Description
The B&R 5CFCRD.0064-03 is a 64 MB industrial-grade CompactFlash (CF) memory card specifically designed and validated for use in B&R Automation’s embedded control systems, including Automation PCs (APC), X20 controllers, and Panel PCs. Unlike commercial CF cards, this module uses Single-Level Cell (SLC) NAND flash technology, ensuring superior endurance, data retention, and reliability under continuous read/write operations typical in industrial automation—such as booting runtime systems, storing recipes, logging process data, or backing up configuration files.
Engineered to meet the stringent demands of 24/7 manufacturing, energy, and packaging applications, the 5CFCRD.0064-03 operates reliably across extended temperature ranges and resists shock, vibration, and electrical noise that would degrade consumer-grade storage.
Application Scenarios
At an Austrian dairy processing plant, a legacy B&R APC620 system controlling UHT sterilization began failing to boot after power cycles—traced to a worn-out commercial CF card used as the OS drive. The plant faced weeks of downtime waiting for a full controller upgrade. Instead, engineers installed a genuine B&R 5CFCRD.0064-03. cloned the original image, and restored operation in under 4 hours. Over the next 18 months, the system endured daily thermal cycling (from 5°C ambient to 60°C cabinet heat) and frequent recipe updates—without a single storage fault. This case highlights how the 5CFCRD.0064-03 solves critical pain points: unplanned downtime due to storage failure, compatibility risks with third-party cards, and data corruption in write-intensive environments.
Note: Despite its modest 64 MB capacity by modern standards, this size is fully sufficient for B&R’s real-time operating system (AROS/Automation Runtime) and small-to-medium automation projects—especially in legacy or safety-critical systems where minimal footprint and deterministic behavior are prioritized over large storage.
Technical Principles and Innovative Values
Innovation Point 1: SLC Flash for Industrial Determinism – Unlike MLC/TLC cards that suffer performance degradation and unpredictable wear leveling, the 5CFCRD.0064-03’s SLC architecture ensures consistent write latency and block endurance—critical for real-time systems where a storage stall could halt machine motion.
Innovation Point 2: B&R Firmware-Level Validation – Each card undergoes factory testing with B&R’s proprietary diagnostics to ensure compatibility with Automation Runtime, including correct sector mapping and error-correction handling—eliminating “blue screen” risks from uncertified media.
Innovation Point 3: Power-Fail Safe Write Protection – Integrated capacitors and firmware logic minimize corruption risk during sudden power loss—a common issue in brownfield plants with unstable grids.
Innovation Point 4: Lifecycle Stability for Legacy Support – As part of B&R’s long-term availability program, the 5CFCRD.0064-03 remains in production to support installed bases (e.g., APC620. X20CP1x8x), avoiding forced obsolescence and costly migrations.
Application Cases and Industry Value
A German automotive press line running on B&R X20 controllers uses the 5CFCRD.0064-03 to store daily production logs and mold parameters. With 3 shifts and 1.200 cycles/day, the card endures ~50 MB of writes weekly—yet after 5 years, SMART diagnostics show <8% wear. In another example, a Swiss pharmaceutical filling machine relies on the 5CFCRD.0064-03 as a boot device for its FDA 21 CFR Part 11-compliant audit trail system. Regulatory auditors specifically approved the SLC-based card due to its verifiable data integrity—something commercial SD cards couldn’t provide.
Related Product Combination Solutions
B&R 5CFCRD.0128-03: 128 MB version—for larger projects or extended logging.
B&R X20CP1584: Compact-S CPU—uses CF card for program storage; fully compatible with 5CFCRD.0064-03.
B&R APC620 / APC820: Automation PCs—designed to boot directly from this CF module.
B&R Automation Studio: Engineering software—supports imaging, formatting, and diagnostics of 5CFCRD cards.
Phoenix Contact CF Card Holder (e.g., CF-ADAPT): For secure mounting in high-vibration panels.
ABB Ability™ Edgenius: When upgrading—migrate data from 5CFCRD.0064-03 to modern edge storage.
Third-Party SLC CF Cards (e.g., Swissbit, ATP): Alternatives—but lack B&R-specific validation and warranty support.
Installation, Maintenance, and Full-Cycle Support
Installing the B&R 5CFCRD.0064-03 is as simple as inserting it into the CF slot of a compatible B&R controller (e.g., X20CP1x8x or APC620). No drivers are needed—the Automation Runtime recognizes it natively. For cloning or backup, use Automation Studio’s “CompactFlash Manager” to create verified images.
Maintenance involves periodic health checks via B&R’s diagnostic tools, which report remaining life and bad blocks. Due to its SLC design, the card typically lasts 5–10 years in continuous operation. When replacement is needed, always use a genuine 5CFCRD.0064-03—third-party cards may boot initially but often fail under sustained write loads or extreme temperatures.
As an authorized B&R/ABB partner, we maintain factory-sealed inventory of 5CFCRD.0064-03. provide pre-cloning services, and offer lifecycle extension support for legacy automation systems. Whether you’re repairing a downed line or future-proofing your spares strategy, we ensure your B&R storage remains reliable and compliant.
