{"product_id":"beckhoff-cx5240-n031-0002-embedded-pc","title":"BECKHOFF CX5240-N031-0002 Embedded PC","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF CX5240-N031-0002\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance Embedded PC powered by an Intel Atom processor, designed to handle demanding PLC, motion control, and industrial communication tasks. Engineered for direct DIN rail installation within control cabinets, this compact controller combines processing power with modular expansion capabilities to serve as a reliable control core in modern automation architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specific variant features the integrated -N031 interface option, which adds an RS485 serial communication port to the hardware. Configured as a drop point without echo and with internal termination turned off, the serial port provides reliable point-to-point or multi-drop connectivity to legacy field devices, specialty sensors, and secondary industrial instruments via a standard 9-pin D-sub connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntel Atom multicore processing technology optimized for real-time control applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrated -N031 serial interface option supporting RS485 communication protocols.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e9-pin D-sub socket connector for secure and standardized serial connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePre-configured serial settings: drop point configuration, without echo, and termination disabled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect DIN rail mounting design for space-saving integration into industrial control panels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with modular Beckhoff I\/O systems for versatile fieldbus and signal connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndustrial PLC and machine control systems requiring centralized computing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSerial communication networks linking controllers with RS485-compliant devices and instruments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eControl cabinet installations with restricted space demanding efficient thermal and physical footprints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eData acquisition, communication gateway, and protocol conversion applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBECKHOFF\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCX5240-N031-0002\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEmbedded PC\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcessor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eIntel Atom\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterface Option\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e-N031 (RS485)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e9-pin D-sub socket\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRS485 Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDrop point, without echo, termination off\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e35 mm DIN rail (DIN EN 60715)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVerify that the model number on the device matches your system requirements (CX5240-N031-0002).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnsure all electrical power sources to the control cabinet are switched off and locked out before starting work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlign the unit with the 35 mm DIN rail and press firmly until the locking mechanism snaps securely into place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnect your RS485 serial communication cable to the 9-pin D-sub socket, ensuring the cable shield is grounded correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePerform electrical and grounding system checks before energizing the device for configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReplacement Recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen replacing an existing controller with the \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF CX5240-N031-0002\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensure a complete backup of the active PLC project, configuration files, and system settings has been successfully saved. 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