32 bit controller with integrated fieldbus and I/O interface.
Within the Beckhoff controller categories, the CX8000 is positioned between the 16 bit embedded controllers and the CX9010 embedded PCs. With microSD card as storage medium, the range is best suited for distributed intelligence and connection to the higher-level master controller takes place via an integrated fieldbus slave. To this end, the series includes six versions with interfaces for Profibus, CANopen, Profinet, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT and Ethernet. Programming and commissioning or connection to the Ethernet network takes place via an additional Ethernet interface, or can be performed via the fieldbus interface. The Embedded PC versions for Profinet, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT and Ethernet feature additional Ethernet interfaces with switch functions so a linear ‘daisy chain’ topology can be established without additional hardware to help cut costs.
Microsoft Windows CE is used as the operating system. In the absence of a monitor port, the operating system and its ‘virtual’ display can only be accessed via the network. As with all other Beckhoff devices, TwinCAT software is used for system configuration and programming of the PLC functionality.
The CX8000 device family features an integrated, capacitive 1-second UPS, which in the event of a failure of the supply voltage, provides sufficient energy for saving data. Critical data can also be preserved in a non-volatile manner without battery backup.
The embedded PC is compact and, due to its low-power 32 bit ARM processor, consumes little energy. With its flexible fieldbus interfaces, EtherCAT connectivity and comprehensive range of PLC libraries via TwinCAT PLC, the CX8000 controller series represents a powerful and versatile new controller family.
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