The difference between embedded industrial computer and traditional industrial computer

In recent years, embedded industrial computer has become more and more mature in the application of industrial computer, and it has begun to replace traditional industrial computer in some fields. With the development of embedded technology, the application of embedded industrial computer is becoming more and more extensive, which has become the development trend of industrial computer. So what are the differences between Advantech IPC embedded IPC and traditional IPC?

First, the structure is different

1. The traditional industrial computer generally adopts a 4U type standard chassis that is easy to install. The chassis is a steel structure, which has high anti-electromagnetic interference and anti-shock capabilities. There is a dedicated power supply in the chassis, which has the ability to work continuously for a long time. The chassis needs a fan to dissipate heat. When the fan fails, the power supply and the industrial motherboard will be damaged.

2. Advantech's embedded industrial computer adopts airtight fanless design, which can not only prevent dust, moisture, vibration, enhance anti-electromagnetic interference ability, but also realize wide temperature operation.

Active cooling

The embedded industrial computer uses heat sinks distributed on the surface of the chassis to dissipate heat, which effectively solves the problem that the internal temperature of the chassis is high and the cooling fan is prone to failure after long-term operation, and improves the stability and reliability of the long-term operation of the industrial computer in the field. At the same time, the fanless operation avoids the requirement of air convection, thereby effectively preventing dust from entering the interior of the industrial computer.

Cable-free design

All circuits are firmly fixed inside the industrial computer by means of circuit boards, so that they can still maintain stable and reliable operation in extremely harsh environments such as high temperature, high frequency vibration, and high dust.

DC wide voltage input

Built-in industry standard voltage and current regulators support DC wide voltage input, providing safe and reliable operation in a variety of industrial environments.

2. Different functions

Embedded industrial computer is a compact industrial computer designed for application in various small spaces. It is compact in size, small in size, light in weight, takes up less space, simple and flexible in installation and maintenance, and convenient in operation. Support various expansion interfaces, such as PCI, PCIE, mini PCIe and mSATA, etc., providing maximum flexibility for different industrial applications. The high-performance embedded IPC also supports POE ports, allowing data to be transmitted over Ethernet cables, making the system available for IEEE802.3af standard power supply equipment, reducing complexity, installation and maintenance costs, while increasing network security and reliability.

3. Use cycle

Embedded IPCs are often organically combined with specific applications. The upgrading of Advantech IPCs is also carried out simultaneously with specific products. Therefore, once embedded system products enter the market, they have a long service life.

The traditional industrial computer has a broad and solid user base, and the system composition is highly flexible, which has been familiar and recognized by the majority of technical personnel. The embedded industrial computer occupies a small space and is suitable for applications with higher requirements on reliability, size and power consumption. Both have their own strengths. Compared with traditional industrial computers, embedded industrial computers are more suitable for complex and harsh on-site environments. At present, embedded industrial computer has been widely used in industrial automation, intelligent transportation, network, communication, medical equipment, vehicle equipment, electric power, financial monitoring, machine vision, video monitoring and other fields.