{"product_id":"beckhoff-cx8050-cx8000-series-embedded-pc-with-canopen-master","title":"Beckhoff CX8050 CX8000 Series Embedded PC with CANopen Master","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eDesigned to integrate seamlessly into modular control architectures, the \u003cstrong\u003eBeckhoff CX8050\u003c\/strong\u003e serves as a compact, DIN-rail-mountable controller featuring an integrated \u003cstrong\u003eCANopen master interface\u003c\/strong\u003e. This high-performance device is powered by a 400 MHz ARM9 processor and executes control logic via \u003cstrong\u003eTwinCAT 2\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing for highly efficient decentralized processing. Engineered with automatic recognition for both \u003cstrong\u003eE-bus and K-bus\u003c\/strong\u003e terminal networks, this embedded PC provides a flexible path for interfacing local physical inputs and outputs directly with a CANopen fieldbus trunk. The inclusion of a robust 1-second UPS guarantees the secure storage of critical non-volatile application data onto the 512 MB microSD card in the event of power interruption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; padding-left: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated CANopen Master:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dedicated 9-pin D-sub fieldbus interface with galvanic isolation for reliable communication across industrial networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Bus Auto-Detection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic runtime recognition of connected E-bus (EtherCAT) or K-bus (standard Beckhoff Bus Terminals) interfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Volatile Data Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capacitive 1-second UPS preserves up to 1 MB of critical persistent variable data to flash storage during unexpected power loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Memory Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equipped with a 512 MB microSD flash card, expandable to support larger local visualization files or log databases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmbedded Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runs Windows Embedded CE 6 for deterministic, low-latency execution of industrial automation logic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; padding-left: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistributed Fieldbus Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serving as a primary gateway or master controller in industrial installations utilizing CANopen-compliant drives, sensors, and remote I\/O blocks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModular Machine Building:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for packaging, assembly, and conveyor systems requiring localized control units that seamlessly bridge distinct communication layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHazardous Area Deployments:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rated for demanding physical conditions under ATEX, IECEx, and Class I Division 2 safety standards.\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 #2b6cb0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\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: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eBeckhoff Automation GmbH \u0026amp; Co. KG\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eCX8050\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProcessor Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eARM9, 400 MHz (Single Core)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMain Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e64 MB DDR2 RAM (non-expandable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFlash Storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e512 MB microSD (optionally expandable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePersistent Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1-second UPS (stores up to 1 MB persistent data)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating System\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eWindows Embedded CE 6\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProgramming Environment\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eTwinCAT 2 PLC (IEC 61131-3 languages)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIntegrated Bus Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e9-pin D-sub (CANopen protocol, galvanically isolated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eI\/O Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eE-bus (EtherCAT) or K-bus (Bus Terminals) with auto-recognition\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eE-bus\/K-bus Power Supply Limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e2 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMax. Power Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e3 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePhysical Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1 x RJ45 (10\/100 Mbit\/s), 1 x USB interface (behind maintenance flap)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDiagnostics Indicators\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1 x TwinCAT Status LED, 2 x Bus Status LEDs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEnvironmental Operating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e0 to +55 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStorage Temperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e-25 to +85 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRelative Humidity Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e95% maximum, non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIngress Protection Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePhysical Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e180 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDimensions (Width x Height x Depth)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e64 mm x 100 mm x 73 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e2 kg\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 #2b6cb0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eConnector \/ Terminal\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFunction \/ Circuit Assignment\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: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRJ45 Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e10\/100 Mbit\/s Ethernet connection for local programming, parameterization, and network synchronization.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eD-sub Port (9-Pin, Male)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eDedicated CANopen master physical interface according to CANopen electrical and mechanical standards.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eUSB Device (Behind Flap)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eService and backup deployment interface; accessible behind the lower front protective flap.\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eI\/O Slide Contacts\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eDirect contact slides supporting up to 2 A power injection for E-bus (EtherCAT) or K-bus (Bus Terminals) assemblies.\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\u003ch3\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003eThe CX8050 belongs strictly to the TwinCAT 2 programming landscape. It does not support TwinCAT 3 runtimes. For newer configurations that demand TwinCAT 3 support or multicore ARM performance, systems should consider migrating toward the Beckhoff CX8190 series, which also incorporates newer operating system configurations such as Windows Embedded Compact 7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003eThe built-in 1-second UPS utilizes internal capacitive storage to safely write persistent variables to the microSD card. If the operating system or system configuration is constantly cycling power, ensure that the controller runs continuously for at least two minutes between power downs. Rapid, back-to-back power cycling will deplete the capacitive backup reservoir, preventing the persistent data block from saving correctly during the second cycle and potentially leading to parameter initialization errors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003eWhen establishing a physical connection on the 9-pin D-sub CANopen trunk, remember that terminating resistors are not integrated into the hardware interface. A 120-ohm terminating resistor must be connected externally at both ends of the CAN bus trunk line to minimize signal reflections and ensure operational stability. When mixing or switching terminal types, remember that K-bus and E-bus modules cannot be mixed arbitrarily on the same segment without terminal bus coupling modules.\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=\"margin: 0; font-weight: bold; color: #9b2c2c;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING:\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0.5rem 0 0 0; color: #9b2c2c;\"\u003eAlways de-energize the entire control panel prior to mounting, dismounting, or routing cable connections to the controller or adjacent terminals. Failure to disconnect primary and auxiliary power systems may result in physical damage to the E-bus\/K-bus internal slide contacts and ruin connected input\/output modules.\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; min-width: 2rem; height: 2rem; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eSnap the controller housing securely onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail (EN 60715), ensuring the locking mechanism clicks 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; min-width: 2rem; height: 2rem; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eAlign and slide the subsequent K-bus or E-bus I\/O modules directly onto the right side of the controller until the lateral plug connectors engage properly.\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; min-width: 2rem; height: 2rem; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eConnect the 9-pin CANopen D-sub bus cable to the isolated interface and terminate the physical fieldbus loop using external 120-ohm termination resistance.\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; min-width: 2rem; height: 2rem; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eApply 24 VDC control power directly to the terminal supply points, allowing the integrated auto-recognition protocol to sequence and detect the I\/O configuration.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106425004395,"sku":"CX8050","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/cx8050-rp1mpu5znwm.png?v=1776244317","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/beckhoff-cx8050-cx8000-series-embedded-pc-with-canopen-master","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}