EPC‑W1592BA is a 15.6‑inch industrial panel PC with a conformal‑coated waterproof motherboard, purpose‑built for printing lines, textile factories, and harsh industrial environments where oil, heat, and humidity destroy standard PCs. Standard industrial panel PCs use standard motherboards that are vulnerable to moisture, oil mist, and dust ingress — leading to short circuits and premature failure.
Introduction
- Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 processors, compatible from Celeron® to 12th Gen Intel® Core™
- 15.6-inch 16:9 TFT LCD, 1920 × 1080 (SXGA).
- 10-point capacitive touch, IP65 front, 6H hardness.
- Dual Intel® I210 Gigabit Ethernet.
- I/O: USB 3.0 ×4, Audio ×1, Mic ×1, RS-232 ×1,RS-485×1, HDMI, VGA.
- 9–36V DC wide-range power input.
- Expansion: dual M.2 2280 NVMe, M.2 2230 Wi-Fi.
- TPM 2.0 hardware security support.
- CESIPC BlockCore modular design.
- CESIPC SafeCore™ power-loss protection.
- Auto power-on after power recovery.
- Industrial-grade 6061 aluminum alloy enclosure.
► Specifications
System Core
| CPU | Intel® Core™ 10th Processor i3-10110U 2.1~4.1GHz Intel® Core™ 10th Processor i5-10210U 1.6~4.2GHz Intel® Core™ 10th Processor i7-10710U 1.1~4.7GHz |
| Memory | 4~32GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 1 x mSATA SSD |
| Cooling | Fan-less |
| OS | Windows 10/11/ Linux Ubuntu |
I/O Ports
| USB3.0 | 4×USB3.0 |
| COM | 1×RS232+1×RS485 DB9 |
| Display | 1×HDMI+1×VGA Dual Display |
| Audio | 1×Audio |
| Expansion | 1×Mini PCIe Socket |
| Ethernet | 2×10M/100M/1000M Intel I210 LAN |
LCD Display
| Panel Size | 15.6 inch |
| Max. Resolution | 1920×1080 16:9 |
| Luminance(cd/㎡) | 500cd/㎡ |
| Contrast | 450:1 |
| Backlight | More than 50000H |
Panel Screen
| Touch Panel | Multi-touch Projected Capacitive Touch Screen |
| Transmittance | 85% |
| Controller | USB |
Wireless Communication
| Wireless Network | 4G Full Network Compatibility （Optional） |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi/ Bluetooth |
Power Supply
| DC Input | 1×3-pin Pluggable Terminal Block for 12V DC, 9-36V optional |
| Booting | AT / ATX |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature | 0~50℃ (-40~70℃ Optional) |
| Storage Temperature | -10~60℃ |
| Humidity | 10%~90% , non-condensing |
| Thermal Management | Hot-swappable fan with intelligent thermal control system |
Mechanical
| Dimension | 419.7(W)×269.0(D)×74.5(H)mm |
| Cutout Size | 411.5×260.7mm |
| Weight | 3.57 KG |
| Material | High-Strength Aluminum Alloy |
| Mounting | Wall-mount/VESA Mount |
Certifications & Services
| Certs | CE / FCC / BIS, according to EN 55032 & EN 55035 |
| ODM | BIOS / Boot on LOGO / OEM |
►Product Dimensions
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EPC‑W1592BA Series — BlockCore™ Panel PC FAQ
15.6‑inch industrial panel PC with conformal‑coated waterproof motherboard — purpose‑built for printing lines, textile factories, and harsh environments where standard PCs fail.
What makes the EPC‑W1592BA different from standard industrial panel PCs?+
The EPC‑W1592BA is a 15.6‑inch industrial panel PC with a conformal‑coated waterproof motherboard, purpose‑built for printing lines, textile factories, and harsh industrial environments where oil, heat, and humidity destroy standard PCs. Standard industrial panel PCs use standard motherboards that are vulnerable to moisture, oil mist, and dust ingress — leading to short circuits and premature failure.
Key differentiators include:
• Conformal‑coated waterproof motherboard — A specialised protective coating seals the motherboard against oil, moisture, dust, and chemical vapours. This is essential for printing lines (ink mist, solvents), textile factories (fibre dust, humidity), and food processing (washdown, steam). The coating prevents short circuits and corrosion that would kill a standard motherboard within months.
• Intel® 10th Gen Core™ processors — i3‑10110U / i5‑10210U / i7‑10710U with DDR4 memory (4–32GB), delivering reliable performance for industrial HMI, SCADA, and data logging applications.
• 15.6‑inch 16:9 Full HD display with 500 cd/m² brightness — 1920×1080 resolution with high‑brightness (500 cd/m²) for clear visibility under bright factory lighting. 10‑point projected capacitive touch with IP65 front panel and 6H hardness.
• Smart fan cooling system with hot‑swappable fan — Active thermal management with intelligent fan control ensures sustained performance under high ambient temperatures. The hot‑swappable fan can be replaced without system shutdown — critical for 24/7 production environments.
• BlockCore™ modular architecture — Built on CESIPC’s BlockCore™ platform, supporting i‑Door expansion modules without custom PCB development.
• SafeCore™ power‑loss protection — Prevents OS/file corruption during sudden power loss with one‑reboot recovery, critical for unattended and mission‑critical installations.
Standard commercial panel PCs lack these industrial‑grade features — particularly the conformal‑coated motherboard — and would fail within months in printing lines, textile factories, or other harsh environments.
What is conformal coating and why does it matter for harsh industrial environments?+
The conformal‑coated waterproof motherboard is a specialised protective layer applied to the PCB that seals electronic components against environmental contaminants.
Key advantages of conformal coating:
• Oil and chemical resistance — Printing lines expose electronics to ink mist, solvents, and cleaning agents. Textile factories have oil mist from machinery. The conformal coating protects against these corrosive substances.
• Moisture and humidity protection — In textile factories and food processing areas, high humidity and condensation are constant threats. The coating prevents moisture‑induced short circuits and corrosion.
• Dust and fibre particle resistance — Textile factories generate significant fibre dust that can accumulate on PCBs and cause overheating or short circuits. The conformal coating creates a barrier against particulate ingress.
• Extended MTBF in harsh environments — Standard motherboards in printing lines typically fail within 6–12 months due to ink mist and solvent exposure. Conformal‑coated motherboards extend operational life to 3–5 years or more, dramatically reducing unplanned downtime and replacement costs.
• Reliable operation in washdown areas — While the front panel is IP65‑rated, the conformal coating provides an additional layer of protection for internal components in areas where moisture ingress is possible during cleaning cycles.
What industries and applications is the EPC‑W1592BA designed for?+
The EPC‑W1592BA is specifically engineered for industries where standard PCs fail due to oil, heat, humidity, or particulate contamination:
• Printing & packaging lines — Deployed as HMI/control terminals on printing presses, label converters, and packaging machinery. The conformal‑coated motherboard resists ink mist, solvents, and cleaning agents. The 15.6‑inch 500 cd/m² display provides clear visibility under bright factory lighting. The smart fan cooling system ensures reliable operation in hot press rooms.
• Textile & garment factories — Deployed on weaving machines, dyeing equipment, and finishing lines. The conformal coating protects against fibre dust, oil mist, and high humidity. The IP65 front panel withstands regular wipe‑down cleaning. The hot‑swappable fan enables maintenance without production stoppage.
• Food & beverage processing — Deployed in washdown areas and packaging lines. The conformal‑coated motherboard provides additional protection against moisture and cleaning chemicals. The IP65 front panel and 6H hardness touchscreen resist daily cleaning and sanitiser exposure.
• Chemical & pharmaceutical manufacturing — Deployed in areas with chemical vapours, solvents, and corrosive atmospheres. The conformal coating protects against vapour‑induced corrosion that would destroy standard electronics.
• Automotive & heavy manufacturing — Deployed in paint shops, welding areas, and machining centres where oil mist, metal dust, and temperature extremes are common.
What is the smart fan cooling system and why does it matter?+
The EPC‑W1592BA features a smart fan cooling system with intelligent thermal control and a hot‑swappable fan — a hybrid cooling approach that combines active and passive cooling for sustained high‑performance operation in hot industrial environments.
Key advantages of the smart fan system:
• Sustained performance in high ambient temperatures — Printing press rooms and textile factories often exceed 40°C. While passive cooling alone would cause thermal throttling, the smart fan actively removes heat, ensuring 10th Gen Core processors maintain peak performance.
• Intelligent fan control — The fan operates only when needed, reducing noise and power consumption during light loads. This dynamic thermal management extends fan life and maintains quieter operation in control rooms and office environments.
• Hot‑swappable fan design — The fan can be replaced without powering down the system or opening the main enclosure, minimising downtime in mission‑critical applications. In 24/7 production environments, this is a significant advantage over fixed‑fan designs that require system shutdown and disassembly for maintenance.
• Extended product lifespan — Active cooling reduces thermal stress on internal components, potentially extending the MTBF of the system compared to passive‑only designs operating at elevated temperatures.
What processors and performance options are available?+
The EPC‑W1592BA supports Intel® 10th Gen Core™ processors, sharing identical mechanical chassis, I/O layout, and mounting dimensions across all SKUs — simplifying spares logistics for large‑scale deployments. Options include:
Intel Core™ i3‑10110U — 2 cores, 4 threads, 2.1–4.1GHz, 4MB cache, 15W TDP. Entry‑level for basic HMI, data logging, and light SCADA applications in printing and textile lines.
Intel Core™ i5‑10210U — 4 cores, 8 threads, 1.6–4.2GHz, 6MB cache, 15W TDP. Balanced performance for SCADA, batch reporting, and real‑time production monitoring.
Intel Core™ i7‑10710U — 6 cores, 12 threads, 1.1–4.7GHz, 12MB cache, 15W TDP. High‑performance for machine vision, edge AI, and real‑time analytics in quality control applications.
Memory: 4–32GB DDR4. Storage: 1×mSATA SSD (standard 256GB). Operating systems: Windows 10/11, Ubuntu Linux.
For detailed specifications, download the datasheet.
What I/O ports and expansion capabilities does the EPC‑W1592BA offer?+
The EPC‑W1592BA provides a focused industrial I/O package optimised for printing, textile, and harsh environment applications:
USB ports: 4×USB 3.0 — high‑speed connectivity for vision cameras, barcode scanners, and diagnostic equipment.
Serial ports: 1×RS232 + 1×RS485 via DB9 — connects to legacy PLCs, industrial sensors, and serial devices.
Networking: 2×Intel® I210 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000M) — dual network interfaces for separating control network traffic from management/SCADA traffic, or for network redundancy.
Display outputs: HDMI + VGA — dual independent displays for operator + supervisor screens or HMI + diagnostic view.
Audio: 1×Audio + 1×Mic — public announcement integration or voice guidance for operator instructions.
Internal expansion: Dual M.2 2280 NVMe slots for high‑speed storage, M.2 2230 slot for Wi‑Fi + Bluetooth, 1×Mini PCIe socket for wireless modules (4G/5G/GPIO expansion).
Wireless (optional): 4G Full Network Compatibility + Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth — remote monitoring and connectivity for distributed sites.
Modular I/O via BlockCore™: The BlockCore™ platform supports additional expansion modules (i‑Door) for CAN, 5‑port LAN, isolated serial, and 5G without custom PCB development.
What is BlockCore™ modular architecture, and how does it benefit my deployment?+
BlockCore™ is CESIPC’s modular computing architecture that standardises interface, structure, power, and expansion across all products. For the EPC‑W1592BA, BlockCore™ delivers:
1. Standardised I/O expansion (i‑Door) — i‑Door expansion slots accept function modules (CAN, 5‑port LAN, isolated serial, 5G, GPIO) without custom PCB development. For printing lines requiring CAN bus for printer integration or 5G for remote monitoring, simply add the module — no hardware redesign.
2. LEGO MODE design philosophy — Based on modular construction principles, BlockCore™ creates an ecosystem where compute, I/O, and function boards can be configured like building blocks. This reduces custom development cost by up to 80% through standardised module libraries.
3. Shared ecosystem across product families — The EPC‑W1592BA uses the same expansion modules as other BlockCore™ industrial PCs. Standardise spares across mixed fleets of panel PCs, embedded PCs, and network gateways.
4. Future‑proof upgrades — The BlockCore™ architecture allows future processor upgrades within the EPC‑W series without changing the I/O layout, conformal‑coated motherboard, or mounting dimensions.
5. Extendable product lifecycle — BlockCore™ effectively extends product lifecycle, making investment in the EPC‑W1592BA more cost‑efficient over the long term, particularly for large‑scale printing and textile rollouts spanning multiple years.
What protection does SafeCore™ provide for harsh industrial deployments?+
SafeCore™ is CESIPC’s system‑level power‑loss protection architecture built into the EPC‑W1592BA. In printing, textile, and industrial environments, power interruptions are common — grid fluctuations, emergency stops, or maintenance lockout/tagout — events that can corrupt OS files and production logs if power is removed abruptly. SafeCore™ provides:
• System‑level write protection — Blocks all unauthorised changes to the system; even after power failure, user error, or malware attack, system files automatically restore after reboot. On the production line, this prevents data corruption that could halt production for hours while IT rebuilds a workstation.
• One‑reboot recovery mechanism — System crash or file corruption? Just reboot — the system returns to a healthy working state. No technical skills needed. Line supervisors or maintenance technicians can restore service in minutes without waiting for IT support.
• Zero IT support required — Anyone on the production floor can recover the system with a simple restart, reducing downtime and on‑call IT costs.
• Safe disk writes — Prevents fragmentation or file corruption during sudden power loss, ensuring data integrity for production logs, quality inspection records, and batch tracking data.
Combined with auto power‑on recovery (the system automatically restarts when power returns) and 9–36V DC wide‑range input (tolerates voltage fluctuations from industrial equipment), SafeCore™ ensures continuous operation even on electrically noisy factory floors. SafeCore™ is standard across all EPC‑W1592BA models and works in tandem with TPM 2.0 hardware security for encrypted authentication and data protection.
What are the mechanical specifications, mounting options, and environmental ratings?+
Dimensions: 419.7(W) × 269.0(D) × 74.5(H) mm — 15.6‑inch 16:9 form factor fits standard industrial panel cutouts.
Cutout dimensions: 411.5 × 260.7 mm — standard industrial panel cutout for easy retrofit compatibility.
Weight: 3.57 kg — lightweight for flexible mounting.
Mounting: Wall mount / VESA mount — flexible installation on articulated arms, machine frames, or flush integration into control panels.
Enclosure: Industrial‑grade 6061 high‑strength aluminum alloy chassis — corrosion‑resistant and durable for 24/7 operation. Front panel IP65‑rated for dust and splash resistance with 6H surface hardness.
Display: 15.6‑inch 16:9 TFT LCD, 1920×1080 Full HD resolution, 500 cd/m² brightness (high‑brightness for factory lighting), 450:1 contrast ratio, 50,000 hours LED backlight life. Touch: 10‑point projected capacitive.
Cooling: Smart fan cooling system with hot‑swappable fan and intelligent thermal control — active thermal management for sustained performance with tool‑less fan replacement.
Operating temperature: 0°C ~ 50°C standard; optional -40°C ~ 70°C extended grade for outdoor enclosures, cold storage, and extreme environments.
Storage temperature: -10°C ~ 60°C.
Humidity: 10% ~ 90% RH, non‑condensing.
Power input: 9~36V DC wide‑range input — directly accepts 24V industrial power rails without additional DC‑DC conversion. Boot modes: AT (auto power‑on) for unattended operation, or ATX (power button) for manual control.
Motherboard protection: Conformal‑coated waterproof motherboard — sealed against oil, moisture, dust, and chemical vapours.
Certifications: CE, FCC, BIS compliant (EN 55032 & EN 55035), factory ISO9001:2015 certified. MTBF 60,000 hours.
Can CESIPC provide OEM/ODM customisation for the EPC‑W1592BA?+
Yes. CESIPC offers full OEM/ODM services for the EPC‑W1592BA panel PC series, built around the BlockCore™ modular architecture:
• BIOS configuration and boot logo branding — For private labeling, brand consistency, and OEM turnkey solutions.
• I/O panel customisation — Alternative connector arrangements, additional COM ports, isolated digital I/O, or CAN bus via BlockCore™ expansion modules.
• Conformal coating options — Standard conformal coating for oil/moisture resistance; enhanced coating for chemical and solvent resistance in printing or pharmaceutical applications.
• Operating system pre‑load — Windows 10/11 LTSC or Ubuntu Linux with custom drivers and pre‑installed runtime environments.
• Function board customisation — Custom i‑Function Board development for specific industrial protocols or proprietary interfaces. The LEGO MODE ecosystem enables rapid function board development, dramatically reducing customisation lead times.
• Enclosure material options — Enhanced corrosion resistance for marine, chemical, or outdoor environments.
• Private label packaging and custom SKU part numbering for integrators and reseller programs.
With in‑house SMT assembly, sheet metal fabrication, and CNC machining, CESIPC delivers custom industrial panel PCs with consistent quality and predictable lead times. MOQ: 1 unit sample available. Typical lead time: 2–4 weeks. Minimum order quantities vary by customisation scope. Contact our engineering team for a detailed ODM assessment.
