Beckhoff Releases New Energy-Saving Panel PCs with Intel® Atom(TM) CPU

Beckhoff Automation LLC
12204 Nicollet Ave., S.
Minneapolis, MN, 55337, USA

Multi-functional and compact Panel PC for complex automation tasks is designed for reduced energy consumption

MINNEAPOLIS,- In order to provide a wider range of energy-efficient industrial displays with powerful processors, Beckhoff has released the new CP77xx series Panel PCs. With the CP77xx series, Beckhoff extends its Panel PC family with another high-performance variant that features Intel® Atom(TM) processors. The solid state CP77xx Panel PCs are ideally suited for mid-range control platforms and as HMI units for machine builders and plant engineering applications.

Integrating the 1.1 or 1.6 GHz Intel® Atom into a Beckhoff Control Panel turns the rugged IP65 display device into a powerful, multi-tasking Panel PC with a slim housing design. The CP77xx has a very low housing depth between 1.1-in and 1.8-in (28 and 45 mm), depending on the screen size. The CPU is integrated into a slim format Control Panel housing and can be equipped with a 6.5, 12, 15 or 19" display screen. Therefore, users are offered a mid-range automation and display device containing no rotating parts, even in the compact 6.5" format. The user benefits not only from the slim housing design paired with high computing power, but also from significant energy savings due to the low power consumption of the Atom(TM) CPU.

The CP77xx is equipped with a Compact Flash card, which is easily accessible under a cover in the back of the panel. The Panel PC comes with two RJ 45 Ethernet connections and an RS232 interface in the rear of the panel as standard. A 2-port USB interface is available as an option.

For additional information: www.beckhoff.com/CP77xx

Beckhoff Automation provides advanced, open automation products based upon proven technologies so that customers can implement high performance control systems faster and at a lower overall cost than traditional PLC and motion control systems. Beckhoff's "New Automation Technology" product range includes PC based control, industrial PCs, automation controllers, operator interface, I/O, servo drives and motors. With representation in more than 60 countries, Beckhoff is well positioned to provide global sales and service to its customers. Sales and service are handled directly, with no intermediaries involved to provide faster response and improved communications.

Please send readers' questions regarding "Beckhoff CP77xx Panels with Intel® Atom(TM)" to:

Beckhoff Automation LLC

12150 Nicollet Ave. S

Burnsville, MN 55337

Phone: 952-890-0000

Fax: 952-890-2888

e-mail: beckhoff.usa@beckhoff.com

www.beckhoffautomation.com