{"product_id":"beckhoff-cx1020-0123-cx-series-basic-cpu-module","title":"Beckhoff CX1020-0123 CX Series Basic CPU Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eExecuting complex automation tasks requiring dedicated industrial performance, the \u003cstrong\u003eBeckhoff CX1020-0123\u003c\/strong\u003e acts as the central execution engine of the modular CX control system. Driven by an \u003cstrong\u003eIntel Celeron M ULV processor\u003c\/strong\u003e operating at a stable 1 GHz clock frequency, this embedded controller delivers high-speed deterministic control and connectivity in a compact, DIN-rail mounted footprint. The unit is optimized for integrated PC-based control, featuring an execution architecture designed directly for \u003cstrong\u003eTwinCAT 2 NC I\u003c\/strong\u003e environments. Complete with dual Ethernet RJ45 ports and modular expansion interfaces, this \u003cstrong\u003eBasic CPU Module\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures seamless integration with standard Beckhoff I\/O terminals and power delivery units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntel Celeron M Processor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultra-Low Voltage (ULV) processor architecture running at 1 GHz for fanless, energy-efficient operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModular Memory Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features 256 MB of high-speed DDR RAM alongside a dedicated external Compact Flash Type I+II slot with eject mechanism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Ethernet Routing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outfitted with 2 x RJ45 10\/100 Mbit\/s ports connected via an internal switch for linear or star physical network topologies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwinCAT Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory pre-installed with Windows Embedded Standard 2009 supporting the TwinCAT 2 NC I runtime for coordinated point-to-point motion execution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible I\/O Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connects to Beckhoff E-bus or K-bus I\/O systems dynamically through compatible CX1100-xxxx series power supply modules.\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;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMulti-axis coordinated motion control and packaging machinery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCentralized plant automation systems requiring deterministic EtherCAT execution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEmbedded visualization, human-machine interface (HMI), and data gateway applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTest benches and laboratory automation setups requiring sub-millisecond task times.\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;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eValue\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; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eBeckhoff Automation\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel \/ Article Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eCX1020-0123\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProcessor Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eIntel Celeron M ULV (1 GHz, 1 Core)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMain Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e256 MB DDR RAM (expandable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFlash Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eCompact Flash Slot (128 MB CF card included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInterfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e2 x RJ45 10\/100 Mbit\/s (internal switch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDiagnostics\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003ePower, LAN link\/activity, TC status, flash access\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eExpansion Slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e1 x Compact Flash Type I + II with eject mechanism\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSystem Bus Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e16-bit ISA (PC\/104)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating System\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eWindows Embedded Standard 2009\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eControl Software\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eTwinCAT 2 NC I runtime\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eVia system bus (through external CX1100-xxxx module)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMax. Power Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e11 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e96 mm x 112 mm x 99 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e0 to +50 degC (no condensation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\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: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eVibration\/Shock Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eConforms to EN 60068-2-6 \/ EN 60068-2-27\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; 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; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e550 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; 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;\"\u003ePort \/ Interface\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFunction 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: 10px;\"\u003eLAN 1 (X101)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eRJ45 (10\/100 Mbit\/s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eIndustrial Ethernet \/ TwinCAT Real-time communication (Port 1)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eLAN 2 (X102)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eRJ45 (10\/100 Mbit\/s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eIndustrial Ethernet \/ TwinCAT Real-time communication (Port 2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eCompact Flash Slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eCF Type I+II Insert\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eSystem drive storage \/ Non-volatile registry and application file storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eSystem Bus (Right Side)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e16-Bit PC\/104 ISA\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eDirect communication and power bus link to CX1100 power supply module\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 CX1020-0123 CPU module requires a corresponding power supply module from the CX1100 series (e.g., CX1100-0001 for K-bus or CX1100-0003 for E-bus\/EtherCAT terminals) for direct bus communication. Replacing older, non-switch Ethernet CX series models requires updating system configurations within TwinCAT. Note that the memory options (256 MB vs. 1 GB) and OS variant (Windows Embedded Standard 2009 vs. Windows CE) must be matched carefully if migrating existing control programs to prevent execution faults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThis system relies on convective cooling. Horizontal mounting is strictly forbidden as it disrupts thermal airflow, leading to localized heating and automatic hardware thermal throttling. When designing control cabinets, verify that at least 30 mm of free spatial clearance is left above and below the CX module. To ensure flash memory longevity, always enable the Enhanced Write Filter (EWF) or File-Based Write Filter (FBWF) within the OS to redirect unnecessary log-writes away from the Compact Flash card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eBefore powering up the system for the first time, ensure the Compact Flash card is firmly seated with its locking mechanism closed. Do not hot-swap or eject the card while the green disk-access LED is lit, as this can result in total system drive corruption. Always complete physical bus configurations (connecting K-bus or E-bus terminals) when the entire rack is fully de-energized.\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;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color: #9b2c2c; display: block; margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; margin: 0;\"\u003eDisconnect all power sources and verify that no residual voltage remains on the system bus before installing or removing modules. Failure to de-energize the assembly can cause permanent electrical damage to the PC\/104 system bus, the main CPU, and connected I\/O terminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 15px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; min-width: 24px; height: 24px; border-radius: 50%; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 15px; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eMount the CX1020-0123 CPU module onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail (EN 60715) with vertical orientation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; min-width: 24px; height: 24px; border-radius: 50%; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 15px; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003ePush the CPU module firmly to the left along the rail to lock its integrated PC\/104 system bus connector into the adjacent CX1100 power supply module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; min-width: 24px; height: 24px; border-radius: 50%; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 15px; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eInsert the formatted Compact Flash card into the dedicated front expansion slot, ensuring it snaps securely into place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; min-width: 24px; height: 24px; border-radius: 50%; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 15px; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eConnect network and communication lines to the RJ45 interfaces, ensuring proper shield grounding on the cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BECKHOFF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53106414649707,"sku":"CX1020-0123","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/cx1020-0123-lejospwhzbu.png?v=1776244130","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/tr\/products\/beckhoff-cx1020-0123-cx-series-basic-cpu-module","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}