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B&R X20EM0612
Interfaces, 1x RS485, 1x Ethernet (2-port switch)
- MPN
- X20EM0612
- Category
- Embedded PLC
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What is the B&R X20EM0612?
Intel Atom 0.8 GHz with integrated I/O processor
Ethernet, POWERLINK V2 with poll-response chaining, onboard USB and RS485
768 MB LPDDR4 SDRAM
1 GB onboard flash drive
Fanless
No battery
This compact yet powerful controller is based on Intel Atom processor technology. The fanless, battery-free design of this controller means it is completely maintenance-free.
The basic configuration includes USB, Ethernet, POWERLINK V2, RS485 and a flash drive.
Specifications
Short description
| Interfaces | 1x RS485, 1x Ethernet (2-port switch), 1x POWERLINK (V2), 2x USB, 1x X2X Link |
| System module | Controller |
General information
| Diagnostics – CPU function | Yes, using LED status indicator |
| Diagnostics – Ethernet | Yes, using LED status indicator |
| Diagnostics – I/O power supply | Yes, using software and 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 | 0.56 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 |
| B&R ID code | 0x289A |
| Cooling | Fanless |
| Status indicators | CPU function, Ethernet, POWERLINK, RS485, I/O power supply |
| Power consumption | 4.7 W (note: Without USB interface.) |
| Power consumption for X2X Link power supplyMechanical and electrical configuration" in the X20 system user's manual."> | 0.6 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: 34 W) |
| Input current | Max. 1.4 A at 24 VDC |
| Fuse | Integrated, cannot be replaced |
| Reverse polarity protection | Yes |
X2X Link power supply output
| Nominal output power | 3.5 W |
| Parallel connection | Yes (note: In parallel operation, it is only permitted to expect 75% of the nominal power. It is important to make sure that all power supply units operated in parallel are switched on and off at the same time.) |
| 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 |
Controller
| Processor – Data code | 24 kB |
| Processor – Program code | 32 kB |
| Processor – Type | Atom E3915 |
| Processor – Clock frequency | 800 MHz |
| Processor – L2 cache | 1 MB |
| Standard memory – RAM | 768 MB LPDDR4 SDRAM |
| 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 |
| Real-time clock | Retention for at least 300 hours, typ. 1000 hours at 25°C, 1 s resolution, <30 s/month accuracy at 25°C |
| Floating point unit (FPU) | Yes |
| Integrated I/O processor | Processes I/O data points in the background |
| Modular interface slots | 0 |
| Remanent variables | Max. 64 kB, retention >10 years (note: The memory size for remanent variables is configurable in Automation Studio.) |
| Shortest task class cycle time | 200 µs |
| Typical instruction cycle time | 0.0028 µs |
Interfaces
| Interface IF2 – Physical layer | 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX |
| 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 | 2x shielded RJ45 (switch) |
| Interface IF2 – Line length | Max. 100 m between 2 stations (segment length) |
| Interface IF2 – Transfer rate | 10/100 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 |
| Interface IF7 – Signal | RS485 |
| Interface IF7 – Variant | Connection via 6-pin terminal block |
| Interface IF7 – Max. distance | 1000 m |
| Interface IF7 – Transfer rate | Max. 115.2 kbit/s |
| Interface IF7 – Terminating resistor | Integrated in PLC, not switchable |
Electrical properties
| Electrical isolation | Ethernet (IF2), POWERLINK (IF3), X2X (IF6) and RS485 (IF7) isolated from each other, from other interfaces and from PLC ; I/O to PLC isolated from all interfaces; USB (IF4 and IF5) not isolated from PLC (note: The PLC power supply and USB interfaces have the same GND contact.) |
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 0.6°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 | - |
| Temperature – Storage | -40 to 70°C |
| Temperature – Transport | -40 to 70°C |
| Relative humidity – Operation | 5 to 95%, non-condensing |
| Relative humidity – Storage | 5 to 95%, non-condensing |
| Relative humidity – Transport | 5 to 95%, non-condensing |
Mechanical properties
| Dimensions – Width | 55 mm |
| Dimensions – Height | 124 mm |
| Dimensions – Depth | 92 mm |
| Note | X20 end cover plate (right) included in delivery ; 2- and 6-pin terminal block included in delivery |
| Weight | 475 g (note: The PLC was weighed with the two terminal blocks. The X20 end cover plate (right) was not included in the weighing.) |
Accessories
Optional accessories (2)
| X20ACEMTB1 | Accessory package for X20 Embedded PLC — The accessory package for X20 Embedded CPUs includes the following components:2-pin terminal block for I/O power supply6-pin terminal block… |
| 0TGF016.01 | Technology Guard — Technology Guard (MSD) with integrated flash drive, 16 GB (MLC) |
Downloads & documentation
Official documents from B&R, downloaded directly from the manufacturer.
Data sheets & manuals
CAD & dimension drawings
X20EM0612: frequently asked questions
When can X20EM0612 be shipped?
X20EM0612 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 X20EM0612 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 X20EM0612 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 X20EM0612, subject to availability and destination.
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