Beckhoff CX5130

The CX5130 is a fanless Embedded PC with an Intel Atom E3827 dual-core processor running at 1.75 GHz and 4 GB of DDR3 RAM. It provides two Gigabit Ethernet ports, one DVI-I output and four USB 2.0 ports, plus a slot for an optional factory-fitted interface. With a TwinCAT runtime installed it executes PLC, PLC/motion control and interpolating motion control projects, and it connects to I/O through E-bus or K-bus terminals.

Source checked11/11 values · 2026-10-25Beckhoff AutomationEmbedded PC
CX5130X1X22 × ETHERNETIntel Atom® E3827, 1.75 GHz24 V DC (-15%/+20%)IP20CX5130 · FRONTSchematic · port count from spec
IP rating
IP20
Weight
1.095kg

Specification

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Categoryembedded pc
Ethernet ports2
ProcessorIntel Atom® E3827, 1.75 GHz
Supply voltage24 V DC (-15%/+20%)
Power consumption0.014 kW
Operating temp min-25 °C
Operating temp max60 °C

Quick answers

How much does the Beckhoff CX5130 weigh?
1.095 kg, per Embedded PC with Intel Atom® E3827 (beckhoff.com).
What is the IP rating of the Beckhoff CX5130?
IP20, per Embedded PC with Intel Atom® E3827 (beckhoff.com).

Study notes

  • Flash storage is not included: the unit has a slot for a CFast card and a microSD card.
  • Memory card minimum capacity is 20 GB for Windows Embedded Compact 7 and TwinCAT/BSD, and 40 GB for Windows Embedded Standard 7 and Windows 10 IoT Enterprise.
  • Main memory of 4 GB DDR3 RAM is not expandable.
  • Cooling is passive; diagnostics LEDs cover power, TC status, flash access and bus status.
  • The internal clock for time and date is battery-backed and the battery is exchangeable.
  • Control software is TwinCAT 2 runtime or TwinCAT 3 runtime (XAR); TwinCAT 3 platform level is Performance (40).
  • I/O connection is E-bus or K-bus with automatic recognition; E-bus/K-bus current supply is 2 A.
  • Max. power consumption is 20 W when the integrated 1-second UPS is being loaded.
  • Dimensions are 142 mm x 100 mm x 92 mm (W x H x D).
  • Optional interfaces include EtherCAT master/slave, PROFIBUS master/slave, CANopen master/slave, PROFINET RT controller/device, RS232, RS485, RS422, DVI-D, DisplayPort and audio.
  • Product status is regular delivery, not recommended for new projects; the recommended alternative is CX5330.
  • Windows Embedded Compact 7 only supports one CPU core; with Windows 10 IoT Enterprise 2019 LTSC 32-bit only 4 GB RAM can be used.

Safety

  • Protection rating is IP20.
  • Operating temperature range is -25 to +60 °C; storage temperature range is -40 to +85 °C; relative humidity 95%, no condensation.
  • Approvals/markings: CE, UL, DNV; with the CX2900-0107 ordering option also ATEX, IECEx, cFMus and CCC.
  • For use in hazardous areas the CX2900-0107 device modification is mandatory for zone 2/22 or Class I, Div. 2; it includes a mounting bracket for mechanical locking of the connectors.
  • Ex marking with ATEX: II 3G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc. IECEx: Ex ec IIC T4 Gc. cFMus: Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D; Class I, Zone 2, AEx ec IIC T4 Gc.
  • Vibration/shock resistance conforms to EN 60068-2-6/EN 60068-2-27; EMC immunity/emission conforms to EN 61000-6-2/EN 61000-6-4.
  • The manufacturer states that the device documentation for use in hazardous areas must be read carefully.
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