The IPC-627 is a wall-mounted industrial PC designed for a variety of industrial applications. It features a robust enclosure made of high-strength carbon steel with a white sandblasted galvanized steel coating. The IPC-627 offers flexibility in motherboard selection, supporting multiple Micro ATX options, and is powered by Intel® Core processors from the 2nd to 9th generations. It boasts powerful expansion capabilities, rich interfaces, excellent heat dissipation, strong resistance to electromagnetic interference, and radiation protection.
Introduction
- Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 processors, compatible 2 -13th Gen Intel® Core™
- PCI-e X16, PCI-e X4, PCI-e X1
- PCI
- I/O: USB 2.0 ×6, USB 3.0 ×2, Audio ×1, Mic ×1, RS-232 ×6, HDMI, VGA.
- TPM 2.0 hardware security support.
- CESIPC BlockCore™ modular design.
- CESIPC SafeCore™ power-loss protection.
- Industrial-grade 6061 aluminum alloy enclosure.
General Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Enclosure Material | 1.2mm high-strength carbon steel |
| Compliance | CCC, FCC, CE |
| Color | Industrial Grey |
| Dimensions | 330 × 265 × 155 mm |
| Net Weight | 8.0 kg |
| Motherboard Type | Micro ATX industrial motherboard |
| Drive Bay | 1 × 5.25″ drive bay |
| Cooling System | 2 × 12025 dual ball bearing system fans on the front panel |
| Front I/O | 2 × USB |
| Indicators | Power and hard drive status indicators |
| Switch Controls | Power and reset buttons |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C |
| Storage Temperature | -25°C to 85°C |
| Storage Humidity | 5–95% relative humidity, non-condensing |
| Shock Test | 10G, 11 ms, sinusoidal wave |
| Vibration Test | Acceleration 300 mm/s, pulse width 11 ms |
| Power Supply | 180W / 250W |
| Input Voltage | 90–240VAC |
| Power Output | 12V / 15A |
Motherboard Options
| Specification | CES-581C | CES-585A | CES-586A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core 2nd/3rd Gen i3/i5/i7 | Intel Core 4th Gen i3/i5/i7 | Intel Core 6th/7th/8th/9th/13th Gen i3/i5/i7 |
| Socket | LGA 1155 | LGA 1150 | LGA 1151 |
| Chipset | Intel B75 | Intel B85 | Intel H110 |
| Memory | 2 × DDR3 DIMM, up to 16GB | 4 × DDR3 DIMM, up to 32GB | 2 × DDR4 DIMM, up to 32GB |
| Storage | 1 × SATA III + 3 × SATA II | 4 × SATA III + 1 × mSATA | 3 × SATA III + 1 × mSATA |
| Display | VGA + DVI | HDMI + VGA | HDMI + VGA |
| USB | 4 × USB 3.0 + 7 × USB 2.0 | 4 × USB 3.0 + 8 × USB 2.0 | 4 × USB 3.0 + 6 × USB 2.0 |
| Ethernet | 2 × Gigabit Ethernet | 2 × Intel Gigabit Ethernet | 2 × Intel Gigabit Ethernet |
| RS-232 | 6 × RS-232 | 6 × RS-232 | 8 × RS-232 |
| RS-485 | 1 × optional RS-485 | 4 × RS-485 | 2 × RS-485 |
| PCIe x16 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| PCIe x4 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| PCI Slots | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| GPIO | 4 inputs + 4 outputs | 4 inputs + 4 outputs | 4 inputs + 4 outputs |
| PS/2 | 1 × PS/2 | 1 × PS/2 | 1 × PS/2 |
| LPT | 1 × LPT | 1 × LPT | 1 × LPT |
| Supported OS | Windows 7/8/10, Linux CentOS/Ubuntu | Windows 7/8/10, Linux CentOS/Ubuntu | Windows 7/8/10, Linux CentOS/Ubuntu |
The IPC-627 offers a versatile and robust solution for various industrial applications, with options to tailor the motherboard configuration to specific needs. It ensures reliable performance, expandability, and resistance to challenging environmental conditions.
IPC‑627 Series — 2U Rack‑mount Industrial PC FAQ
Compact 2U rack‑mount industrial PC with ATX motherboard support, multiple PCI/PCIe expansion slots, and dual drive bays — purpose‑built for space‑constrained industrial automation, machine vision, and data acquisition applications.
What makes the IPC‑627 different from the IPC‑610 and other industrial PCs?+
The IPC‑627 is a 2U rack‑mount industrial PC designed as a compact alternative to the 4U IPC‑610 series, offering significant space savings while retaining ATX motherboard support and multiple expansion slots.
Key differences from IPC‑610:
• 2U rack‑mount form factor — Half the height of 4U systems (88.1mm vs 178mm), saving valuable rack space for applications where every U matters.
• ATX motherboard support — The IPC‑627 supports standard ATX motherboards, providing broader compatibility and easier upgrades compared to the IPC‑610’s proprietary motherboard options.
• 2×5.25″ external drive bays + 1×3.5″ internal drive bay — Supports multiple storage and peripheral devices in a compact footprint.
• Extensive expansion slots — 1×PCIe x16 + 2×PCIe x1 + 2×PCI — supports graphics cards, frame grabbers, and data acquisition hardware in a 2U chassis.
• Wide processor compatibility — Supports Intel Core 2nd to 14th Gen, Pentium, and Celeron processors via ATX motherboard selection.
• Industrial‑grade reliability — -10°C to 60°C operating temperature, 95% humidity @ 40°C, anti‑shock 0.5g RMS, ≥50,000 hours MTBF.
The IPC‑627 is the preferred choice when you need ATX motherboard flexibility, multiple expansion slots, and industrial‑grade reliability in a compact 2U rack‑mount form factor.
What are the mechanical specifications, drive bays, and mounting options?+
Form factor: 2U rack‑mount — standard 19‑inch rack mounting for space‑constrained data centres, control rooms, and equipment cabinets.
Dimensions: 483(W) × 450(D) × 88.1(H) mm — 2U height (half of 4U), fitting twice as many units in the same rack space.
Drive bays: 2×5.25″ external + 1×3.5″ internal — supports optical drives, hard drives, and front‑accessible storage devices.
Colour: Black.
Construction: High‑strength aluminum alloy + galvanized steel sheet — corrosion‑resistant and durable for 24/7 industrial operation.
Mounting: Standard 19‑inch rack mounting rails — quick and secure installation in server racks and equipment cabinets.
Cooling: 1×80mm cooling fan for exhaust — maintains optimal internal temperatures for high‑performance components and expansion cards.
What processors and motherboard options are available?+
The IPC‑627 supports standard ATX motherboards, offering the widest processor compatibility and easiest upgrade path compared to proprietary industrial motherboard solutions. It supports Intel Core 2nd through 14th Gen processors, covering a broad spectrum of performance tiers:
2nd–3rd Gen Intel® Core™ — i3/i5/i7, LGA1155. Entry‑level for legacy applications and cost‑sensitive projects.
4th Gen Intel® Core™ — i3/i5/i7, LGA1150. Balanced performance for general industrial control and data acquisition.
6th–9th Gen Intel® Core™ — i3/i5/i7, LGA1151. High‑performance for machine vision, multi‑camera systems, and real‑time analytics.
12th–14th Gen Intel® Core™ — i3/i5/i7/i9, Pentium, Celeron, LGA1700. Flagship performance for edge AI, deep learning inference, and data‑intensive industrial applications.
Memory: Depends on motherboard selection. Storage: 2×5.25″ external bays + 1×3.5″ internal bay — supports multiple hard drives and SSDs. Operating systems: Windows 7/10/11, Linux CentOS/Ubuntu.
For detailed specifications, download the datasheet.
What expansion slots does the IPC‑627 offer?+
Despite its compact 2U height, the IPC‑627 provides extensive expansion capabilities with a total of 5 expansion slots, supporting a wide range of add‑in cards:
Expansion slot configuration:
• 2×PCI slots — Legacy PCI slots for older industrial cards, data acquisition boards, and legacy communication cards.
• 1×PCIe x16 slot — High‑bandwidth slot for graphics cards, GPU accelerators, or high‑performance frame grabbers. Supports low‑profile GPUs for edge AI and machine vision.
• 2×PCIe x1 slots — For high‑speed data acquisition cards, network interface cards, or other PCIe peripherals.
Total slots: 5 expansion slots — providing exceptional flexibility for integrating frame grabbers, motion control cards, data acquisition cards, and GPU accelerators in a compact 2U chassis.
The combination of PCI and PCIe slots makes the IPC‑627 an ideal choice for applications requiring multiple expansion cards in a space‑constrained rack environment.
What I/O ports and connectivity options are available?+
The IPC‑627 provides a comprehensive I/O package with options varying by motherboard selection:
Networking: Multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports (depending on motherboard) — supports high‑speed industrial communication and network redundancy.
USB ports: Multiple USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports (depending on motherboard) — connects vision cameras, diagnostic tools, external storage, and peripherals.
Serial ports: RS232/RS485/RS422 (depending on motherboard) — connects to legacy PLCs, sensors, serial controllers, and industrial meters.
Display outputs: HDMI + VGA + DP (depending on motherboard) — multiple display options for operator + supervisor screens or multi‑monitor setups.
Additional interfaces: LPT (parallel port), PS/2 (keyboard/mouse), GPIO — support for legacy industrial peripherals.
Audio: 1×Audio jack — for audible alarms or voice guidance.
What are the environmental ratings and reliability features?+
Operating temperature: -10°C to 60°C (14°F to 122°F) — suitable for unheated workshops, outdoor enclosures, and extreme industrial environments.
Storage temperature: -20°C to 75°C (-4°F to 158°F).
Humidity: 95% @ 40°C (104°F), non‑condensing.
MTBF: ≥50,000 hours — proven reliability for mission‑critical applications.
Anti‑shock: 0.5g RMS, 5–500Hz, random — withstands vibration in industrial and transportation environments.
Electrostatic protection: Hardware circuit protection against lightning and electrostatic impact.
Power recovery: Automatically restarts after power is restored — ensures unattended operation in remote and critical locations.
Cooling: 1×80mm cooling fan for exhaust — maintains optimal internal temperatures for high‑performance components and expansion cards.
Power supply: Standard ATX power supply — easily replaceable with off‑the‑shelf ATX power supplies for convenient maintenance.
Construction: High‑strength aluminum alloy + galvanized steel sheet — corrosion‑resistant and durable for 24/7 industrial operation.
What are typical applications for the IPC‑627 in a 2U form factor?+
The IPC‑627 is a 2U rack‑mount industrial PC designed for applications requiring ATX motherboard flexibility, multiple expansion slots, and industrial‑grade reliability in a space‑constrained rack environment. Typical applications include:
• Space‑constrained industrial control — Deployed in compact control cabinets and equipment racks where 4U systems cannot fit. The 2U height allows twice as many units in the same rack space, making it ideal for control rooms with limited rack capacity.
• Machine vision & quality inspection — Deployed as a vision processing node with frame grabbers and GPU acceleration. The 1×PCIe x16 slot supports low‑profile graphics cards or GPU accelerators for real‑time image processing. Dual drive bays provide storage for image data and logging.
• Data acquisition & test systems — Deployed as a central data acquisition node with multiple data acquisition cards (PCI/PCIe) for sensor input, signal conditioning, and real‑time data logging. The 2×PCI slots support legacy DAQ cards, while PCIe slots handle modern high‑speed acquisition.
• Edge AI & deep learning inference — Deployed as an edge AI inference node with GPU acceleration (PCIe x16) for real‑time neural network inference in a compact form factor. ATX motherboard support enables the use of high‑end processors for AI workloads.
• Industrial communication gateways — Deployed as a communication gateway connecting multiple industrial networks (Profibus, CAN, EtherCAT) via expansion cards. The compact 2U form factor fits into space‑limited equipment cabinets alongside PLCs and drives.
For detailed application examples, see our 2U rack‑mount industrial PC guide and industrial PC for machine vision overview.
Can CESIPC provide OEM/ODM customisation for the IPC‑627?+
Yes. CESIPC offers full OEM/ODM services for the IPC‑627 2U rack‑mount industrial PC series:
• Motherboard selection and configuration — Choose from a wide range of ATX motherboards to match your performance, compatibility, and budget requirements.
• 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, or isolated digital I/O based on project requirements.
• Drive bay configuration — 2×5.25″ external bays + 1×3.5″ internal bay can be populated with specific storage drives and optical devices per project requirements.
• Power supply selection — Standard ATX power supply selection based on system component power requirements.
• Operating system pre‑load — Windows 7/10/11 LTSC or Linux CentOS/Ubuntu with custom drivers and pre‑installed runtime 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 PCs with consistent quality and predictable lead times. MOQ: 1 unit sample available. Typical lead time: 2–4 weeks. Contact our engineering team for a detailed ODM assessment.
