OVERVIEW

The Beckhoff CX5130 is a high-performance embedded PC designed for advanced industrial control, and it has become a strong choice in textile automation. Known for its fast Intel® Atom™ processor and reliable TwinCAT software platform, the CX5130 can manage multiple machine functions at the same time. This helps textile factories improve accuracy, production speed, and overall efficiency.

In dyeing units, the CX5130 is often used to control important textile dyeing machinery parts such as dosing systems, heating units, pumps, valves, and chemical-mixing equipment. With its precise motion and process control, it ensures stable temperature levels, correct chemical flow, and perfect timing—three essential elements for achieving consistent dyeing quality. Its compact design also makes it easy to fit into existing control panels without major modifications.

The CX5130 supports many communication protocols, allowing it to connect smoothly with other machines and factory networks. This gives operators real-time data on machine performance, production status, and maintenance needs. As a result, factories can reduce downtime, avoid errors, and improve fabric quality. Overall, the Beckhoff CX5130 is a dependable and modern solution for upgrading textile dyeing operations.

SPECIFICATION

Processor: Intel Atom® E3827, dual-core, 1.75 GHz

RAM (main memory): 4 GB DDR3 (not expandable)

Storage options: CFast card slot and microSD card slot (cards not included)

Interfaces:

2 × RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps)

4 × USB 2.0 ports

1 × DVI-I (video output)

1 × optional interface (for additional fieldbus / serial / communication modules)

I/O connection: Uses E-bus or K-bus I/O terminals, auto-recognition supported.

Control software / OS support: Supports TwinCAT 2 runtime, TwinCAT 3 runtime (XAR), and standard OSes like Windows Embedded Compact 7, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise (various versions), or TwinCAT/BSD.

Power supply: 24 V DC (-15% / +20%)

Power consumption: Typical ~14 W; up to ~20 W with UPS load.

Cooling: Passive (fanless); suitable for industrial environments.

Dimensions: ~142 mm × 100 mm × 92 mm

Weight: Approx. 1095 g

Environment: Operating temperature –25 °C to +60 °C; storage –40 °C to +85 °C; relative humidity up to 95% (non-condensing).

Protection & Certifications: Protection rating IP20; meets industrial standards for EMC immunity/emission and vibration/shock resistance. Approvals include CE, UL, DNV, and optional ATEX / IECEx / cFMus for hazardous areas depending on configuration.

FEATURES

Fast dual-core processing — CX5130 uses an Intel Atom® E3827 CPU at 1.75 GHz, giving enough computing power for real-time control of pumps, valves, heating units, mixers and motion functions.

Compact, fanless design — The unit is small and quiet, with passive cooling and no fan. That makes it ideal for installation inside control cabinets or textile machine panels, even in industrial environments.

Good connectivity and I/O flexibility — It offers 2 × Gigabit Ethernet ports, 4 × USB 2.0 ports, and a DVI-I interface for display or visualization. There’s also an optional interface for fieldbus or additional communication, and it supports modular I/O via E-bus or K-bus terminals.

Supports automation and motion control software — CX5130 runs TwinCAT 2 or TwinCAT 3 runtime, so it can handle PLC tasks, precise motion control (like motor movements, dosing, fabric tensioning), and even HMI or visualisation if needed.

Industrial-ready and energy-efficient — It runs on 24 V DC, consumes low power (~14 W typical), has protection class IP20, and works across a wide temperature and humidity range. That makes it reliable for demanding textile dyeing machine environments.