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Avalue Compact Fanless Box PCs: Small Form Factor Industrial Computers

TSL Automation Solutions May 14, 2024
Avalue compact fanless Box PC industrial computer — TSL Automation Solutions
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Why Compact Matters in Industrial Applications

Control panels, machine cabinets, and DIN rail enclosures have limited space. A full-size industrial PC tower or workstation simply does not fit. Avalue's compact fanless Box PCs measure as little as 120mm × 90mm × 35mm — small enough to mount inside existing control panels while delivering full x86 computing capability running Windows 10 IoT or Linux.

Compact Box PC Configurations Available

  • Intel Atom x6000 series — ultra-low power (6.5W TDP); ideal for IoT gateways, data loggers, and protocol converters
  • Intel Celeron N/J series — 10–15W TDP; balanced performance and power for HMI applications
  • Intel Core i5/i7 (8th–12th Gen) — 15–28W TDP fanless; full SCADA and MES workstation capability in compact form

I/O Complement (Typical)

  • 2–4× COM ports (RS-232/422/485)
  • 2× Gigabit LAN (for OT/IT network separation)
  • 4× USB 3.x
  • HDMI + DisplayPort (dual display support)
  • M.2 SSD slot (NVMe or SATA)
  • GPIO for external hardware control
  • 12–24V DC wide input

DIN Rail Mounting

Select models include a DIN rail mounting clip — simply snap the unit onto the 35mm DIN rail inside the control cabinet. This eliminates the need for custom panel drilling and enables neat, side-by-side installation alongside PLCs, relays, and terminal blocks. TSL Automation can supply DIN rail brackets for Avalue compact Box PCs — contact us for details.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a compact fanless Box PC used for in industrial applications?
Compact fanless Box PCs are used in control panel integration, machine-embedded computing, DIN rail mounting in tight cabinets, IoT gateways, protocol converters, data loggers, and SCADA server applications where space is limited. Their small form factor (as little as 120×90×35mm) and fanless design make them suitable for sealed enclosures without forced air cooling.
What processor options are available in Avalue compact Box PCs?
Avalue compact Box PCs are available with Intel Atom x6000 series (6.5W TDP, ultra-low power for IoT gateways), Intel Celeron N/J series (10–15W for balanced performance), and Intel Core i5/i7 (15–25W for demanding SCADA and vision applications). The right processor depends on your software requirements and thermal constraints within the enclosure.
Do compact fanless Box PCs support Windows?
Yes — Avalue compact Box PCs support Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC, Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC, and Linux. Windows IoT LTSC is the recommended OS for industrial deployments because it receives 10 years of security updates without feature upgrades that could disrupt running industrial software.
What I/O does a compact industrial Box PC typically include?
Avalue compact Box PCs typically include 2–4 COM ports (RS-232/422/485) for PLC and serial device connectivity, 2 Gigabit LAN ports for OT/IT network separation, USB 3.0 and USB 2.0, HDMI or DisplayPort output, and M.2 slots for NVMe storage. Some models include digital I/O, isolated RS-485, or additional PCIe Mini slots for wireless cards.
Are Avalue compact Box PCs available in India?
Yes — TSL Automation Solutions stocks and supplies Avalue compact fanless Box PCs in India across all processor tiers. We provide configuration advice, OS pre-loading, and after-sales support for integration into control panels, machine cabinets, and embedded applications.
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