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More than I/O
With well thought-out details and a sophisticated ergonomic design, the X20 System is more than a remote I/O system; it is a complete control solution. Depending on the user’s demands and individual application requirements, the X20 System family makes it possible to combine the exact components necessary.
  • The X20 System is the ideal addition to a standard fieldbus and expands the possibilities of standard control systems. Simply connect it, configure it and you´re finished.
  • Together with B&R components, the X20 System achieves its full potential and allows the implementation of applications with unimagined performance and flexibility. Seamless integration is a major advantage.
3 x 1 = One
Three basic elements result in one module: Terminal block – Electronic module – Bus module
This modularity results in a system that combines the advantages of rack and I/O slice systems:
  • Prewiring without the system
  • Hot pluggable electronics
  • Free bus slots for options
Unmatched component density
Component density versus granularity, a seemingly impossible conflict. The X20 System offers both:
  • 12 channels on one module with 12.5 mm spacing, 99 mm height and 75 mm depth.
  • Granularity down to one channel per module.
  • Universal 1, 2 or 3 conductor connection technology – extra terminals are not needed.
I/O slice system with characteristics of a rack system
Because of the sophisticated mechanics, an entire X20 System can be installed on the mounting rail in preassembled form. And it can be removed just as easily. Premounted and preprogrammed systems are delivered to you just-intime. This is a well-rehearsed procedure used at B&R to maximize cost-effectiveness in the entire logistics chain.
Local or remote – you decide!
The X20 System is an intelligent controller and I/O system – locally or remote. The user determines characteristics, architecture and topology.

The modules communicate using a uniform X2X Link backplane - right next to each other on the mounting rail, in the same switching cabinet, over 100 m away or when directly connected with other B&R components.

The X20 System minimizes costs by providing maximum design freedom and allowing a mixture of local and remote topologies without requiring expensive fieldbus modules.
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Additional Info
More than I/O
Optimal Design
Prewired
Wiring Overview
Hot Pluggable
Diagnostics
Options
Machine variations
Unmatched Component Density
Universal 1, 2, or 3-conductor technology
Experience from the Field for the Field
DIN Rail Mounting
Local or Remote – You Decide
Open for Everyone
No Limits