Chipsee Unveils Advanced Industrial Panel PCs Featuring Raspberry Pi CM5

 

Chipsee has expanded its industrial computing solutions by introducing three new panel PCs, all powered by the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5). These models—EPC-CM5-070, PPC-CM5-070, and PPC-CM5-101—are designed to meet the rigorous demands of automation, manufacturing, and various industrial applications.

EPC-CM5-070: 7-Inch Open Frame Panel PC

The EPC-CM5-070 is a compact 7-inch open-frame embedded panel PC, featuring armored glass for enhanced durability. It's engineered for seamless integration into industrial cabinets or existing equipment setups.

Key Specifications:

• Processing Unit: Raspberry Pi CM5 with a Broadcom BCM2712 quad-core Cortex-A76 processor, available with 4GB or 8GB RAM, and 32GB eMMC storage.
• Display: 7-inch screen offering a resolution of 1024×600, equipped with a 5-point capacitive touchscreen and a brightness of 500 NITs.
• Storage Options:
• MicroSD card slot.
• M.2 M-Key 2230/2242 slot supporting PCIe Gen2 x1 for NVMe SSDs.
• Connectivity:
• Gigabit Ethernet via RJ45 port.
• Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.2 capabilities inherent to the Raspberry Pi CM5.
• Optional 4G LTE through a mini PCIe module and SIM card slot.
• USB Ports: Two USB 3.0 Host ports and one USB OTG port.
• Serial Communication:
• Two RS232 ports (expandable up to four).
• Two RS485 ports (configurable as RS232).
• CAN Bus support.
• Expansion Interfaces:
• GPIO terminal block with four general-purpose inputs and four outputs.
• M.2 Key M socket for SSDs or AI accelerators.
• Mini PCIe socket for cellular connectivity modules.
• Additional Features:
• Real-Time Clock (RTC) backed by a farad capacitor, maintaining time for up to a week without power.
• Audio output via a 3.5mm jack, internal 2W speaker, and a buzzer.
• Power Supply: Accepts 9-36V DC input through a DC jack or a 3-pin terminal block, with a maximum power consumption of 11.4W.
• Dimensions and Weight: Measures 190 × 107.8 × 27.7 mm and weighs 400 grams.
• Operating Temperature Range: Designed to function between -10°C to +60°C.

This model is ideal for Human-Machine Interface (HMI) applications, Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) nodes, environmental monitoring systems, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), automotive interfaces, ATMs, and vending machines.

PPC-CM5-070 and PPC-CM5-101: Fully Enclosed Panel PCs

The PPC-CM5-070 and PPC-CM5-101 are robust, fully enclosed panel PCs, differing primarily in display size and certain specifications.

PPC-CM5-070:

• Display: 7-inch screen with a 1024×600 resolution, 5-point capacitive touchscreen, and 500 NIT brightness.
• Storage Expansion: M.2 M-Key 2230/2242 slot for NVMe SSDs.

PPC-CM5-101:

• Display: 10.1-inch screen offering a 1280×800 resolution, 10-point capacitive touchscreen, and 400 NIT brightness.
• Storage Expansion: M.2 M-Key slot accommodating 2230/2242/2260/2280 NVMe SSDs.

Common Features:

• Processing Unit: Raspberry Pi CM5 with Broadcom BCM2712 quad-core Cortex-A76 processor, 4GB or 8GB RAM, and 32GB eMMC storage.
• Connectivity:
• Gigabit Ethernet via RJ45 port.
• Optional Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.2.
• Optional 4G LTE connectivity.
• USB Ports: Two USB 3.0 Host ports and one USB OTG port.
• Serial Communication:
• Two RS232 ports (expandable up to four).
• Two RS485 ports (configurable as RS232).
• CAN Bus support.
• Expansion Interfaces:
• GPIO terminal block with four general-purpose inputs and four outputs.
• M.2 Key M socket for SSDs or AI accelerators.
• Mini PCIe socket for cellular connectivity modules.
• Additional Features:
• Real-Time Clock (RTC) with a farad capacitor backup.
• Audio output via a 3.5mm jack, internal 2W speaker, and a buzzer.
• Power Supply: 9-36V DC input through a DC jack or a 3-pin terminal block.

 

Software and Pricing

Chipsee’s Raspberry Pi CM5 panel PCs come with Raspberry Pi OS pre-installed, but it’s a customized version that includes additional drivers to support the extra hardware features of these embedded computers. If you require a different operating system, Chipsee can provide images with the necessary drivers, though these drivers are not publicly available for download.

Chipsee offers the following pricing for its CM5 panel PCs:

• EPC-CM5-070 – Priced between $239 and $259
• PPC-CM5-070 – Priced between $259 and $279
• PPC-CM5-101 – Priced between $329 and $349

The final price depends on the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 configuration (4GB or 8GB RAM).

For purchasing options and additional details, visit Chipsee’s website. There, you can also find other models like:

• PPC-CM5-050 – A 5-inch touch panel PC.
• AIO-CM5-156 – A 15.6-inch all-in-one PC, an upgrade to the AIO-CM4-156 model, both powered by the Raspberry Pi CM5.