New Compact IPC Features 12 to 30 V DC Wide-Voltage Operation

Press Release Summary:

• BL2 BPC 1500 includes two serial ports, WLAN 802.11 and TPM 2.0 encryption support
• Features 32 GB eMMC internal mass storage and DIN rail mounting
• Ideal for IIoT applications such as edge/fog computing or decentralized data collection and processing

Original Press Release:

Compact IPC for Edge Computing

Small BL2 BPC 1500 designed for entry-level IIoT applications

Middletown, Pa. – The BL2 BPC 1500 from Phoenix Contact is a compact industrial PC (IPC) for rugged environments with limited space. This box IPC is designed for entry-level automation, small machine control, and IIoT applications such as edge/fog computing or decentralized data collection and processing.

With its fanless design, solid-state mass storage, and heavy-duty metal housing, the BL2 BPC 1500 can operate in demanding industrial applications. The standard version measures 97 mm wide, 92 mm high, and 46 mm deep. An extended version is 63 mm deep, with the same width and height.

Additional standard features include 32 GB eMMC internal mass storage, 12 V DC to 30 V DC wide-voltage operation, and DIN rail mounting. Select models offer an additional 64 GB or 128 GB m.2 solid-state drive. Optional features include two serial ports, WLAN 802.11 (WiFi), and TPM 2.0 encryption support.

Learn more at www.phoenixcontact.com/compactIPC.

About Phoenix Contact

Phoenix Contact develops and manufactures industrial electrical and electronic technology products that power, protect, connect, and automate systems and equipment for a wide range of industries. Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co. KG, Blomberg, Germany, operates 50 international subsidiaries, including Phoenix Contact USA in Middletown, Pennsylvania.

For more information about Phoenix Contact or its products, visit www.phoenixcontact.com, call technical service at 800-322-3225, or e-mail info@phoenixcon.com.

P.O. Box 4100
Harrisburg, PA 17111-0100
Phone: (717) 944-1300, ext. 3721
Fax: (717) 944-1625
E-Mail: mmcgowan@phoenixcontact.com

Molly McGowan, APR
Media Services Specialist