Beckhoff CX8190

The CX8190 is a fanless embedded controller running Windows Embedded Compact 7 with the TwinCAT 3 runtime. It has an Arm Cortex-A9 processor and provides one RJ45 10/100 Mbit/s Ethernet interface plus a bus interface switched to two RJ45 sockets. K-bus or E-bus terminals connect to it and the connected I/O type is recognised automatically at start-up.

Source checked12/12 values · 2026-10-25Beckhoff AutomationEmbedded PC
CX8190X1X22 × ETHERNETArm® Cortex®-A9, 800 MHz24 V DC (-15%/+20%)IP20CX8190 · FRONTSchematic · port count from spec
IP rating
IP20
Weight
0.23kg

Specification

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Categoryembedded pc
Ethernet ports2
ProcessorArm® Cortex®-A9, 800 MHz
Supply voltage24 V DC (-15%/+20%)
Power consumption0.004 kW
Operating temp min-25 °C
Operating temp max60 °C

Quick answers

How much does the Beckhoff CX8190 weigh?
0.23 kg, per Embedded PC with Arm® Cortex®-A9 and 2-port Ethernet switch (beckhoff.com).
What is the IP rating of the Beckhoff CX8190?
IP20, per Embedded PC with Arm® Cortex®-A9 and 2-port Ethernet switch (beckhoff.com).

Study notes

  • Product status: regular delivery, not recommended for new projects; recommended alternative is CX8290.
  • Control software is TwinCAT 3 runtime (XAR); TwinCAT 3 licenses are ordered via the TwinCAT 3 price list, and TwinCAT is supported only up to build 4024.
  • TwinCAT 3 platform level: Economy (20).
  • Main memory is 512 MB DDR3 RAM (not expandable); flash storage is a microSD slot with a 512 MB card included, optionally expandable.
  • An integrated 1-second UPS (1 MB on microSD card) is provided.
  • Interfaces: 1 x RJ45 10/100 Mbit/s and 1 x bus interface; the bus interface is 2 x RJ45 switched at 100 Mbit/s, so three RJ45 sockets in total.
  • Supported protocols include real-time Ethernet, ADS UDP/TCP and EAP (EtherCAT Automation Protocol), plus OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus TCP and Modbus RTU.
  • I/O connection is E-bus or K-bus with automatic recognition at start-up.
  • Dimensions (W x H x D) are 71 mm x 100 mm x 73 mm.
  • Current supply to E-bus/K-bus is 2 A; max power consumption of E-bus/K-bus is 10 W (5 V, max 2 A).
  • Max power consumption is 4 W, and 9 W when loading the UPS.
  • Cooling is passive; diagnostics LEDs are 1 x TC status, 1 x WD and 1 x error; an internal battery-backed clock keeps time and date, with the battery exchangeable behind the front flap.

Safety

  • Protection rating IP20.
  • Operating temperature range -25 to +60 °C; storage temperature range -40 to +85 °C.
  • Relative humidity 95%, no condensation.
  • 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.
  • Approvals/markings: CE, UL.
  • Power supply is 24 V DC (-15%/+20%).
  • Extended support for the installed operating system (Microsoft Windows Embedded Compact 7) has ended, so up-to-date security updates can no longer be provided.
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