Siemens SIMATIC IPC227E NANOBOX PC — 6ES76478BB316CA5
Overview
The IPC227E mounts on a DIN rail inside a cabinet or machine enclosure and runs Windows 7 or Windows 10 as a standalone control-node or data gateway. The record lists an Intel Celeron N2930 quad-core processor, 8 GB DDR3L SODIMM installed, PCIe expansion, IP40 encapsulation, and an operating temperature band of 0 °C to 60 °C. Certification coverage spans CE, cULus, FCC, KC, RCM, and UL.
IPC227E Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Core Processor | Intel Celeron N2930, 4 Core |
| Memory | DDR3L SODIMM, 8 GB installed |
| Display Type | No display |
| Mounting | DIN Rail |
| Expansion | PCIe |
| Ingress Protection | IP40 |
| Encapsulation | Box |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 60 °C |
| Operating System | Windows 7 / Windows 10 |
| Approvals | CE, cULus, FCC, KC, RCM, UL |
The approvals block covers both EU and North American market entry; KC and RCM address Korean and Australian/New Zealand requirements respectively.
Processor Family and Thermal Notes
Processor Options Across Variants
Two distinct processor tiers appear across the IPC227E family:
- N2930 quad-core tier (6ES76478BB316CA5, 6ES76478BB316CA1, 6ES76478BB317CA1, 6ES76478BB310CA1, 6ES76478BB317CA2): Celeron N2930 at 1.83 GHz base clock, burst up to 2.16 GHz, 4 threads, 2 MB cache, 7.5 W TDP.
- Multi-processor tier (6ES76478BB316RA1, 6ES76478BB316EA4, 6ES76478BB314CA1, 6ES76478BB312CA4): Celeron N2807/N2930 and Intel Atom E3845 options — the E3845 is a 4-core Atom at 1.91 GHz with 10 Gflops graphics, useful for sustained low-power embedded workloads.
Selection between these tiers depends on whether the application benefits from the Atom E3845's lower TDP and wider core mix versus the N2930's higher single-thread burst clock.
Environmental Envelope
The 0 °C to 60 °C range is consistent across all listed variants. The IP40 rating indicates solid-body protection only — the unit is not protected against water ingress and must be mounted inside an enclosure. The box encapsulation form factor and DIN rail mounting support panel integration in environments where the surrounding cabinet provides the primary environmental barrier.
Similar Catalog Parts — SIMATIC IPC227E Family
The table below compares 6ES76478BB316CA5 against in-catalog variants with shared parameters. All parts listed require the reader's own qualification; similarity scores reflect catalog-parametric proximity, not interchange endorsement.
| MPN | Core Processor | Memory | Operating Temp | Approvals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6ES76478BB316CA5 (primary) | Intel Celeron N2930, 4 Core | DDR3L SODIMM 8 GB | 0 °C ~ 60 °C | CE, cULus, FCC, KC, RCM, UL |
| 6ES76478BB316CA1 | Intel Celeron N2930, 4 Core | DDR3L SODIMM 8 GB | 0 °C ~ 60 °C | CE, cULus, FCC, KC, RCM, UL |
| 6ES76478BB316RA1 | Intel Celeron N2807/N2930, Atom E3845 | DDR3L SODIMM 8 GB | 0 °C ~ 60 °C | CE, cULus, FCC, KC, RCM, UL |
| 6ES76478BB316EA4 | Intel Celeron N2807/N2930, Atom E3845 | DDR3L SODIMM 8 GB | 0 °C ~ 60 °C | CE, cULus, FCC, KC, RCM, UL |
| 6ES76478BB314CA1 | Intel Celeron N2807/N2930, Atom E3845 | DDR3L SODIMM 8 GB | 0 °C ~ 60 °C | CE, cULus, FCC, KC, RCM, UL |
| 6ES76478BB312CA4 | Intel Celeron N2807/N2930, Atom E3845 | DDR3L SODIMM 8 GB | 0 °C ~ 60 °C | CE, cULus, FCC, KC, RCM, UL |
| 6ES76478BB317CA1 | Intel Celeron N2930, 4 Core | DDR3L SODIMM 8 GB | 0 °C ~ 60 °C | CE, cULus, FCC, KC, RCM, UL |
| 6ES76478BB310CA1 | Intel Celeron N2930, 4 Core | DDR3L SODIMM 8 GB | 0 °C ~ 60 °C | CE, cULus, FCC, KC, RCM, UL |
| 6ES76478BB317CA2 | Intel Celeron N2930, 4 Core | DDR3L SODIMM 8 GB | 0 °C ~ 60 °C | CE, cULus, FCC, KC, RCM, UL |
Why These Variants Appear Similar
All nine MPNs share the same IPC227E NANOBOX PC form factor, DIN rail mounting, IP40 box encapsulation, PCIe expansion slot, DDR3L 8 GB memory, no-integrated-display, and identical approval listings. The primary differentiator is the processor variant encoded in the MPN suffix — variants ending in CA5 and CA1 default to the N2930-only tier, while variants ending in RA1, EA4, CA1, and 312CA4 carry the broader processor support including the Atom E3845. The MPN suffix also encodes storage capacity differences not listed in the current record.
FAQ
Does 6ES76478BB316CA5 support multiple operating systems? The record lists Windows 7 and Windows 10 as the supported operating systems.
Can the IPC227E be panel-mounted instead of DIN rail? The record lists DIN Rail as the mounting type. Alternative mounting arrangements would need to be confirmed through the specific variant listing or Siemens ordering documentation.
What is the IP rating of the IPC227E? IP40 — protected against solid objects larger than 1 mm; no liquid protection. The unit requires installation inside a suitable enclosure in most industrial environments.