Product Description

Industrial automation and control applications are the target market for Beckhoff's CX5140-0130 / 4GB which is a high-performance embedded PC. This model is equipped with an Intel Atom E3845 CPU which operates at 1.91 GHz with four-core processors which enables efficient multi-core computing capabilities. The 4 GB DDR3 RAM, however non-expandable which maintains seamless performance for diverse applications. The system module belongs to Beckhoff’s top CX5000 series with a small design and passive cooling feature that makes it an ideal alternative for environments requiring less noise and maintenance.

A distinctive characteristic of the CX5140-0130 / 4GB is its built-in 1-second UPS with 1 MB of storage on the CFast card. This CPU module has slots for both CFast and microSD cards but the cards are not provided which enables industry owners to tailor their memory choices according to their unique requirements. The interfaces include two RJ45 Ethernet ports supporting speeds of 10/100/1000 Mbit/s, a DVI-I connector, and four USB 2.0 ports following an optional interface for further expandability.

The computing device operates on Windows Embedded Standard 7 P, 64-bit and is compatible with TwinCAT 2 and 3 runtime (XAR) environments which facilitate efficient motion control and PLC applications. It accommodates E-bus or K-bus connections that provide automated identification of the associated bus system. This quad-core PC operates on a 24 V DC power source and consumes 16 W which assures energy efficiency in the long run. Weighing around 1095 g, it is quite lightweight given its substantial features. The integrated battery-supported internal clock allows accurate timekeeping, even during power failures which makes it very dependable for essential automation functions.