Product Description:

B&R Automation manufactured the 5AC700.HS01-03 addon module as part of the 5AC CNC Addon Modules series. This board-level component installs in a 5AC control rack to extend motion or process control resources in industrial CNC cells, where it interfaces with the main processor and fieldbus networks to deliver additional computing capacity and I/O channels. It occupies a single backplane slot and functions as a closed, replaceable unit, allowing operators to scale system performance without modifying the fundamental controller design.

The mechanical envelope aids cabinet layout; the module measures 12.8 mm in depth, providing a slim profile that leaves airflow paths unobstructed inside densely populated enclosures. Its vertical dimension reaches 208 mm in height, which aligns with standard 19-inch sub-rack clearances, while the horizontal span of 205 mm in width matches adjacent slot spacing to permit edge-to-edge card stacking without interference. At 1450 g the assembly adds minimal mass to slide-in carriers, easing manual insertion and extraction during maintenance. Processing tasks are executed by circuitry capable of 1600 MHz supported CPU speed, allowing deterministic handling of interpolation, axis supervision, and background diagnostics required by modern CNC tool paths.

Structural attributes complement those physical dimensions. An enclosure and stiffener made from Aluminum provide heat conduction away from power components while keeping electromagnetic emissions low. The computing core belongs to the Atom CPU family, so instruction sets remain consistent with x86 embedded platforms used throughout the 5AC architecture. External faces receive a Black-Coated surface finish that protects against oxidation and offers electrical isolation from neighboring modules. These material and processing features let the module withstand continuous cabinet temperatures and vibration common to multi-axis machining centers without demanding additional cooling hardware.