B&R 5PC910 Modules 5PC910.SX05-00 PC System Unit

Technical Dossier

Product Details And Specifications

B&R 5PC910 Series Technical Notes

The B&R 5PC910 is a fanless, panel-integrated industrial PC platform developed by Bernecker & Rainer Industrie-Elektronik GmbH (now part of ABB). It is deployed across continuous-process industries including petrochemical refineries, nuclear auxiliary systems, offshore platforms, and large-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing lines. The 5PC910 occupies the mid-to-high tier of B&R's Automation PC product family, positioned between the entry-level 5PC720 and the high-performance 5PC910 SSD variants. Its compact, sealed enclosure design and wide operating temperature tolerance (0–55 °C) make it a standard specification in panel-builder BOMs for SCADA front-end terminals and HMI-integrated control nodes. Installed base estimates across global heavy industry place the 5PC910 family in active service at thousands of sites, many of which are now in long-term maintenance mode requiring verified spare-part sourcing.

The Evolution of 5PC910 Architecture

The 5PC910 platform was introduced as part of B&R's third-generation Automation PC lineup, succeeding the 5PC600 and 5PC720 families. Early revisions used Intel Celeron M and Core 2 Duo processors paired with the B&R proprietary backplane interface, enabling integration with X20 and X67 I/O systems via the POWERLINK real-time Ethernet protocol. Mid-cycle revisions introduced Intel Atom E3800 series SoCs, reducing thermal output while maintaining the same mechanical footprint and connector pinout — a deliberate backward-compatibility decision that extended the platform's service life in brownfield installations.

Later variants introduced CFast card storage as a replacement for the original CompactFlash interface, and optional SSD configurations for applications requiring higher write-cycle endurance. The 5PC910 communicates natively with B&R's Automation Runtime (AR) operating environment, which abstracts hardware differences across CPU generations. This architecture means that a site running AR version D4.x on a 5PC910.SX02 can migrate to a 5PC910.SX05 without recompiling application logic, provided the hardware configuration table is updated. As of 2024, the 5PC910 series is classified by B&R/ABB as a mature product: still supported under standard service contracts but no longer in active development. New projects are directed toward the 5PC2200 and APC2200 platforms.

5PC910 Full Catalog & Functionalities (SKU List)

The following SKUs represent verified, commonly sourced models within the 5PC910 platform. Each entry reflects a distinct hardware configuration. Models are grouped by primary function.

Panel PC / CPU System Units

• 5PC910.SX05-00: Fanless Panel PC, Intel Atom E3827, 5.7-inch display interface, 0 GB onboard RAM slot, CFast storage, standard I/O complement.
• 5PC910.SX02-00: Fanless Panel PC, Intel Atom E3815, single-core, low-power variant for space-constrained enclosures.
• 5PC910.SX05-01: Variant of SX05 with extended RAM support up to 4 GB DDR3L, enhanced for multi-process HMI workloads.
• 5PC910.SX05-02: SX05 base with integrated 24 VDC power input conditioning and extended EMC filtering for heavy industrial environments.
• 5PC910.SX05-10: SX05 platform with 10.1-inch WXGA display interface, resistive touchscreen controller.
• 5PC910.SX05-11: SX05 with 10.1-inch display and projected capacitive (PCAP) touch, IP65-rated front panel.
• 5PC910.SX05-20: SX05 with 15.6-inch Full HD display interface, designed for operator workstation integration.
• 5PC910.SX05-21: SX05 with 15.6-inch display and PCAP touch, stainless steel front bezel option for hygienic environments.
• 5PC910.SX05-30: SX05 with 21.5-inch Full HD display interface, large-format HMI terminal configuration.

Storage & Memory Expansion

• 5MMSSD.0032-00: 32 GB SSD module, compatible with 5PC910 SSD-capable variants, MLC NAND, industrial temperature grade.
• 5MMSSD.0064-00: 64 GB SSD module, same form factor, higher endurance rating for continuous-write applications.
• 5MMCFD.0002-00: 2 GB CFast card, standard storage for base 5PC910 configurations.
• 5MMCFD.0004-00: 4 GB CFast card, extended capacity for larger AR runtime images and data logging.

Display & Interface Panels

• 5AP920.1505-01: 15-inch Automation Panel, compatible with 5PC910 via SDL3 interface, resistive touch.
• 5AP920.1906-01: 19-inch Automation Panel, widescreen, SDL3 interface, for 5PC910 multi-display configurations.
• 5CASDL.0x00-00: SDL3 cable assembly, various lengths, for connecting 5PC910 CPU to remote Automation Panels.

Quality Control for the 5PC910 Range

The 5PC910 platform presents specific verification challenges due to its integrated backplane architecture and the tight coupling between the CPU module, the B&R Automation Runtime firmware, and the connected X20/X67 I/O bus. DriveKNMS applies the following test protocol to all 5PC910 units:

• Power-on and POST verification: Unit is powered at rated 24 VDC input; BIOS POST completion and absence of hardware fault codes are confirmed.
• Automation Runtime boot test: A reference AR image is loaded to verify that the CPU correctly initializes the POWERLINK interface and enumerates connected I/O nodes.
• CFast / SSD read-write cycle test: Storage media is subjected to sequential and random read-write verification using industrial-grade diagnostic tools; media with degraded write performance is rejected.
• Thermal soak test: Units are operated at 45 °C ambient for a minimum of 4 hours to screen for latent thermal failures in the fanless cooling path.
• Interface port verification: All USB, Ethernet, RS232, and display interface ports are tested for signal integrity and correct enumeration.
• Cosmetic and connector inspection: Backplane connectors, front-panel seals, and mounting hardware are inspected for wear, corrosion, or mechanical damage that could affect field reliability.