B&R X20CP1684 X20 PLC Controller Atom 0.4GHz TSN Ethernet POWERLINK

The B&R X20CP1684 is a compact PLC controller for modular X20 automation systems. It combines PLC processing, communication interfaces, removable application storage, and one interface expansion slot in a single controller module.

This model is designed for machines that need deterministic controller communication through POWERLINK together with standard Ethernet connectivity. The integrated TSN Ethernet interface supports 10/100/1000BASE-T communication, while the POWERLINK interface is used for real-time automation networks.

The X20CP1684 includes 512 MB DDR4 RAM, 1 MB SRAM, and 1 GB onboard flash memory. A removable CompactFlash card can be used as application memory, allowing program and machine-data handling through a replaceable storage medium.

Unlike an I/O module, servo drive, or HMI panel, the X20CP1684 is the central PLC controller. It manages machine logic, communication, sequencing, and connected X20 automation modules within the control system.

Key Features

Atom 0.4 GHz compatible processor

512 MB DDR4 RAM

1 GB onboard flash memory

1 MB SRAM

TSN Gigabit Ethernet interface

Integrated POWERLINK interface

Two USB interfaces

RS232 serial communication

CompactFlash application memory support

One X20 interface module slot

Modular X20 PLC system architecture

Suitable for machine automation control

Typical Applications

Packaging machinery

Assembly machines

Material handling systems

Printing and converting equipment

Servo-based automation systems

Industrial production lines

Machine retrofit projects

Distributed X20 control systems

Installation Notes

Install the X20CP1684 inside a correctly grounded electrical control cabinet.

Confirm the existing machine hardware configuration, Automation Studio project version, POWERLINK network arrangement, Ethernet settings, and required interface module before replacement.

CompactFlash memory is not included and should be selected separately according to the required application storage capacity.

Do not describe this product as an I/O module, servo drive, power supply, HMI panel, or standalone network switch.

FAQ

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Is X20CP1684 an I/O module

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No it is a PLC controller for the B&R X20 automation system

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Does X20CP1684 include POWERLINK

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Yes it includes one integrated POWERLINK interface

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Does this controller support Ethernet communication

A

Yes it has one TSN Ethernet interface supporting 10/100/1000BASE-T communication

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How many expansion slots does it have

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It has one slot for an X20 interface module

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Is CompactFlash included

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No the CompactFlash application memory card must be ordered separately