B&R 3CP360.60-1 CPU Module
May 27, 2026

B&R 3CP360.60-1 CPU Module

The 3CP360.60-1 is a high-performance CPU module from the B&R SYSTEM 2005 series, serving as the central processing unit for mid-range industrial automation systems. Powered by a Pentium 266 processor with integrated floating-point unit (FPU), it delivers efficient computing power for complex control tasks, motion control, and data processing. Equipped with 32 MB DRAM, 512 KB SRAM, and a CompactFlash interface for expandable application memory, it ensures reliable program execution and data storage. The module integrates multiple communication interfaces and an aPCI expansion slot, enabling flexible system configuration and seamless integration with various I/O and network modules. Designed for industrial-grade reliability, it operates stably in harsh environments, making it a core component for high-precision and high-stability automation solutions.

Description

B&R 3CP360.60-1 CPU Module

Product Introduction

The 3CP360.60-1 is a high-performance CPU module from the B&R SYSTEM 2005 series, serving as the central processing unit for mid-range industrial automation systems. Powered by a Pentium 266 processor with integrated floating-point unit (FPU), it delivers efficient computing power for complex control tasks, motion control, and data processing. Equipped with 32 MB DRAM, 512 KB SRAM, and a CompactFlash interface for expandable application memory, it ensures reliable program execution and data storage. The module integrates multiple communication interfaces and an aPCI expansion slot, enabling flexible system configuration and seamless integration with various I/O and network modules. Designed for industrial-grade reliability, it operates stably in harsh environments, making it a core component for high-precision and high-stability automation solutions.

Basic Information

  • Model: 3CP360.60-1

  • Brand: B&R (Bernecker + Rainer, ABB Group)

  • Series: SYSTEM 2005

  • Product Type: High-Performance CPU Module

  • Processor: Pentium 266 MHz with FPU

  • Memory: 32 MB DRAM, 512 KB SRAM, 256 KB remanent data memory

  • Expansion Memory: CompactFlash (CF) card interface (removable)

  • Expansion Slot: 1 x aPCI slot for interface modules

  • Communication Interfaces: 1 x RS232, 1 x 10/100 Base-T Ethernet, 1 x USB

  • Status Indicators: CPU function, battery, CompactFlash, Ethernet

  • Power Supply: 24 VDC

  • Power Consumption: Approximately 0.88 W

  • Dimensions: Width 45 mm, Height 165 mm, Depth 85 mm

  • Weight: Approximately 0.9 kg

  • Protection Class: IP20 (EN 60529)

  • Operating Temperature: 0 °C to +60 °C

  • Storage Temperature: -25 °C to +70 °C

  • Relative Humidity: 5%–95%, non-condensing

  • Certifications: CE, UL, EAC, UKCA

  • Mounting: DIN rail mount (occupies 2 slots on SYSTEM 2005 backplane)

Function and Positioning

The 3CP360.60-1 acts as the brain of SYSTEM 2005-based control systems, responsible for executing user programs, processing I/O data, managing communication, and coordinating system operations. Its integrated FPU enables efficient handling of complex mathematical calculations, ideal for motion control, process optimization, and advanced automation algorithms. The CompactFlash interface allows flexible memory expansion for large-scale applications, while the aPCI slot supports additional communication or functional modules, enhancing system scalability. Positioned as a mid-range high-performance CPU, it balances computing power, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness, suitable for medium-sized automation systems requiring high-speed processing, reliable communication, and expandable functionality.

Core Performance Parameters

  • Processor Performance: Pentium 266 MHz, FPU enabled, typical instruction cycle time 0.02 µs

  • Real-Time Capability: Shortest task class cycle time 400 µs, supporting high-speed control loops

  • Memory Performance: 32 MB DRAM for program execution, 512 KB SRAM for fast data access, 256 KB non-volatile remanent memory

  • Storage Expansion: CompactFlash interface supporting high-capacity CF cards for application and data storage

  • Communication Speed: Ethernet 10/100 Mbps, RS232 up to 115.2 kbps, USB 1.1 compliant

  • Expansion Flexibility: 1 x aPCI slot for custom interface modules (e.g., fieldbus, serial communication)

  • Data Reliability: Integrated lithium battery for SRAM and remanent data retention during power outages

  • Diagnostic Features: LED indicators for real-time status monitoring; battery monitoring and fault diagnosis via software

  • Mechanical Compatibility: Designed for SYSTEM 2005 backplanes, occupying 2 standard slots

  • EMC Compliance: Meets EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-4 standards for industrial electromagnetic compatibility

General Compatible Accessories

  • B&R SYSTEM 2005 backplane modules (e.g., 3BP152.41, 3BP155.41)

  • SYSTEM 2005 power supply modules (e.g., 0PS105.1, 0PS205.1)

  • SYSTEM 2005 digital/analog I/O modules, temperature modules, and communication modules

  • aPCI interface modules (e.g., PROFIBUS, CANopen, Ethernet/IP)

  • CompactFlash (CF) cards for application program and data storage

  • 24 VDC industrial power supplies for system power input

  • B&R Automation Studio V4.x+ for programming, configuration, and diagnostics

  • Shielded Ethernet cables, RS232 cables, and USB cables for communication connections

  • DIN rail mounting accessories and control cabinet components

Applicable Equipment Fields

  • Factory Automation: Automotive assembly lines, packaging machinery, textile equipment, machine tools, and material handling systems

  • Process Automation: Food & beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical, water treatment, and pulp & paper industries

  • Motion Control: Robotics, CNC machines, servo-driven systems, and multi-axis positioning applications

  • Energy Industry: Power plant auxiliary systems, renewable energy equipment, HVAC, and boiler control

  • Industrial Machinery: Printing equipment, plastic processing machinery, and general-purpose automation machines

  • Building Automation: Large facility management, clean room control, and environmental monitoring systems

  • Mid-range automation projects based on B&R SYSTEM 2005 requiring high-performance CPU with FPU and expandable memory


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