{"product_id":"beckhoff-cx5010-0122-cx5000-series-embedded-pc-module","title":"Beckhoff CX5010-0122 CX5000 Series Embedded PC Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eEngineered for DIN rail mounting in compact control cabinets, the \u003cstrong\u003eBeckhoff CX5010-0122\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers decentralized industrial control capability by combining a fanless \u003cstrong\u003eIntel Atom Z510\u003c\/strong\u003e processor with direct, automatic detection of both \u003cstrong\u003eE-bus (EtherCAT)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eK-bus (Bus Terminal)\u003c\/strong\u003e I\/O architectures. This embedded controller features dual independent Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, enabling clean network segmentation between fieldbus communications and upper-level enterprise systems. An integrated 1-second UPS ensures that up to 1 MB of persistent process data is safely written to the standard Compact Flash storage during power interruptions, preventing database corruption and ensuring smooth cold-start sequences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEfficient Processing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-power Intel Atom Z510 CPU operating at 1.1 GHz for reliable deterministic control loops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible I\/O Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic, native recognition of either EtherCAT Terminals (E-bus) or legacy Bus Terminals (K-bus) on the backplane.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Speed Communication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two RJ45 10\/100\/1000 Mbit\/s interfaces supporting separate subnet topologies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eData Security:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated hardware-based 1-second UPS protecting crucial operational variables on power loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRugged Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fanless, compact IP20 housing designed to withstand extreme temperature ranges.\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: 20px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecentralized manufacturing automation and specialized machine building.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWind turbine pitch control and substation environmental telemetry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConveyor tracking, high-speed sorting, and distribution center automation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHazardous-area operations requiring certified ATEX Zone 2 hardware configurations.\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; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #cbd5e0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eSpecification Parameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eValue \/ Rating\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: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eBeckhoff\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eCX5010-0122\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProcessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eIntel Atom Z510, 1.1 GHz (Single Core)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSystem Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e512 MB RAM (Non-expandable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFlash Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eCompact Flash slot (128 MB card included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePersistent Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e1-second UPS integrated (saves 1 MB to Compact Flash)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInterfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e2 x RJ45 (10\/100\/1000 Mbit\/s), 1 x DVI-D, 4 x USB 2.0, 1 x Optional slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eI\/O Coupling\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eE-bus (EtherCAT) or K-bus (Bus Terminal) with auto-recognition\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eE-bus\/K-bus Current Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e2 A maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSupply Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e24 V DC (-15% \/ +20%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMax Power Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e12 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating \/ Storage Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e-25 to +60 degC \/ -40 to +85 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProtection Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEx Marking\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eII 3 G Ex nA IIC T4 Gc (with optional CX1900-0105)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTwinCAT Platform Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003ePerformance (40)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\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: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e575 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e2.0 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; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #cbd5e0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003ePort Designation\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFunctional Assignment \/ Circuit\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: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eX101 \/ X102\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eRJ45 Gigabit Ethernet ports (independent controllers for separation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eX201 - X204\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e4 x USB 2.0 Host interfaces (max. 500 mA per port)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDVI-D Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eDirect connection for digital operating interfaces and panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower Input Terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e24 V DC control power, 0 V return, PE shield contact\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 CX5010-0122 belongs to the legacy CX5000 family. If upgrading a system configured with older K-bus terminals, this unit serves as a direct bridge because of its dual-bus interface chip. However, note that if you are migrating code from TwinCAT 2 to TwinCAT 3 (XAR), you must ensure that your system target is configured to Platform Level 40 (Performance class). Using older TwinCAT 2 boot projects requires the operating system runtime to match (e.g., Windows CE 6 or WES 2009).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eTo prevent thermal throttling under maximum execution load (12 W), the CX5010-0122 must be mounted vertically on a 35 mm DIN rail. Always maintain at least 30 mm of free ventilation clearance above and below the module. If installing inside fully sealed, unventilated cabinets with ambient temperatures regularly exceeding +50 degC, structural derating of the 2 A output capacity on the E-bus\/K-bus backplane is recommended to prevent internal component degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe internal 1-second UPS utilizes a persistent RAM buffer that flushes directly to the CF card. Always format replacement Compact Flash cards using the specific Beckhoff BIOS utility to guarantee the correct sector alignment; standard generic FAT\/NTFS formatting can lead to persistent data write failures during a fast power loss event. Use double-shielded STP Cat.6 cables on the X101\/X102 ports to prevent high-voltage motor drive emissions from introducing packet errors on your real-time network lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 15px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; color: #9b2c2c;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eCRITICAL WARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prior to mounting or wiring this device, ensure the main 24 V DC power supply is completely de-energized. Do not extract or insert the Compact Flash card while the system status LED indicates active disk access. Failure to follow these isolation protocols can cause permanent electronic damage or filesystem corruption.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; min-width: 30px; height: 30px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 15px;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eSnap the CX5010-0122 securely onto a grounded, standard 35 mm DIN rail (EN 60715) ensuring the locking mechanism clicks into position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; min-width: 30px; height: 30px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 15px;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eConnect your E-bus (EtherCAT) or K-bus (Bus Terminal) I\/O stack to the right side of the controller. The built-in interface contacts will self-align.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; min-width: 30px; height: 30px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 15px;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eWire the 24 V DC power input using a clean, surge-suppressed PELV\/SELV power supply unit, making sure to route the PE wire to the centralized ground bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; min-width: 30px; height: 30px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 15px;\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eInsert the pre-programmed Beckhoff Compact Flash card, connect the communication cables, and apply system voltage to initiate the automated hardware-recognition scan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106429657451,"sku":"CX5010-0122","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/cx5010-0122-v0wmv2tpzzp.png?v=1776244233","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/pt\/products\/beckhoff-cx5010-0122-cx5000-series-embedded-pc-module","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}