
What is the B&R X20cCP1684?
This controller is based on Intel Atom processor technology and used for applications with the highest performance requirements. It rounds off the top end of the X20 controller product family.
The basic configuration includes USB, Ethernet, POWERLINK V2 and removable CompactFlash. The standard Ethernet interface supports gigabit communication. For even more real-time network performance, the onboard POWERLINK interface supports poll-response chaining mode (PRC).
In addition, 1 slot can be used for additional interface modules to increase flexibility.
Specifications
Short description
| Interfaces | 1x RS232, 1x Ethernet, 1x POWERLINK (V2), 2x USB, 1x X2X Link |
| System module | Controller |
General information
| Diagnostics – Battery | Yes, using LED status indicator and software |
| Diagnostics – CPU function | Yes, using LED status indicator |
| Diagnostics – CompactFlash | Yes, using LED status indicator |
| Diagnostics – Ethernet | Yes, using LED status indicator |
| Diagnostics – POWERLINK | Yes, using LED status indicator |
| Diagnostics – Temperature | Yes, using software register |
| Support – Controller redundancy | No |
| Support – Storage health data support | Yes |
| Support – ACOPOS support | Yes |
| Support – Visual Components support | Yes |
| Support – Multicore support | No |
| Power consumptionMechanical and electrical configuration" in the X20 System user's manual."> – Internal I/O | 0.6 W (note: The specified values are maximum values. For examples of the exact calculation, see section) |
| Certifications – CE | Yes |
| Certifications – UKCA | Yes |
| Certifications – CRA (Cyber Resilience Act) | In preparation |
| Certifications – ATEX | Zone 2, II 3G Ex nA nC IIA T5 Gc; IP20, Ta (see X20 user's manual); FTZÚ 09 ATEX 0083X |
| Certifications – UL | cULus E115267; Industrial control equipment |
| Certifications – HazLoc | cCSAus 244665; Process control equipment; for hazardous locations; Class I, Division 2, Groups ABCD, T5 |
| Certifications – DNV | Temperature: B (0 to 55°C); Humidity: B (up to 100%); Vibration: B (4 g); EMC: B (bridge and open deck) |
| Certifications – LR | ENV2 |
| Certifications – KR | Yes |
| Certifications – ABS | Yes |
| Certifications – BV | EC33B ; Temperature: 5 - 55°C; Vibration: 4 g; EMC: Bridge and open deck |
| B&R ID code | 0x2F42 |
| Cooling | Fanless |
| Status indicators | CPU function, Ethernet, POWERLINK, CompactFlash, battery |
| Power consumption without interface module and USB | 6.9 W |
| Power consumption for X2X Link power supplyMechanical and electrical configuration" in the X20 System user's manual."> | 1.42 W (note: The specified values are maximum values. For examples of the exact calculation, see section) |
| Additional power dissipation caused by actuators (resistive) [W] | - |
CPU and X2X Link power supply
| Input voltage | 24 VDC -20% / +25%; (nominal voltage: 24 VDC); (max. input power at nominal voltage: 36 W) |
| Input current | Max. 1.5 A at 24 VDC |
| Fuse | Integrated, cannot be replaced |
| Reverse polarity protection | Yes |
X2X Link power supply output
| Nominal output power | 7 W (note: For operation above 55°C, derating of the nominal output power of the X2X Link power supply to 5 W must be observed.) |
| Parallel connection | Yes (note: In parallel operation, it is only permitted to expect 75% of the nominal power. It is important to ensure that all power supply units operated in parallel are switched on and off simultaneously.) |
| Redundant operation | Yes |
Input I/O power supply
| Input voltage | 24 VDC -15% / +20%; (nominal voltage: 24 VDC); (max. input power at nominal voltage: 240 W) |
| Fuse | Required line fuse: Max. 10 A slow-blow |
Output I/O power supply
| Nominal output voltage | 24 VDC |
| Permissible contact load | 10 A |
Power supply - General information
| Diagnostics – RS232 data transfer | Yes, using LED status indicator |
| Diagnostics – Module run/error | Yes, using LED status indicator and software |
| Diagnostics – Overload | Yes, using LED status indicator and software |
| Electrical isolation – I/O supply - I/O power supply | No |
| Electrical isolation – CPU/X2X Link supply - CPU/X2X Link power supply | Yes |
| Status indicators | Overload, operating status, module status, RS232 data transfer |
Controller
| Processor – Data code | 24 kB |
| Processor – Program code | 32 kB |
| Processor – Type | Atom E3915 |
| Processor – Clock frequency | 400 MHz (compatible). |
| Processor – L2 cache | 1 MB |
| Data buffering – Battery monitoring | Yes |
| Data buffering – Lithium battery | During operation: 4 years; PLC switched off: Min. 2 years at 23°C ambient temperature |
| Standard memory – RAM | 512 MB LPDDR4 SDRAM |
| Standard memory – User RAM | 1 MB SRAM (note: 1 MB SRAM minus the configured remanent variables.) |
| Application memory – Guaranteed | 40 TB |
| Application memory – Results for 5 years | 21.9 GB/day |
| Application memory – Type | 1 GB eMMC flash memory |
| Application memory – Data retention | 10 years |
| Application memory – Guaranteed erase/write cycles | 20,000 |
| Application memory – Error-correcting code (ECC) | Yes |
| CompactFlash slot | 1 |
| Real-time clock | Nonvolatile, resolution 1 s, -20 to 20 ppm accuracy at 25°C |
| Floating point unit (FPU) | Yes |
| Integrated I/O processor | Processes I/O data points in the background |
| Modular interface slots | 1 |
| Remanent variables | Max. 512 kB (note: The memory size for remanent variables is configurable in Automation Studio.) |
| Shortest task class cycle time | 400 µs |
| Typical instruction cycle time | 0.0044 µs |
Interfaces
| Interface IF1 – Signal | RS232 |
| Interface IF1 – Variant | Connection via 12-pin terminal block X20TB12 |
| Interface IF1 – Max. distance | 900 m |
| Interface IF1 – Transfer rate | Max. 115.2 kbit/s |
| Interface IF2 – Physical layer | 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T |
| Interface IF2 – Half-duplex | Yes |
| Interface IF2 – Full-duplex | Yes |
| Interface IF2 – Autonegotiation | Yes |
| Interface IF2 – Auto-MDI/MDIX | Yes |
| Interface IF2 – Signal | Ethernet |
| Interface IF2 – Variant | 1x RJ45 shielded |
| Interface IF2 – Line length | Max. 100 m between 2 stations (segment length) |
| Interface IF2 – Transfer rate | 10/100/1000 Mbit/s |
| Interface IF3 – Physical layer | 100BASE-TX |
| Interface IF3 – Half-duplex | Yes |
| Interface IF3 – Full-duplex | POWERLINK mode: No / Ethernet mode: Yes |
| Interface IF3 – Autonegotiation | Yes |
| Interface IF3 – Auto-MDI/MDIX | Yes |
| Interface IF3 – Fieldbus | POWERLINK (V2) managing or controlled node |
| Interface IF3 – Type | Type 4Communication / POWERLINK / General information / Hardware - IF/LS" in Automation Help."> (note: For additional information, see section) |
| Interface IF3 – Variant | 1x RJ45 shielded |
| Interface IF3 – Line length | Max. 100 m between 2 stations (segment length) |
| Interface IF3 – Transfer rate | 100 Mbit/s |
| Interface IF4 – Type | USB 1.1/2.0 |
| Interface IF4 – Variant | Type A |
| Interface IF4 – Max. output current | 0.5 A |
| Interface IF5 – Type | USB 1.1/2.0 |
| Interface IF5 – Variant | Type A |
| Interface IF5 – Max. output current | 0.5 A |
| Interface IF6 – Fieldbus | X2X Link master |
Electrical properties
| Electrical isolation | Ethernet (IF2), POWERLINK (IF3) and X2X (IF6) isolated from each other, from other interfaces and from PLC |
Operating conditions
| Mounting orientation – Horizontal | Yes |
| Mounting orientation – Vertical | Yes |
| Installation elevation above sea level – 0 to 2000 m | No limitation |
| Installation elevation above sea level – >2000 m | Reduction of ambient temperature by 0.5°C per 100 m |
| Degree of protection per EN 60529 | IP20 |
Ambient conditions
| Temperature – Horizontal mounting orientation | -25 to 60°C |
| Temperature – Vertical mounting orientation | -25 to 50°C |
| Temperature – Derating | See section "Derating". |
| Temperature – Storage | -40 to 70°C |
| Temperature – Transport | -40 to 70°C |
| Relative humidity – Operation | Up to 100%, condensing |
| Relative humidity – Storage | 5 to 95%, non-condensing |
| Relative humidity – Transport | 5 to 95%, non-condensing |
Mechanical properties
| Dimensions – Width | 150 mm |
| Dimensions – Height | 99 mm |
| Dimensions – Depth | 85 mm |
| Note | Order application memory (CompactFlash) separately ; Backup battery included in delivery ; X20 end cover plate (right) included in delivery ; 12-pin X20 terminal block included in delivery ; Interface module slot covers included in delivery |
| Weight | 480 g (note: The PLC was weighed with the battery and terminal block X20TB12. The CompactFlash card, interface module slot cover and X20 end cover plate (right) were not included in the weighing.) |
Accessories
Optional accessories (10)
| 4A0006.00-000 | Batteries — Lithium battery, 3 V / 950 mAh, button cell |
| X20AC0SR1 | Locking plates — X20 end cover plate, right |
| X20TB12 | Terminal blocks — Tool-free wiring with push-in technology; Simple wire release using lever; Ability to label each terminal; Plain text labeling also possibl… |
| 0AC201.91 | Batteries — Lithium batteries 4 pcs., 3 V / 950 mAh button cell |
| 0CFCRD.8192E.02 | CompactFlash cards — CompactFlash 8 GB extended temp. |
| 0CFCRD.4096E.02 | CompactFlash cards — CompactFlash 4096 MB extended temp. |
| 0CFCRD.2048E.02 | CompactFlash cards — CompactFlash 2048 MB extended temp. |
| 0CFCRD.1024E.02 | CompactFlash cards — CompactFlash 1024 MB extended temp. |
| 0CFCRD.0512E.02 | CompactFlash cards — CompactFlash 512 MB extended temp. |
| 0CFCRD.016GE.02 | CompactFlash cards — CompactFlash 16 GB extended temp. |
Downloads & documentation
Official documents from B&R, downloaded directly from the manufacturer.
Data sheets & manuals
CAD & dimension drawings
Certificates (6)
- 2226379 CSA Certificate of Compliance X20 X67
- 64331_A1 BV Certificate of Compliance X20
- ABS Certificate of Product Design Assessment - X20 IO Series
- EU Data Act - X20 PLC - Connected Product Information Notice
- KR Type Approval Certificate MIL39390-AC003 (X20 System)
- TAA00000BJ DNV Type Approval Certificate X20
X20cCP1684: frequently asked questions
When can X20cCP1684 be shipped?
X20cCP1684 is sourced on request — request a quote and we'll confirm the exact availability and shipping timeline for this specific unit.
Can I pick up X20cCP1684 in person?
Local pickup from our Groningen, Netherlands warehouse may be possible — contact us before ordering to check availability and arrange a collection time.
Is express delivery available?
Yes — mention it when you request a quote for X20cCP1684 and we'll include express shipping options in our reply.
My factory is down and I need this urgently — can you help?
For a critical breakdown, contact us directly at +31 (0)50-7110348 or sales@partnerplc.com — we can look into same-day courier or dedicated taxi/hotshot delivery for X20cCP1684, subject to availability and destination.
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