B&R 8B0C0320HW0.00 0-1
Model Number: 8B0C0320HW0.00 0-1
Product Introduction:
The B&R 8B0C0320HW0.00 0-1 is the CPU module of the B&R X20 CP0320 controller. It serves as the central processing unit for the X20 distributed control system, executing the user program, managing I/O communication, and handling all fieldbus protocols. The CP0320 is a compact, high-performance controller designed for machine-level automation.
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Technical Specifications:
- Controller Type: Compact PLC / Soft-PLC runtime
- Processor: Intel Celeron M 1.0 GHz (ULV ultra-low voltage)
- RAM: 256 MB DDR2 SDRAM
- Flash Memory (for program storage): SD card slot (supports SD/SDHC up to 32 GB)
- Program Execution Time (Bit Operation): 50 ns
- Program Execution Time (32-bit Integer): 0.15 µs
- Program Execution Time (32-bit Floating Point): 1.2 µs
Communication Interfaces (On-Board):
- EtherCAT: 1 × RJ45 (10/100 Mbit/s) — primary real-time fieldbus
- Ethernet (TCP/IP): 1 × RJ45 (10/100 Mbit/s) — for HMI, SCADA, programming
- CANopen: 1 × CAN connector (500 kbit/s)
- USB 2.0: 1 × USB 2.0 Host (Type A) — for programming and data transfer
- Serial RS-232: 1 × DB9 — for programming and diagnostic console
Optional Communication Boards:
- PROFIBUS DP (slave/master)
- PROFIdrive (for ACOPOS servo drives)
- POWERLINK
- Sercos III
I/O Capabilities:
- X20 Bus: Supports up to 32 X20 I/O modules (digital, analog, motion, safety)
- Maximum I/O Points: Up to 512 digital I/O points (depending on module configuration)
- X2X Link: Supports X2X remote I/O extension (up to 8 X2X links, each with up to 32 modules)
- Total Distributed I/O Capacity: Up to 256 modules across X2X links
Motion Control Capabilities:
- Supported Motion Modules: ACOPOS servo drives via EtherCAT (up to 32 axes)
- Interpolation: Linear, circular, helical
- Electronic Gearing: Yes
- Electronic Cam: Yes (via software)
- CNC Functions: G-code interpretation (limited)
Safety Features:
- Safety Rating: Supports X20 safety modules (e.g., 7DO432.70, 7DI437.70) for SIL 3 / PL e applications
- Safe Motion: Integrated via ACOPOS P3 drives (no additional safety CPU needed)
Mechanical Specifications:
- Housing Material: Aluminum front bezel, glass-fiber reinforced polyamide rear
- Dimensions (W × H × D): 106 × 90 × 75 mm
- Weight: Approximately 0.25 kg
- Protection Rating: IP20 (when mounted in X20 base/chassis)
- Mounting: DIN rail (TS 35) via X20 base module (e.g., 7XX400 series)
- Operating Temperature Range: -25°C to +70°C
- Storage Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
- Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Power Supply:
- Supply Voltage: 24 V DC (via X20 bus from base module)
- Power Consumption: Approximately 4 W (typical)
Software Environment:
- B&R Automation Studio Target (Version 4.5.2 and later)
- Programming Languages: IEC 61131-3 compliant:
- Ladder Diagram (LD)
- Structured Text (ST)
- Function Block Diagram (FBD)
- Instruction List (IL)
- Sequential Function Chart (SFC)
- ANSI C (for advanced applications)
- Motion Control: B&R NC Library (for CNC and motion functions)
- Safety Programming: B&R Safety Studio (integrated in Automation Studio)
Functional Features:
- Web server built into the controller for remote diagnostics
- Data logging via SD card (CSV format)
- Recipe management
- User management with access levels (up to 99 levels)
- Time-stamped event logging
- Watchdog timer with configurable timeout
- Hot swap capability for I/O modules (with X2X link)
Advantages & Highlights:
- Compact form factor — fits in standard X20 base module space
- Intel Celeron processor — sufficient performance for complex machine programs
- EtherCAT master — high-speed real-time communication with servo drives
- SD card program storage — easy program backup and transfer
- Multi-protocol support — EtherCAT, CANopen, PROFIBUS, PROFIdrive, POWERLINK, Sercos III
- Up to 32 motion axes — via EtherCAT to ACOPOS drives
- Integrated web server — remote access without additional hardware
Applicable Industries:
General machine automation, packaging machines, printing presses, textile machines, plastic processing, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, robotics, material handling.
Certifications:
- CE marking (Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU)
- UL 508 (File E74839)
- C-Tick
- KC
- DNV GL (for marine applications — optional)











