CX5120-0161

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The CX5120-0161 features an Intel Atom® E3815 processor at 1.20 GHz, incorporates 2 GB DDR3 RAM, and possesses a slot for CFast and microSD cards, with a 512MB microSD card included. As part of the CX Embedded PC Series by Beckhoff, it offers dual RJ45 interfaces with a power supply requirement of 24 V DC and an IP20 protection rating.

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Product Description:

The CX5120-0161 belongs to the Beckhoff CX Embedded PC family, a series of highly efficient options for industrial control and automation in a compact design. They include the Intel Atom® E3815 processor with a clock speed of 1.20 GHz.

This processor has only one core, however, it produces a reliable performance for applications that are limited to single-threaded operation and are used in embedded systems. This Embedded PC has a variety of options for storage with one CFast and one microSD card slot. It has a built-in 512MB microSD card for people to begin using as soon as they open the box. It has only 2 GB of DDR3 RAM and no expandable option but it has enough RAM for intended operations with Windows Embedded Compact 7 OS. The CX5120-0161 has an extensive array of interfaces: two 10/100/1000 Mbit/s Ethernet RJ45 ports, DVI-I output, four USB 2.0 for peripheral devices, and one configurable interface. This unit is passively cooled to eliminate moving parts minimize maintenance requirements, and operate without noise. The diagnostic capabilities are controlled by light-emitting diodes which show the power status, TC status, flash access, and bus status so that the overall condition of the system can be easily tracked.

It has an internal battery backup with calendar and time functions, and the battery is user-replaceable for added convenience. The control software options are TwinCAT 2 and TwinCAT 3 (XAR) which make it suitable for several control tasks. Boasting a power consumption of just 10W and 128 kB of NOVRAM for storing important data, the CX5120-0161 model is fueled by a 24 V DC power supply. For all industrial applications, an E-bus or K-bus with auto-detection effectively controls the I/O connections. Wake Industrial offers a one-year warranty that proves it is suitable for professional use.

Clock
Internal battery-backed clock; battery exchangeable
Control software
TwinCAT 2 and TwinCAT 3 runtime (XAR)
Cooling
Passive
CPU cores
1
Diagnostics LEDs
1×power, 1×TC status, 1×flash access, 2×bus status
Flash memory
Slot for CFast & microSD cards; includes 512 MB microSD
I/O connection
E-bus or K-bus, automatic recognition
Interfaces
2×RJ45 10/100/1000 Mbit/s, 1×DVI-I, 4×USB 2.0, 1×optional
Main memory
2 GB DDR3 RAM (non-expandable)
NVRAM
128 kB
Operating system
Windows Embedded Compact 7
Power consumption
10 W
Power supply
24 V DC (−15%/+20%)
Processor
Intel Atom E3815, 1.20 GHz
Supply current (E-bus/K-bus)
2 A

Frequently Asked Questions about CX5120-0161:

Q: What processor is used in the Beckhoff CX5120-0161 and what are its capabilities?

A: The CX5120-0161 uses an Intel Atom® E3815 processor with a clock speed of 1.20 GHz and one core, designed for reliable performance in single-threaded operations within industrial control systems.

Q: What storage options are available on the CX5120-0161?

A: This model includes one CFast slot and one microSD card slot, with a 512MB microSD card built in, providing immediate use out of the box and sufficient storage for typical applications.

Q: What type of RAM does the CX5120-0161 have and is it expandable?

A: It comes with 2GB of DDR3 RAM, which is not expandable, but adequately supports the intended operations with its Windows Embedded Compact 7 OS.

Q: What connectivity features does the CX5120-0161 offer?

A: The CX5120-0161 provides two 10/100/1000 Mbit/s Ethernet RJ45 ports, a DVI-I output, four USB 2.0 ports for peripherals, and one configurable interface for flexible connectivity.

Q: How does the CX5120-0161 handle diagnostics and system monitoring?

A: Diagnostic capabilities are facilitated through LEDs that indicate power status, TC status, flash access, and bus status, enabling easy tracking of the system's overall condition. It also includes an internal battery-backed-up clock with user-replaceable batteries for reliable timekeeping and calendar functions.


Internal Product Review

  • ‘‘The Beckhoff CX5120-0161 Embedded PC is optimized for efficient single-threaded operations with its Intel Atom E3815 processor, making it ideal for embedded systems in industrial environments. Featuring passive cooling and a variety of storage options, this PC integrates seamlessly into control tasks with minimal maintenance.’’

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