-27

Connections and Interfaces

Interface Type Connection Quantity / Specification
RJ45 Ports 2 x 10/100/1000 Mbit/s (independent Ethernet subnets)
DVI-D Port 1 x Digital Out for direct HMI configuration
USB 2.0 4 x Type-A USB interfaces for input devices/storage
Bus Connection Terminal strip interface with auto-bus switching circuitry
Power Supply Connection Removable spring-loaded terminal connector

Installation Guidelines

  • Mounting: Snap-on mounting via standard 35 mm DIN rail (EN 60715). Ensure the device is mounted vertically to allow passive convective cooling.
  • Spacing: Maintain a minimum clearance of 30 mm above and below the module for unhindered air circulation.
  • Grounding: Connect the ground connection point directly to the low-impedance functional earth system.
  • Wiring: Route power lines separately from communication and I/O signal cables to mitigate high-frequency electromagnetic interference.

Compliance and Certifications

  • CE
  • UL
  • ATEX (Certified II 3 G Ex nA IIC T4 Gc when configured with CX1900-0105 ordering option)

FAQ

Can the Beckhoff CX5020-0100 operate with both TwinCAT 2 and TwinCAT 3?
Yes, the CX5020-0100 supports both TwinCAT 2 runtime and TwinCAT 3 runtime (XAR) software environments.

Does this module support both EtherCAT and standard Bus Terminals?
Yes, the CX5020-0100 features automatic recognition of the attached bus system, allowing direct connection to either E-bus (EtherCAT Terminals) or K-bus (standard Bus Terminals).

How does the integrated 1-second UPS function?
The integrated 1-second UPS utilizes internal capacitive energy storage to keep the CPU running long enough to write up to 1 MB of persistent application data directly to the Compact Flash card during power failures.

Does this CPU module require active fan cooling?
No, the CX5020-0100 is engineered as a passively cooled, fanless system optimized for reliable operation in temperatures ranging from -25 degC to +60 degC.

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