The new CX82xx Embedded PC series from Beckhoff uses a modern ARM Cortex™ A53 processor architecture with two cores, offering more computing power for ultra-compact controls. Released at the same time, the CX9240 features the 4-core version of this processor and is even more powerful. The increased power in these microcontrollers does not come at a cost in terms of size. The CX82xx series measures just 71 mm x 100 mm x 73 mm (W x H x D), while the CX9240 is only slightly larger at 84 mm x 100 mm x 91 mm (W x H x D).

The CX82xx Embedded PC series is a further development of the existing CX81xx series and combines higher computing power with a compact format for a wide range of automation tasks. The fast ARM Cortex™ A53 processor offers a 64-bit architecture, higher clock frequency of 1.2 GHz and two CPU cores available in an ultra-compact format. This advanced CPU with the same low power consumption expands the range of application options. In addition, the series features a 1 Gbit Ethernet interface and double 1 GB LPDDR4 RAM for main memory. Currently, the CX82xx Embedded PC series includes the following devices:

• CX8200 with Gbit interface
• CX8210 with Gbit and EtherCAT slave interface
• CX8280 with Gbit and RS232/RS485 interface
• CX8290 with Gbit interface and second, switched Ethernet port for various protocols including EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, and BACnet

The CX9240 Embedded PC represents a further development of the CX9020 and also has a 1.2 GHz ARM Cortex™ A53 CPU. The more powerful processor with four cores is used here. The CX9240 features two independent 1 Gbit Ethernet interfaces, which enable significantly higher data transfer rates. With 2 GB LPDDR4 RAM, the main memory has also doubled compared to the predecessor device to handle even more complex automation and control tasks in a microcontroller format.

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