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Embedded Box PCs

• 3D Model within 5 days
• Functional Prototype within 5 weeks
• Fully tested and certified products within 5 weeks

Starting from the smallest dimensions of 40 x 200 x 200 mm (H x W x D), OEMs can use the “form follows function” principle to configure their individual Embedded Box PCs with respect to size, system components and feature set in order to meet their application-specific requirements. From the outset, the flexible assembly and interface concept have been designed to meet the different configuration requirements of complete OEM solutions. This significantly reduces initial development costs. Box PCs are used in the automation, POS/POI, medical, security, transportation and gaming sectors.

Embedded Box PCs
Fanless Box PC
Box PC

Full Custom Designs at COTS

• Prices Box PCs as OEMs need them

With the Concept Box, Kontron offers a new box PC which combines the variability of a fully custom design with the time-to-market and cost of COTS solutions (Commercial Off-The-Shelf). In contrast with embedded computer systems, which fit in 19" cabinets, such as 19" industrial servers or modular system solutions based on CompactPCI, ATCA, and MicroTCA, the market in smaller embedded box PCs, used in innumerable industry applications such as automation, medical, POS/POI, electronic signage, gaming, security, and transportation, are not at all standardized in either dimensions or mounting format. In addition, the application areas of box PCs are much too diverse and particularly the requirements for housing dimensions and features sets are much too variable.
So there is a need for a transparent, modular concept in the box PC arena which can offer the flexibility of a custom design with the costs and time-to-market of COTS components. Kontron hopes the concept box will meet that need.

• Fast Prototyping

No later than 5 days after sending a specification, the customer is presented with a 3D model, based on which the system design is approved in detail. Within only 5 weeks after completion of the 3D model, the first functional prototypes are available, and a mere 5 weeks after that, fully tested and certified products become accessible.

• Generating value added

So with the Concept Box, Kontron is building on the need of OEMs for dedicated systems with minimum development time in order to finally achieve a significant advantage in terms of time-to market when compared with full custom engineering.
The advantage to the OEM is the fact that the most important components, like the mini-ITX motherboard, as well as the housing and the complete custom system configuration based on standard components all come from the same source, ensuring availability of identical configurations over a longer period of time and thus guaranteeing the best possible reliability for embedded box PC designs.

• Premium Services for OEM customers

Kontron‘s Concept Box is thus a premium strategy offering OEM customers the best possible solutions in terms of technological design and service. These services will support OEM customers from development to EOL management, and the use of standard components means that no costly custom development is needed. And thanks to the electronics fabrication in Malaysia, Kontron is a leader when it comes to cost. In all, the customer receives premium products at a standard price.

Industrial Fanless Box PCs

Kontron’s industrial fanless Box PCs can be used for a large variety of applications e.g. in fieldbus environments, as system controllers, for process control, as industrial firewalls or other embedded applications. The JRex-IBOX, the V Box and the V Box Express II are specifically designed for use within factories and other harsh industrial environments.
With fieldbuses or Industrial I/Os, you can realize all requirements to control your machine. The fanless and low power systems operate between 0° and 50°C. With their passive, conductive cooling concepts, the industrial fanless Box PCs are developed for permanent operation without maintenance. You can wall mount any of these systems or you can even snap a JRex-IBOX onto a DIN rail. Thanks to their compact design, you will find space to mount them nearly anywhere. Their support for embedded operating systems make Kontron´s industrial fanless Box PCs real embedded systems.

Light Industrial Box PCs

Kontron's KIM wall mount / Table Top Box PCs can be used for various applications including Medical, Gaming, Process Control, and in Embedded Applications. The KIM Box PC is specifically designed for use within light industrial environments. Supporting up to the Intel® Core™2 Duo processors expands the limits of performance, while high speed graphics enable precise 3D pictures and brilliant view. Due to the huge amount of on board I/Os like 3x LAN, 6x USB, 4x COM, KIM enables connectivity for most applications. The long term availability, easy maintenance, and serviceability protect your investment and since KIM is based on Kontron’s Mini ITX-Board, it offers flexible and scalable configurations.

Industrial Box PCs

Industry Capability and High Performance with Compact Designs

Kontron’s V Box Express is a powerful and robust industrial box PC, designed especially for rugged use in close proximity to machinery. RoHS-compliant, equipped with a scalable ETXexpress module and high-performance processors up to Intel® Pentium® M 2.0 GHz or with the new Intel® Core2 Duo™, the new V Box Express is optimally equipped for every task in measurement, controls, operation and visualization. With small dimensions of (HxWxD) 270x145x218 mm, the compact box PC is used primarily where little space is available, such as in enclosures, consoles, or directly on machines. The high electromagnetic compatibility and the resistance to shock and vibration make the system ideal for use in robust environments.