The CX82xx Embedded PC series from Beckhoff uses an ARM Cortex A53 processor architecture with two cores, designed to offer more computing power for ultra-compact controls. Released at the same time, the CX9240 features the four-core version of this processor and is even more powerful. The CX82xx series measures 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. The CX82xx Embedded PC series is a development of the existing CX81xx series. The 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 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 series includes CX8200 with Gbit interface; CX8210 with Gbit and EtherCAT slave interface; CX8280 with Gbit and RS-232/RS-485 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 higher data transfer rates. With 2 GB LPDDR4 RAM, the main memory has also doubled compared to the predecessor device.
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