{"product_id":"beckhoff-cx5020-1122-cx5000-series-embedded-pc","title":"Beckhoff CX5020-1122 CX5000 Series Embedded PC","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eEngineered for robust DIN rail installation within medium-sized automation architectures, the \u003cstrong\u003eBeckhoff CX5020-1122\u003c\/strong\u003e functions as a high-performance, fanless embedded controller powered by an Intel Atom Z530 processor. This industrial PC seamlessly integrates control tasks, visualization, and communication interfaces into a highly compact form factor. Equipped with an automatic physical layer detection interface, the unit autonomously identifies and interfaces with either high-speed \u003cstrong\u003eEtherCAT Terminals (E-bus)\u003c\/strong\u003e or standard \u003cstrong\u003eBus Terminals (K-bus)\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing maximum flexibility in modular I\/O configurations. Designed without moving parts, the hardware utilizes a Compact Flash card slot for industrial-grade solid-state storage and features an integrated 1-second capacitive UPS to prevent data corruption by safely writing persistent variables to the flash media during sudden power interruptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntel Atom Z530 Processor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.6 GHz single-core execution optimized for deterministic control operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Bus Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic sensing and management of E-bus (EtherCAT) and K-bus (standard I\/O terminal) lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated 1-Second UPS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capacitive energy storage mechanism dedicated to securing persistent RAM data on the Compact Flash card during power failures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobust Connectivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard onboard interfaces include dual independent Gigabit Ethernet ports, four high-speed USB 2.0 channels, and a DVI-D graphic port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFanless Thermal Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat dissipation occurs passively through optimized cooling fins, eliminating maintenance-heavy cooling fans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Operating System Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully prepped for TwinCAT 2 and TwinCAT 3 (XAR runtime) execution environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 1.5rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecentralized Machine Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serves as a standalone system controller for complex assembly lines, packaging machinery, and manufacturing cells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess Automation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Executes highly deterministic PLC tasks and motion control logic within processing plants and water treatment facilities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilding Management Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a unified platform for multi-protocol communications and centralized utility monitoring on physical plant floors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSub-station Data Aggregation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deployed as a reliable communication gateway converting local physical IO metrics to fieldbus or TCP\/IP uplink networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #1a365d;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eSpecification Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eBeckhoff Automation\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eCX5020-1122\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProcessor Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eIntel Atom Z530 (1.6 GHz, Single-Core)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSystem Memory (RAM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e512 MB (Expandable ex-factory to 1 GB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFlash Memory Slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eCompact Flash Type I\/II (128 MB industrial card included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePersistent Storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e1-second UPS (1 MB of non-volatile memory mapped to CF card)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNetwork Interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e2 x RJ45 ports, 10\/100\/1000 Mbit\/s (separate controller lines)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAdditional Interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e1 x DVI-D, 4 x USB 2.0, 1 x Optional interface slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eI\/O Connection System\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eE-bus (EtherCAT) or K-bus (Bus Terminal), automatic detection\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMax. Power Supply Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e2 A (Dedicated to supplying attached E-bus\/K-bus terminals)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNominal Input Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e24 V DC (-15 percent \/ +20 percent tolerance)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMaximum Power Draw\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e13 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIngress Protection Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e-25 degC to +60 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e-40 degC to +85 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRelative Humidity Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e95 percent, non-condensing state\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePhysical Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 106 mm x 100 mm x 92 mm;\"\u003e106 mm x 100 mm x 92 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e575 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e2.0 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTwinCAT 3 Platform Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003ePerformance (Platform Level 40)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConnections and Interfaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #1a365d;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eConnector Interface\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003ePhysical Format\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eFunction \/ Signal Mapping\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eLAN 1 \/ LAN 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eRJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eGigabit Ethernet ports (independent PCIe MAC lines)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDVI Out\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eDVI-D Female\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eDirect digital video output to operational HMIs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eUSB Ports 1 - 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eUSB Type-A\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eUSB 2.0 interface for input devices, storage, or peripherals\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003eModular Screw Terminal Block\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem;\"\u003e24 V DC system supply, I\/O terminal contacts power, and ground\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEmpirical Engineering Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe CX5020 series bridges legacy systems with modernized EtherCAT fieldbuses. It serves as a direct upgrade path from the older CX1010\/CX1020 modular systems. When migrating, note that the CX5020-1122 operates at TwinCAT 3 Platform Level 40 (Performance). Existing licenses written for Platform Level 30 (Economy) must be upgraded to Level 40 within the Beckhoff licensing portal. The hardware allows direct reuse of existing K-bus terminals, eliminating the need to re-wire pre-installed physical control nodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe integrated 1-second UPS requires correct configuration within the Windows TwinCAT System Manager under the Write Persistent Data routine. Since it is a capacitive system, it does not keep the entire operating system running; it only provides enough power to dump the persistent data buffer onto the CF card. It is crucial to monitor the condition of the CF card; using non-industrial MLC flash memory cards can lead to write-cycle exhaustion, causing immediate corruption of the operating system image upon sudden power cutoffs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eTo prevent thermal throttling in high-ambient environments, the CX5020 must be installed in a vertical orientation on a horizontal DIN rail. Maintain a minimum of 30 mm clear spatial clearance above and below the cooling fins to allow natural air convection. When mixing E-bus and K-bus terminals on the same local cluster, ensure that any physical transitions between terminal types utilize correct bus coupler components, and calculate the cumulative current consumption to ensure the attached terminals do not exceed the 2 A limit of the CX5020 power supply contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; font-weight: bold; margin: 0 0 0.5rem 0;\"\u003eCRITICAL FIELD WARNING\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; margin: 0;\"\u003eIsolate all 24 V DC power sources before mounting or disassembling any system components or terminal connections. Making or breaking terminal connections while the module is energized can trigger electrical transient spikes, permanently damaging the internal E-bus interface logic and rendering the controller inoperable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 2rem; height: 2rem; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; flex-shrink: 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eAlign the rear mounting notch of the CX5020 module with the top edge of the 35 mm DIN rail (EN 60715) and apply downward, rearward force until the module locks firmly into position.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 2rem; height: 2rem; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; flex-shrink: 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eSlide adjacent I\/O bus terminals onto the right side of the unit, verifying that the physical interlocking tongue-and-groove joints align smoothly.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 2rem; height: 2rem; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; flex-shrink: 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eInsert the pre-configured industrial Compact Flash card into the dedicated flash slot, ensuring the physical card locking lever is completely secure.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 2rem; height: 2rem; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; flex-shrink: 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eConnect the 24 V DC power lines to the input terminal block. Connect the dedicated protective earth (PE) ground directly to the DIN rail or backplane to establish a low-impedance noise dissipation path.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106416910699,"sku":"CX5020-1122","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/cx5020-1122-3p1bgophumi.png?v=1776244254","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/beckhoff-cx5020-1122-cx5000-series-embedded-pc","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}