{"product_id":"beckhoff-cx5130-0112-cx5130-embedded-pc-cpu-module","title":"Beckhoff CX5130-0112 CX5130 Embedded PC CPU Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003ePowering mid-range control applications with high-efficiency multi-core processing, the \u003cstrong\u003eBeckhoff CX5130-0112\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fanless, DIN rail-mountable Embedded PC. This controller integrates a dual-core \u003cstrong\u003eIntel Atom E3827\u003c\/strong\u003e processor running at 1.75 GHz and comes equipped with \u003cstrong\u003e4 GB DDR3 RAM\u003c\/strong\u003e. Engineered for versatile industrial environments, it features dual independent Gigabit Ethernet ports, multiple USB connections, and a flexible interface slot. Uniquely designed for modular adaptability, its right-side interface automatically recognizes and supports either \u003cstrong\u003eEtherCAT Terminals (E-bus)\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eBus Terminals (K-bus)\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing direct connection to Beckhoff's extensive range of I\/O modules without additional couplers.\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: 1.25rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Core Processing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual-core Intel Atom E3827 processor (1.75 GHz) provides steady computational performance for PLC and motion control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Bus Auto-Recognition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intelligent hardware interface automatically switches operating modes to drive either E-bus or K-bus terminal systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardware-Based UPS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated capacitive 1-second UPS secures up to 1 MB of persistent data to a CFast card during sudden power interruptions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRich Connectivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equipped with dual RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet ports for network separation, 4 x USB 2.0 interfaces, and a high-definition DVI-I output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRugged Storage Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dedicated slots for both CFast and microSD storage media to isolate operating system and application data.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible OS \u0026amp; TwinCAT Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for high compatibility with modern industrial operating systems and runs TwinCAT 2 or TwinCAT 3 environments (Platform Level 40).\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: 1.25rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecentralized Machine Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-performance execution of standard logic, motion profiles, and visualization tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial IoT Edge Gateway:\u003c\/strong\u003e Secure dual-network separation for bridging OT fieldbus systems with corporate IT database infrastructures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarine and Offshore Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complies with strict environmental standards for deployment in vessel automation and marine propulsion controls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHazardous Area Operations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rated for ATEX, IECEx, and Class I, Division 2 zones when equipped with the appropriate option terminal.\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    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eBeckhoff Automation\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eCX5130-0112\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProcessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eIntel Atom E3827, 1.75 GHz (Dual Core)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSystem Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e4 GB DDR3 RAM (Non-expandable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePersistent Storage Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 1rem 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e1 x CFast slot, 1 x microSD slot (Cards not included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePersistent Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eIntegrated 1-second UPS (Saves 1 MB on CFast card)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEthernet Interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e2 x RJ45 10\/100\/1000 Mbit\/s (Independent)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOther Interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e1 x DVI-I, 4 x USB 2.0, 1 x Option slot space\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eI\/O Terminal Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eE-bus (EtherCAT) or K-bus (Bus Terminals) with auto-detection\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eE-bus\/K-bus Current Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e2 A maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSupply Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e24 V DC (-15% \/ +20%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMax. Power Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e14 W (20 W when charging UPS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e-25 to +60 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e-40 to +85 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProtection Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTwinCAT Platform Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003ePerformance (40)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e142 mm x 100 mm x 92 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e1095 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e3.00 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 #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInterface Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePhysical Port \/ Connector\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFunctional Assignment\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eLAN 1 \u0026amp; 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e2 x RJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eGigabit Ethernet (10\/100\/1000 Mbps) network interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDisplay\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e1 x DVI-I\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eSupports digital and analog video display outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eUSB\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e4 x USB 2.0 (Type A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003ePeripheral connectivity (keyboard, mouse, storage devices)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBus Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eRight-side slide contacts\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eDirect bus termination for EtherCAT (E-bus) or Bus Terminals (K-bus)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eRemovable terminal block\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 0.75rem; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e24 V DC power input connection points\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\u003ch4\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe CX5130 occupies a mid-tier position in Beckhoff's fanless embedded PC family, sitting directly above the single-core CX5120 and below the quad-core CX5140. When replacing an older generation CX5020 or CX1020, verify that your TwinCAT 3 license mapping covers Platform Level 40 (Performance). Older licenses designed for Platform Level 30 (Economy) or below cannot run on the CX5130 hardware without a license migration or upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eBecause this CPU module is strictly fanless and relies heavily on convective heat dissipation, it must be installed in a vertical orientation. Maintaining a clearance of at least 30 mm above and below the module is critical. Ambient temperature monitoring is essential; if the enclosure temperature continuously approaches the limit of +60 degC, structural cooling or active ventilation of the control panel is highly recommended to prevent automated thermal throttling of the dual-core processor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe integrated 1-second UPS does not require maintenance but requires a quality, high-write-endurance industrial CFast card to function correctly. The capacitor charge powers the unit just long enough to copy the 1 MB persistent database block from the system memory to the CFast card. Ensure that the storage card has sufficient allocated memory partition space and is not set to read-only mode, or persistent variables will fail to load on successive boots.\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; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; font-weight: bold; margin: 0 0 0.5rem 0;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING: ELECTRICAL RISK\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; margin: 0; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eAlways isolate all 24 V DC power feeds to the system before starting mounting, removal, or wiring changes. Never apply power when adding or removing adjacent I\/O expansion terminals. Electrostatic discharges or loose wire strands can bridge high-speed backplane contacts, causing irreversible damage to the CPU bus logic controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 0.75rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 24px; height: 24px; min-width: 24px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eEnsure the DIN rail (TH35-15 or TH35-7.5) is flat, securely anchored, and properly connected to the protective earth potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 0.75rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 24px; height: 24px; min-width: 24px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eMount the CX5130-0112 centrally on the DIN rail. Push down firmly until the integrated locking latch clicks securely into place.\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 0.75rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 24px; height: 24px; min-width: 24px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eSlide adjacent Bus Terminals (K-bus) or EtherCAT Terminals (E-bus) from the right-hand side, ensuring a tight mechanical connection with physical latching.\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 0.75rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 24px; height: 24px; min-width: 24px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eWire the power plug: Connect the primary 24 V DC source to the appropriate terminals. Earth ground leads must be kept as short as possible to enhance EMC shield performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; width: 24px; height: 24px; min-width: 24px; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 0.75rem;\"\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eInsert an industrial CFast card containing your configured operating system and boot project before powering on the unit.\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106425594219,"sku":"CX5130-0112","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/cx5130-0112-5foxrzttvva.png?v=1776244277","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/pt\/products\/beckhoff-cx5130-0112-cx5130-embedded-pc-cpu-module","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}