Description
The CompactRIO Controller, with a part number of 779563-01, is a robust and high-performance module designed for industrial applications. Known by its model name, cRIO-9012, it is built around a powerful 400 MHz Free-scale MPC5200 processor that delivers reliable and efficient processing capabilities.
This controller is designed to operate in challenging conditions, supporting a wide power input range. On power-up, it requires a voltage between 9 V to 35 V, and after power-up, it can operate with a reduced voltage range starting from 6 V to 35 V. Despite its rugged design, the maximum power input is limited to 20 W to ensure energy efficiency and prevent overheating.
It is capable of enduring extreme temperatures, with an operating temperature range from -40 °C to 70 °C, making it suitable for use in a wide array of environmental conditions. The controller is equipped with 64 MB DRAM for efficient multitasking and a minimum of 128 MB of nonvolatile storage to ensure that critical data is preserved between power cycles.
With a maximum data rate of 12 MB/s, it ensures swift data processing and communication. The ports include an SMB connector, an RS-232 serial port, a USB port, and an RJ-45 Ethernet port, offering versatile connectivity options. The Ethernet port supports speeds of up to 10/100 Mbits/s, enabling fast and reliable network connections.
The dimensions of the cRIO-9012 are 3.6 x 3.0 x 3.5 in., and it weighs 17.2 oz., making it compact and lightweight for easy integration into various setups without compromising on performance or functionality.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 779563-01 |
| Category | CompactRIO Controllers |
| Model | cRIO-9012 |
| Processor | 400 MHz Free-scale MPC5200 |
| Power Input (On Power-Up) | 9 V to 35 V |
| Power Input (After Power-Up) | 6 V to 35 V |
| Max Power Input | 20 W |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 °C to 70 °C |
| Memory | 64 MB DRAM |
| Nonvolatile Storage | Minimum 128 MB |
| Data Rate | Maximum 12 MB/s |
| Ports | SMB connector, RS-232 serial port, USB port, RJ-45 Ethernet port |
| Ethernet Speed | 10/100 Mbits/s |
| Dimensions | 3.6 x 3.0 x 3.5 in. |
| Weight | 17.2 oz. |
Question 1: What processor does the cRIO-9012 use?
Answer 1: 400 MHz Free-scale MPC5200 processor.
Question 2: What’s the power input range of the cRIO-9012 after power-up?
Answer 2: 6 V to 35 V.
Question 3: What is the operating temperature range of the cRIO-9012?
Answer 3: -40°C to 70°C.
Question 4: How much DRAM does the cRIO-9012 have?
Answer 4: 64 MB.
Question 5: What are the connectivity options for the cRIO-9012?
Answer 5: SMB, RS-232, USB, Ethernet (10/100 Mbits/s).


