Product Description:

The C3340-0010 is a panel PC produced by Beckhoff within the C3 Panel PC Units series. In automated plants, this computer supplies the visualization screen and simultaneously executes control algorithms, allowing one device to replace a separate HMI panel and PLC. Its form factor is intended for direct installation in standard equipment racks, so integration into existing enclosures requires no custom cutouts. By centralizing processing and display tasks, the PC simplifies wiring runs and reduces the amount of cabinet space required. This arrangement also keeps local control and operator display functions in the same enclosure.

The mechanical outline follows rack conventions: the front panel spans 482.7 mm in width and 355 mm in height, while a depth of 282 mm leaves clearance for airflow behind the chassis. The bezel is sealed to IP65, which helps protect the front of the unit against dust and low-pressure water jets. For power planning, the device draws 100 W at full load, which helps keep heat dissipation modest inside the cabinet. Network connectivity is provided by a single RJ-45 socket, listed as 1 Ethernet port. Five field power lines terminate on plug-in connectors and accept conductors down to 1.5 mm². When installed, the unit occupies a standard 19 in rack width, matching common slide rails and rack hardware.

Inside the enclosure, 7 motherboard slots are available for PCIe, fieldbus, or motion control cards, allowing the PC to be adapted to different application needs. External peripherals connect through 4 USB ports, and two serial interfaces remain available for legacy drives or barcode scanners. A single parallel port supports older printers, and one VGA socket can drive an auxiliary monitor during setup or service. The rear housing carries an IP20 rating, so it should be installed behind a cabinet door or in another protected enclosure. Despite its steel frame, the unit has a total mass of 18.5 kg, which keeps handling straightforward during installation or removal.