5PC600.SE00-00

The B & R Automation 5PC600.SE00-00 controller is a robust embedded system unit in the 5PC Industrial Automation Units series, designed to meet the rigorous demands of industrial automation environments. It delivers a versatile I/O interface that includes 2x RS232 ports, 4x USB 2.0 ports, and a Smart Display Link/DVI-I connector for local HMI integration. Network connectivity is addressed through a 1x ETH 10/100 port supporting standard Ethernet and a 1x POWERLINK interface for real-time deterministic communication. The unit also provides a dedicated 1x CAN bus interface and an 1x X2X interface for high-speed peer-to-peer data exchange. Powered by 24 VDC, the 5PC600.SE00-00 incorporates 512 KB SRAM memory to support application code and runtime data, ensuring high reliability and fast access times.

The embedded controller employs passive thermal management via a dedicated heat sink, eliminating moving parts and extending mean time between failures. Local backup power is provided by a 950 mAh Renata lithium-ion battery with an expected service life of approximately 2½ years, accessible behind an orange cover for tool-free replacement. Dual RS232 interfaces feature 9-pin male DSUB connectors, a 16550-compatible UART, and a 16-byte FIFO buffer to sustain a maximum baud rate of 115 kbit/s. The 4x USB 2.0 Type A ports support data rates from low speed (1.5 Mbit/s) to high speed (480 Mbit/s), each capable of supplying up to 1 A to downstream peripherals. The integrated RJ45 Ethernet connector is shielded to reduce EMI, while the POWERLINK node switch ensures reliable deterministic communication in multi-node topologies.

Mechanically, the 5PC600.SE00-00 features a galvanised steel housing and a dyed orange plastic front cover, delivering protection against mechanical stress and giving a distinctive visual identifier. The enclosure meets IP20 protection standards, making it suitable for installation in control cabinets and other sheltered industrial environments. The system tolerates ambient voltages of 24 VDC ±25% with a typical inrush current of 7 A and a brief maximum inrush of 40 A, allowing stable operation during power fluctuations. Vibration and shock resistance are designed to withstand the dynamics of industrial machinery during operation, transport, and storage.

System integration is simplified through standardized mounting and the use of mandatory accessories, including the 0TB103.9 screw clamp or the optional 0TB103.91 cage clamp for secure field-wire connections. As part of the 5PC Industrial Automation Units series, the 5PC600.SE00-00 controller interoperates seamlessly with B&R’s modular I/O and motion-control portfolios, enabling scalable automation architectures. Target applications include PLC replacement, HMI gateways, decentralized control stations, and industrial communication hubs in manufacturing, packaging, and process-control installations.