Category: Beckhoff

The CX2043 is a modularly expandable Embedded PC for DIN rail mounting and has an AMD Ryzen™ V1807B CPU with a clock

speed of 3.35 GHz and four cores. The power supply unit required for operation enables the direct use and connection of all

Beckhoff I/O components to this CPU module.

The TwinCAT automation software turns the CX2043 system into a high-performance PLC and motion control system that can be

used with or without visualization. Both TwinCAT 2 in 32-bit mode and the latest TwinCAT 3 version in 64-bit mode are supported.

Continuing support for TwinCAT 2 by the CX2033 and CX2043 guarantees investment protection for projects and systems that were

or will be created with this 32-bit generation.

The devices from the CX20x3 series are characterized by outstanding real-time characteristics under the highest computing loads.

This enables deterministic processing with short cycle times on the individual cores of the CPUs.

The basic equipment of the hardware includes two independent Gbit-Ethernet interfaces, four USB 3.2 Gen. 2 ports, one DVI-D

interface and a multi-option interface that can be equipped ex factory with a flexible choice of further interfaces (e.g., serial port,

fieldbus, or second video connection).

The CX2033 is a modularly expandable Embedded PC for DIN rail mounting and has an AMD Ryzen™ V1202B CPU with a clock

speed of 2.3 GHz and two cores. The power supply unit required for operation enables the direct use and connection of all Beckhoff

I/O components to this CPU module.

The TwinCAT automation software turns the CX2033 system into a high-performance PLC and motion control system that can be

used with or without visualization. Both TwinCAT 2 in 32-bit mode and the latest TwinCAT 3 version in 64-bit mode are supported.

Continuing support for TwinCAT 2 by the CX2033 and CX2043 guarantees investment protection for projects and systems that were

or will be created with this 32-bit generation.

The devices from the CX20x3 series are characterized by outstanding real-time characteristics under the highest computing loads.

This enables deterministic processing with short cycle times on the individual cores of the CPUs.

The basic equipment of the hardware includes two independent Gbit-Ethernet interfaces, four USB 3.2 Gen. 2 ports, one DVI-D

interface, and a multi-option interface that can be equipped ex factory with a flexible choice of further interfaces (e.g., serial port,

fieldbus, or second video connection).

The internal RAM size is 8 GB; up to 16 GB are also optionally possible. The controller boots from the CFast card and has an internal

128 kB NOVRAM for use as a persistent data memory.

The CX2033 is fanless and has no rotating components. Cooling takes place by passive thermal convection.

Other components from the CX2000 family can be connected via the multi-pin terminals on either side. Up to four modules of the

type CX2500-xxxx can be connected on the left side of the basic CPU module. The connection order is irrelevant. Internally, the

modules are connected via PCI Express® and can be plugged to the CPU in the field.

Modules of the type CX2550 (e.g., hard disks/SSD modules) and a power supply unit of the type CX2100-xxxx can be connected on

the right. The power supply unit supplies power to the entire system of CPU module and all plugged optional components. All

Beckhoff EL and KL terminals can be connected directly to the power supply unit. A compact unit comprising controller and I/O

level is thus created on the DIN rail.

The extended operating temperature range from -25°C to +60°C enables the CX2033 to be used under climatically challenging conditions.

PLC, Motion Control, interpolation, and visualization

As an Industrial PC on the DIN rail, the CX20x3 has the functionality of large Industrial PCs in interaction with TwinCAT. Multi-core CPUs in conjunction with TwinCAT 3 enable PLC projects to be distributed to several cores, resulting in significant performance gains. Likewise, all TwinCAT Motion Control functions can be used to the full: In theory, up to 256 axes can be controlled and more complex multi-axis functions such as electronic gearing, cam plate, and flying saw are possible in addition to simple point-to-point movements. Due to the powerful CPUs, the CX20x3 can also execute interpolating 3D path movements and complex axis kinematics.

With the CX20x3 series, particular importance was also attached to the continuation of support for (32-bit) TwinCAT 2; however, an upgrade to the more modern (64-bit) TwinCAT 3 is possible at any time with this device series.

With both TwinCAT 2 and TwinCAT 3. the management in the TwinCAT real-time core ensures that sufficient time remains for the user interface (HMI) in addition to the control tasks executed in real-time. The high performance of the graphics kernel integrated in the CPU enables demanding visualizations with advanced user interfaces to be realized.

The CX20x3 series is also available as an Embedded PC without operating system and without TwinCAT.

The extended operating temperature range from -25 to +60°C enables use under climatically challenging conditions.

EtherCAT as a fast I/O system

The Embedded PCs were developed with a view to optimized interaction with EtherCAT. Therefore, each CX2000 controller has an internal primary EtherCAT port that can be fed to the right to the I/O level and enables the use of EtherCAT I/O terminals, but can also automatically switch to the K-bus terminal system if necessary.

Both Ethernet ports of the basic CPU module can be used both for standard IT connections and as additional primary EtherCAT interfaces. In conjunction with EtherCAT and TwinCAT, it is possible to implement very fast control processes in the microsecond range (eXtreme Fast Control Technology).

Due to the separate Gigabit-Ethernet interfaces it is also possible to use EtherCAT with cable redundancy by using one of the Ethernet interfaces as a redundancy port. In addition, the devices can be operated with a secondary EtherCAT interface in the multi-option interface so that several intelligent controllers can be synchronized via an EtherCAT network.

The basic equipment of the CPU modules includes two independent Gbit-Ethernet interfaces, four USB 3.2 Gen. 2 ports, one DVI-D interface, and a multi-option interface that can be equipped ex factory with a flexible choice of further interfaces (e.g., serial port, fieldbus, or second video connection).

The entire CX2000 series is designed for modular expandability. A functional minimum configuration consists of a basic CPU module and a (CX2100-0xxx) power supply unit with an integrated I/O interface, to which the entire portfolio of K-bus terminals or EtherCAT Terminals can be directly connected. Further components from the CX2000 family can be connected via the multi-pin connectors on both sides of the basic CPU module. The individual system components are series-connectable modules with a width of 22 mm or a multiple of 22 mm.

For power supply components there is a choice between electrically isolated and unisolated power supply units, and various power categories (Watt). All power supply units feature an illuminated anti-glare LC display with two rows of 16 characters each for displaying status messages. The application programs can also use the display for displaying application-specific texts.

Powerful multi-core controller with AMD Ryzen™ V1000

The CX2033 and CX2043 Embedded PCs are DIN rail mountable controllers from the CX2000 family based on AMD Ryzen™ CPUs.

The CX2033 has an AMD Ryzen™ V1202B CPU with a clock speed of 2.3 GHz and two cores, while the CX2043 has an AMD Ryzen™ V1807B CPU with a clock speed of 3.35 GHz and four cores.

The main features of this CX20x3 series are:

• high multi-core CPU performance

• high 2D/3D graphic performance of the AMD GPU integrated in the CPU

• comfortable 8 GB RAM (expandable)

• outstanding real-time characteristics (low latency and jitter)

• modern 32-bit or 64-bit operating systems

• full support for TwinCAT 2 and TwinCAT 3

• mechanical and electronic compatibility with existing CX2000 modules and components

The CX5630 is an Embedded PC based on the AMD Ryzen™ R1505G processor with a clock speed of 2.0 GHz (dual-core) and 8 GB

DDR4-RAM. The basic equipment includes two independent, 1.0 Gbit-capable Ethernet interfaces as well as four USB 3.0 and one

DVI-D interface. A replaceable, industry-standard M.2 SSD (SATA) is used as the boot and storage medium, enabling even faster

read and write access and large-volume data handling. The M.2 SSD is easily accessible behind a flap to enable rapid hardware

replacement in case of service, even on site.

A wide range of additional connection options or gateway functions are available thanks to the optional interface and I/O level,

which can consist of either E-bus or K-bus terminals and can be fitted ex factory. In addition, a system module or fieldbus module

from the CX2000 series can be plugged in via the high-pole connection on the left-hand side of the device. Although the total

number of plug-in modules of the type CX2500-xxxx is limited to one with the CX5600 series, it is possible in this way, for example,

to implement two further Gbit Ethernet interfaces or four further USB interfaces or a further fieldbus interface. Furthermore, the

CX5630 is characterized by an internally electrically isolated power supply unit, built-in 1-second UPS, low power consumption and

fanless cooling.

The TwinCAT automation software turns the CX5630 system into a high-performance PLC and motion control system that can be

used with or without visualization. Both TwinCAT 2 in 32-bit mode and the latest TwinCAT 3 version in 64-bit mode are supported.

Continuing support for TwinCAT 2 guarantees investment protection for projects and systems that were or will be created with this

32-bit generation. The extended operating temperature range from -25°C to +60°C allows use in climatically demanding

applications.

The CX5620 is an Embedded PC based on the AMD Ryzen™ R1102G processor with a clock speed of 1.2 GHz (dual-core) and 4 GB

DDR4-RAM. The basic equipment includes two independent, 1.0 Gbit-capable Ethernet interfaces as well as four USB 3.0 and one

DVI-D interface. A replaceable, industry-standard M.2 SSD (SATA) is used as the boot and storage medium, enabling even faster

read and write access and large-volume data handling. The M.2 SSD is easily accessible behind a flap to enable rapid hardware

replacement in case of service, even on site.

A wide range of additional connection options or gateway functions are available thanks to the optional interface and I/O level,

which can consist of either E-bus or K-bus terminals and can be fitted ex factory. In addition, a system module or fieldbus module

from the CX2000 series can be plugged in via the high-pole connection on the left-hand side of the device. Although the total

number of plug-in modules of the type CX2500-xxxx is limited to one with the CX5600 series, it is possible in this way, for example,

to implement two further Gbit Ethernet interfaces or four further USB interfaces or a further fieldbus interface. Furthermore, the

CX5620 is characterized by an internally electrically isolated power supply unit, built-in 1-second UPS, low power consumption and

fanless cooling.

The TwinCAT automation software turns the CX5620 system into a high-performance PLC and motion control system that can be

used with or without visualization. Both TwinCAT 2 in 32-bit mode and the latest TwinCAT 3 version in 64-bit mode are supported.

Continuing support for TwinCAT 2 guarantees investment protection for projects and systems that were or will be created with this

32-bit generation. The extended operating temperature range from -25°C to +60°C allows use in climatically demanding

applications.

PLC, motion control, interpolation, and visualization

Multi-core CPUs in conjunction with TwinCAT 3 enable PLC projects to be distributed to several cores, resulting in significant performance gains. Likewise, all TwinCAT Motion Control functions can be used to the full: in addition to simple point-to-point movements, more complex multi-axis functions such as electronic gearing, cam plate and flying saw are possible. Interpolating 3D path movements and complex axis kinematics are also executable, however, the transition to more powerful devices from the CX2000 series must be checked in the individual case here.

With the CX5600 series, particular importance was also attached to the continuation of support for TwinCAT 2 (32 bit); an upgrade to the more modern TwinCAT 3 (64 bit) is however possible at any time with this device series. With both TwinCAT 2 and TwinCAT 3. the management in the TwinCAT real-time kernel ensures that sufficient time remains for the user interface (HMI) in addition to the control tasks run in real-time. The high performance of the graphics kernel integrated in the CPU enables demanding visualizations with advanced user interfaces to be realized.

The CX5600 series is also available as an Embedded PC without operating system and without TwinCAT. The extended operating temperature range from -25°C to +60°C enables use under climatically challenging conditions.