Product Specification – X20CP1484

1. General Information

• Manufacturer: B&R Industrial Automation

• Part Number: X20CP1484

• Product Type: Compact High-Performance CPU Controller Module

• Product Series: X20 System

• Certifications: CE, UKCA, cULus, EAC, ATEX Zone 2

• Product Status: Active, Mainstream

• Protection Class: IP20

2. Product Overview

3. Technical Specifications

3.1 Processor & Memory

• Processor: Intel Celeron-compatible (266 MHz) with integrated FPU

• L1 Cache: 2 × 16 kB (data & code)B& R Industrial Automation

• Integrated I/O Processor: Background processing of I/O dataB& R Industrial Automation

• System Memory: 32 MB SDRAMB& R Industrial Automation

• Non-Volatile Memory:

  • 64 KB max. retentive SRAM (battery-backed)B& R Industrial Automation

  • 1 MB SRAM (user data)

• Application Memory: 1 × CompactFlash slot (removable, sold separately)

• Real-Time Clock (RTC):

  • Battery-backed (≥300 hours retention at 25°C)B& R Industrial Automation

  • Resolution: 1 s

  • Accuracy: ±10 ppm

• Battery: Integrated lithium battery (≥3 years life)B& R Industrial Automation

3.2 Communication Interfaces

• Ethernet: 1 × RJ45 (10/100 Mbps, TCP/IP, Modbus TCP)

• POWERLINK: 1 × RJ45 (V1/V2, hard real-time)

• USB: 2 × USB 2.0 (programming, device connection)

• Serial: 1 × RS232 (diagnostics/HMI)

• Local Bus: X2X Link high-speed backplane

• Expansion: 1 × slot for X20IF fieldbus modules (Profibus, CANopen, etc.)B& R Industrial Automation

3.3 Performance

• Minimum Task Cycle Time: 800 µsB& R Industrial Automation

• Typical Instruction Cycle Time: 0.007 µsB& R Industrial Automation

• Programming: IEC 61131-3 (via Automation Studio)

3.4 Electrical Characteristics

• Supply Voltage: 24 VDC (-15% / +20%)

• Power Consumption: 10.5 W (excl. CF, IF module, USB)B& R Industrial Automation

• Isolation: Galvanic isolation on all interfaces

• Protection: Reverse polarity, overvoltage, EMC protection

3.5 Mechanical Parameters

• Dimensions (W × H × D): 150 × 99 × 85 mm

• Weight: Approx. 0.7 kg

• Mounting: 35 mm DIN rail

• Cooling: Fanless, passive convection

• Terminals: Included 12-pin TB12 terminal block

3.6 Environmental Conditions

• Operating Temp:

  • Horizontal: -25°C to +60°C

  • Vertical: -25°C to +50°C

• Storage Temp: -40°C to +85°C

• Humidity: 5–95% RH, non-condensing

• Vibration/Shock: IEC 60068 compliant

• Flammability: UL 94 V-0

3.7 Status & Diagnostics

• LED Indicators: Power, Run, Error, Ethernet, POWERLINK, CF, BatteryB& R Industrial Automation

• Diagnostics: Self-test, overload, over-temperature, network monitoringB& R Industrial Automation

• Software: Full system diagnosis via B&R Automation Studio

4. Key Features

• Compact high-performance: Smallest X20 Celeron CPU with 800 µs cycle time

• Real-time POWERLINK: Onboard port for deterministic industrial communication

• Flexible expansion: 1 fieldbus slot (Profibus, CAN, etc.)B& R Industrial Automation

• Removable CF memory: Easy program backup & cloning

• Fanless design: Maintenance-free, dust-resistant

• Wide temp & ATEX: Harsh & hazardous (Zone 2) environmentsB& R Industrial Automation

• Full X20 compatibility: Directly connects all X20 I/O & specialty modules

• Software: Fully programmed via B&R Automation Studio

5. Typical Applications

• High-speed packaging, printing, and textile machinery

• Complex mid-range automation systems

• Electronic assembly & production lines

• Distributed control with real-time POWERLINK

• Standalone equipment in factory automation

• Hazardous area (Zone 2) control systemsB& R Industrial Automation

• Material handling & conveyor systems

6. Compatibility

• Base Modules: X20BM01, X20BM11, X20BB80

• I/O Modules: All X20 digital, analog, temperature, specialty modules

• Interface Modules: X20IF series (Profibus, CANopen, RS485)B& R Industrial Automation

• Software: B&R Automation Studio (full version)

7. Delivery Scope

• X20CP1484 CPU module

• 12-pin terminal block (TB12)

• Interface slot cover

• X20 end cover & locking clip (X20AC0SR1)

• User documentation