CX8050 - Beckhoff Embedded PCs
The CX8050 Beckhoff Embedded PCs feature TwinCAT 2 PLC, passive cooling, and Ethernet communication interfaces support. The CX8050 is part of Beckhoff Embedded PCs supporting 24 V DC power supply, IP20 protection, USB device interface, and automatic E-bus or K-bus recognition for industrial automation systems. This embedded PC belongs to the Beckhoff Embedded PCs category and the CX Series for compact industrial control applications.

| Brand | Beckhoff |
| Product Type | Embedded PCs |
| Product | CX8050 |
CX8050 Beckhoff Embedded PCs Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Processor | Arm9â¢, 400 MHz |
| Number of cores | 1 |
| Flash memory | slot for microSD card, 512 MB included (optionally expandable) |
| Main memory | 64 MB DDR2 RAM (not expandable) |
| 1-second UPS | integrated (1 MB on microSD card) |
| Interfaces | 1 x RJ45 10/100 Mbit/s, 1 x USB device (behind the front flap), 1 x bus interface |
| Cooling | passive |
| Bus interface | D-sub connector, 9-pin according to CANopen specification, galvanically decoupled |
| Diagnostics LED | 1 x TC status, 2 x bus status |
| Clock | internal battery-backed clock for time and date (battery behind the front flap, exchangeable) |
| Operating system | Windows Embedded CE 6 |
| Control software | TwinCAT 2 PLC |
| I/O connection | E-bus or K-bus, automatic recognition |
| Power supply | 24 V DC (-15%/+20%) |
| Current supply E-bus/K-bus | 2 A |
| Max. power consumption | 3 W |
| Max. power consumption E-bus/K-bus | 10 W (5 V/max. 2Â A) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 64 mm x 100 mm x 73 mm |
| Weight | approx. 180 g |
| Operating temperature | 0…55°C |
| Storage temperature | -25…+85°C |
| Relative humidity | 95%, no condensation |
| Vibration/shock resistance | conforms to EN 60068-2-6/EN 60068-2-27 |
| EMC immunity/emission | conforms to EN 61000-6-2/EN 61000-6-4 |
| Protection rating | IP20 |
| Approvals/markings | CE, UL, ATEX, IECEx, cFMus |
| Ex marking | ATEX: II 3 G Ex nA IIC T4 Gc II 3 D Ex tc IIIC T135 °C Dc IECEx: Ex nA IIC T4 Gc Ex tc IIIC T135 °C Dc cFMus: Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D Class I, Zone 2, AEx ec IIC T4 Gc |
The CX8050 Beckhoff Embedded PCs are compact industrial control systems designed for machine automation and process control environments. The CX8050 belongs to the Beckhoff CX Series and supports TwinCAT 2 PLC, 24 V DC power supply, passive cooling, and IP20 protection. Beckhoff designed this embedded PC with RJ45 Ethernet communication, USB device connectivity, and automatic E-bus or K-bus recognition for industrial automation systems requiring stable control and communication performance. The compact housing dimensions support efficient installation inside industrial control cabinets.
Beckhoff Embedded PCs are used in conveyor systems, packaging equipment, assembly lines, and decentralized automation applications. The CX8050 provides reliable industrial communication through Ethernet, USB, and bus interface connectivity for machine monitoring and process coordination tasks. Its passive cooling structure helps maintain stable operation in industrial environments requiring continuous automation performance. Industrial users integrate these embedded PCs into compact control systems requiring dependable communication, distributed I/O handling, and centralized automation control across industrial production environments.
The CX8050 Beckhoff Embedded PCs combine TwinCAT 2 PLC, 24 V DC operation, passive cooling, and automatic E-bus or K-bus recognition for industrial automation systems. Beckhoff CX Series embedded PCs are suitable for machine builders and factory automation applications requiring compact industrial control hardware and reliable communication interfaces. The IP20 protection rating, Ethernet connectivity, and low power consumption help support stable operation across industrial control, machine integration, and process monitoring environments.







