Siemens has released two brand-new SIMATIC IPC products with great significance: SIMATIC IPC BX-54A and SIMATIC IPC BX-53B. With “miniaturization and high performance” and “high scalability and powerful computing power”, they have redefined the new benchmark for industrial computing and provide customers with full-scenario support ranging from edge intelligence to high-performance data processing.
01. Small but extraordinary, a master of space management
SIMATIC IPC BX-54A family photo
The BX-54A offers three different equipment sizes: 1.5 liters, 2.2 liters, and 2.9 liters.
Compact design, only 1.5 liters in size, saves valuable space and offers cost-effective deployment.
Flexible type, 2.2 liters, highly scalable, capable of easily handling complex scenarios.
AI type, 2.9 liters, capable of integrating AI computing power and multiple interface connections, enabling edge intelligence.
It has a small size and can be easily integrated into spaces with limited dimensions such as control cabinets, robot chassis, and AGV vehicles.
AI-type wind flow orientation diagram
02. Powerful Computing, AI and Big Data Easily Managed
Using the 13th generation Intel® Core™ i3/i5/i7/i9 (with a maximum power consumption of 65W), it offers computing power comparable to that of a desktop computer.
The AI model is equipped with a NVIDIA RTX™ A2000 MXM GPU (with a maximum power of 60W), capable of running visual AI and deep learning inference.
2×DDR5, supporting ECC, with memory bandwidth and capacity comparable to those of the desktop platform.
2×PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD (optional PLP, supporting RAID1), with a speed that is 5 to 10 times faster than ordinary SATA SSD.
Whether it is AI visual inspection, autonomous driving object recognition, or edge-side data preprocessing, the BX-54A can handle them all with ease.
03. “Maintaining stable operation even in harsh industrial environments”
9 – 36V wide voltage input.
Vehicle ignition signal control + remote start and stop.
Working temperature: 0 – 60℃.
Anti-seismic/impact-resistant in accordance with the MIL-STD-810G military standard, unimpeded by rain or wind, maintaining the “Iron Man” essence.
Ultra-low standby power consumption < 100mW, energy-saving and environmentally friendly, continuously safeguarding your business.
It not only has excellent performance, but also belongs to the type of equipment that “can survive for a long time in real industrial environments”.
04. High-speed connectivity, real-time communication with no stress at all
Multiple 2.5G LANs (including PoE), supporting TSN time-sensitive Ethernet, enables real-time control and high-speed communication without any interruption.
PoE power supply and USB 3.2 high-speed interface ensure lightning-fast data transmission.
The DisplayPort output is clearer.
The M.2 expansion supports 5G/Wi-Fi and is compatible with a wider range of applications.
It is the brain of the small robot, the acceleration unit behind the AI camera, and the real-time edge computing center of the intelligent production line.
01. Powerful CPU performance, capable of handling heavy tasks effortlessly
Equipped with the 12th generation Intel® Core™ i3/i5/i7/i9 processors, it supports up to 16 cores and 24 threads, with a maximum clock speed of 5GHz.
It supports up to 128GB of DDR4 memory and offers flexible storage solutions (including support for SSD, HDD, and RAID configurations).
Support dual HDD/SSD and RAID configurations.
It can handle complex tasks such as machine vision, motion control, and large-scale data collection, and performs particularly well in high-intensity computing scenarios such as laser cutting machines, AOI inspection equipment, and SMT production lines.
02. Expansion capabilities “excellent”
Two motherboard versions are provided (H610 / Q670):
At most 2 x PCIe x16 + 3 x PCIe x4 + 2 x PCI.
Expandable motion control cards, vision acquisition cards, multi-serial port cards, and other specialized boards.
Whether it is functional expansion or performance upgrade, it can “fit in and run smoothly”.
03. Abundant interfaces, making it a “expert in device integration”
2×LAN (1×2.5G + 1×1G)
Up to 8×USB 3.2 + 4×USB 2.0.
6×COM (RS232/485/422).
Three-screen display: HDMI + DP + VGA.
Support Wake-on-LAN and remote startup.
H610 motherboard interface diagram:
Q670主板接口图：
It can easily connect various devices such as industrial cameras, PLCs, robotic arms, and sensors, meeting the mixed on-site environment of old equipment and new systems.
04. Reliable durability designed for industrial environments
Operating temperature: 0–40℃ (HDD) / 0–45℃ (SSD)
Industrial-grade long-life setting.
350W/650W power supplies are available for selection.
Pre-installed with Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC.
For factories that need to operate continuously over a long period of time, stability equals productivity. And the BX-53B is precisely designed for industrial sites with “long duration, high load, and harsh conditions”.
Applicable industry scenarios
Applicable scenarios of BX-54A
Robot/AGV Autonomous Navigation
Edge AI detection (defect recognition / target tracking)
Small equipment controller
Intelligent transportation / intelligent camera edge node
Applicable scenarios of BX-53B
AOI Inspection System
CNC/SMT Automation Production Line Controller
Pharmaceutical food temperature and pressure process control
Energy Management System
Intelligent Warehouse Scheduling Center
Siemens SIMATIC IPC makes industrial intelligence more efficient and reliable
SIMATIC IPC BX-54A and BX-53B
One that focuses on “high performance in small spaces”
One that focuses on “large-scale expansion and powerful computing power”
No matter which stage you are at on the digitalization journey, they can bring truly perceptible value to equipment manufacturers, system integrators and end users with their performance, stability and scalability.
