{"product_id":"beckhoff-cp7242-0000-0060-cp72xx-series-economy-panel-pc","title":"Beckhoff CP7242-0000-0060 CP72xx Series Economy Panel PC","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eEngineered for direct mounting arm integration in rugged industrial environments, the Beckhoff CP7242-0000-0060 combines a high-resolution 15-inch control display with an efficient, passively cooled industrial computer. Housed in a robust, fully enclosed aluminum chassis, this unit provides complete IP65 protection against dust and moisture ingress, eliminating the need for a separate control cabinet. The integrated processing core utilizes an Intel Celeron G3900TE dual-core processor operating at 2.3 GHz, delivering reliable control loop execution and HMI visualization performance suited for demanding automation applications. Heat dissipation is handled via an advanced passive heat sink structure augmented by an internal circulation fan that prevents localized hot spots by distributing thermal energy evenly across all housing walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\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\u003eAll-in-One Industrial Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enclosed aluminum housing designed specifically for mounting arm installation using a rotatable adapter compatible with standard Rittal and Rolec 48 mm tube systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassively Cooled Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Utilizes a specialized heat sink structure paired with an internal circulation fan to maintain safe thermal limits without external air exchange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Performance HMI:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a high-brightness 15-inch TFT display with a native 1024 x 768 resolution for precise graphical representation of control systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwinCAT Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e High performance class execution (TC2, TC3: 50) optimized for complex PLC, motion control, and high-speed data acquisition tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpandable Storage \u0026amp; Connectivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equipped with dedicated slots for a 2.5-inch SATA hard drive or SSD alongside a CFast flash card slot for flexible OS and application deployment.\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\u003eMachine-Mount Control Interfaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deployment directly at the machine frame or processing station without necessitating a protective electrical enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomotive Assembly \u0026amp; Robotic Cells:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overhead mounting for operator interfaces, allowing 360-degree rotation and convenient visibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess Control Terminals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integration with field networks in chemical or pharmaceutical environments where IP65 protection against washing or airborne particulates is mandatory.\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; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #1a365d;\"\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\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 Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eCP7242-0000-0060\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDisplay Size \u0026amp; Resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e15-inch TFT LCD, 1024 x 768 pixels\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 (CPU)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eIntel Celeron G3900TE (2.3 GHz, 2 Cores)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSystem Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e4 GB DDR4 RAM (3.5-inch Motherboard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePrimary Storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e320 GB 2.5-inch SATA Hard Disk Drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eExpansion Interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e1 x CFast Card Slot, 1 x 2.5-inch HDD\/SSD Slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEthernet Interfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e2 x 100\/1000BASE-T (1 x on-board, 1 x led out push-pull)\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 Controller\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eOn-board SATA RAID 1 Controller\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower Supply Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e24 V DC\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;\"\u003eIP65 (Full housing, dust-tight and water jet protected)\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 Temperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e0 to 45 degC (ambient)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMounting Integration\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eRotatable adapter for Rittal\/Rolec 48 mm tube from top\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTwinCAT Performance Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eTC2, TC3: 50 (Platform Level)\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;\"\u003e5.0 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; text-align: left; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #1a365d;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eConnector \/ Interface Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFunctional 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;\"\u003eEthernet Push-Pull\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e100\/1000BASE-T physical fieldbus\/network interface (IP65 rated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003e24 V DC direct terminal connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIP65 Accessory Openings\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px;\"\u003eUp to 6 IP65 connectors (4 available for customized integration)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe CP7242-0000-0060 belongs to the modular CP72xx Economy Panel PC family. When transitioning from older CP72xx assemblies, note that unit depths and heat-sink fin configurations may vary slightly based on the selected CPU configuration and motherboard standard (3.5-inch layout). Ensure that existing software licenses matching TwinCAT Platform Level 50 are transferred or updated to run seamlessly on the Intel Celeron dual-core environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eTo maintain internal components within nominal specifications, the CP7242-0000-0060 relies entirely on passive thermal exchange via its integrated heat sink structure. A \u003cstrong\u003eminimum clearance of 20 cm (7.9 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e must be strictly maintained in all directions around the PC housing to facilitate uninhibited convection airflow. Installing the PC inside an auxiliary enclosed console or close to radiant heat sources (such as heat exchangers or high-load variable frequency drives) will compromise thermal performance and may trigger automatic CPU throttling under high ambient temperatures exceeding 45 degC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eAlways verify that the rotatable mounting arm adapter is firmly seated and torqued to specifications on the 48 mm tube system before routing wiring. Conduct the installation of the push-pull IP65 industrial Ethernet connection with special attention to shielding integrity. To prevent electrical ground loops or interface degradation on the field network, run a low-impedance grounding strap directly from the PC aluminum housing to the primary system ground potential.\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; color: #9b2c2c;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eCRITICAL WARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prior to undertaking any mounting, hardware access, or installation steps, ensure all 24 V DC primary power circuits feeding the panel are fully de-energized. Verify the system is isolated using a calibrated voltage tester. Failure to properly isolate the electrical system can cause hardware failure or personal injury.\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: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eMount the rotatable adapter onto the 48 mm Rittal or Rolec mounting tube, ensuring the internal O-ring seal is properly positioned to maintain the IP65 rating.\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: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eRoute the power cable, shielded Ethernet communication cable, and any optional control interface cables through the mounting arm and into the connection bay of the PC.\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: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eSecurely tighten the IP65-rated push-pull connectors and cable glands to ensure environmental sealing of all active ports. Blank any unused entry pathways using certified IP65 sealing plugs.\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: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eEnergize the 24 V DC system power and verify the boot-up sequence, checking that the internal equalizing circulation fan is running cleanly.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106417303915,"sku":"CP7242-0000-0060","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/cp7242-0000-0060-exzegx15tuz.png?v=1776244036","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/tr\/products\/beckhoff-cp7242-0000-0060-cp72xx-series-economy-panel-pc","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}