Imagine a computer that never quits, even when dust, heat, or vibration try to stop it. The OnLogic Karbon 525 Rugged Fanless Industrial Computer is built for those harsh places. It runs your software, gathers data, and talks to the cloud without a fan that can fail. If you have been frustrated by broken PCs in factories, trucks, or outdoor kiosks, this machine solves that pain.
OnLogic Karbon 525 Rugged Fanless Industrial Computer
Many industrial users need a reliable computer that can survive temperature swings from -40 C to 70 C and still deliver fast performance. When a system overheats or drops a connection, production stops and money is lost. The Karbon 525 removes the fan, uses a solid-state Intel Core Ultra processor, and offers dual-channel DDR5 memory up to 96 GB. Its aluminum-steel chassis, wide DC input range, and built-in 4G LTE keep it running in factories, vehicles, and remote sites without interruption.
Usages of OnLogic
You can mount the Karbon 525 in a production line controller to monitor sensors and drive machines. It fits in a vehicle dashboard for telematics, providing GPS, LTE, and CAN bus support. In a retail kiosk it powers the touch screen and runs the checkout software while staying silent. It also works as an edge AI node, using the optional NVIDIA RTX GPU for image analysis in security cameras or quality-inspection stations.
Benefits
- Zero-fan design means no dust buildup and no noise.
- Wide temperature range keeps the system alive in extreme climates.
- Fast Intel Core Ultra CPU handles demanding applications without lag.
- Multiple LAN and 4G LTE options guarantee connectivity everywhere.
- Rugged chassis protects against drops, vibration, and shock.
Key Features
- Hybrid fanless/active cooling for silent operation.
- Intel Core Ultra 5/7 processors with 28 W TDP.
- DDR5 memory up to 96 GB, 5600 MHz speed.
- Four display outputs, VESA mount ready.
- Six USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports and two Thunderbolt 4 ports.
- Four 2.5 Gb Ethernet ports with Intel I226IT controller.
- Optional NVIDIA RTX A1000/A2000/A4500 MXM graphics.
- Integrated 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connectivity.
- Intel vPro with AMT for remote management.
- Onboard TPM 2.0, secure boot, and AI inference accelerator.
Specifications
| System |
|
| Hardware Line |
Rugged |
| Cooling Type |
Hybrid Fanless/Actively Cooled |
| Processor Socket |
Onboard (BGA) |
| Processor Generation |
Intel® Core™ Ultra Processor (Series 1) [Meteor Lake] |
| Processor |
Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 125H |
| Processor |
Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 135H |
| Processor |
Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 165H |
| Processor Family |
Intel Core Ultra Series 1 & 2 (Meteor and Arrow Lake) |
| Processor Features |
AMT Support |
| Processor Features |
Embedded Lifecycle |
| Processor Features |
Intel vPro® |
| Processor TDP |
28 |
| LAN Controller |
Intel® I226IT |
| Graphics/GPU |
Intel ARC Graphics |
| Graphics/GPU |
NVIDIA RTX A1000 MXM |
| Graphics/GPU |
NVIDIA RTX A2000 MXM |
| Graphics/GPU |
NVIDIA RTX A4500 MXM |
| Memory Type |
DDR5 |
| Memory Capacity |
96 |
| Memory Clock Speed |
5600 |
| Memory Channels |
Dual Channel |
| Display |
|
| Number of Displays Supported |
4 |
| Display Mounting Options |
VESA Mount |
| Input Output |
|
| Front I/O |
1x Power Button |
| Front I/O |
1x Factory Reset Switch |
| Front I/O |
1x 3.5mm Audio Jack |
| Front I/O |
6x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type A) |
| Front I/O |
2x Thunderbolt 4, USB Type C (40 Gb/s) |
| Front I/O |
4x 2.5Gb LAN |
| Rear I/O |
4x COM (RS-232/422/485) |
| Rear I/O |
Optional CAN |
| Rear I/O |
Optional DIO |
| Rear I/O |
2x Display Ports |
| Onboard I/O |
1x 4 pin Terminal Block Power |
| Onboard I/O |
1x 3ff SIM Slot (Mapped to M.2 B-Key) |
| Onboard I/O |
6x Antenna Mounting Holes |
| Onboard I/O |
1x Grounding Lug |
| Onboard I/O |
1x Remote Switch |
| Onboard I/O |
2x DisplayPort 2.1 UHBR20 |
| Onboard I/O |
2x Dual COM (RS-232, RS-485, RS-422) |
| Onboard I/O |
1x Fan Hat Connector |
| Expansion and Features |
|
| Expansion Options |
3FF-Sim slot (Mapped to the B-Key) |
| Expansion Options |
1 M.2 2280 M-key (PCIe Gen 4x4) |
| Expansion Options |
1x M.2 B-Key (PCIe Gen4 x2/USB 2.0, PCIe Gen4 x1/USB3.2 Gen 1) |
| Expansion Options |
1x MXM (4GB A1000/8GB A2000/ 16GB A4500) |
| Storage Options |
1 M.2 2242/60 M-key (PCIe x4) for NVMe SSD |
| Storage Options |
1 M.2 2242/60/80 B-key |
| System Monitoring |
AMT Support |
| Connectivity |
4G LTE |
| Connectivity |
Bluetooth |
| Connectivity |
Wi-Fi |
| Expansion Mobile Carriers |
AT&T |
| Mechanical |
|
| Dimensions |
106mm x 177mm x 225mm |
| Weight |
4.13 |
| Case Material |
Aluminum Extrusion |
| Case Material |
Steel |
| Power |
|
| Input Voltage Minimum |
19 |
| Input Voltage Maximum |
48 |
| Input Voltage Type |
DC |
| Power Automotive Features |
Automotive Intelligence |
| Power Automotive Features |
Wide Input |
| Power Input Connector |
5-pin Terminal Block |
| Environmental and Safety |
|
| Regulatory Certifications |
CISPR 32/35 & EN 55032/55035 |
| Regulatory Certifications |
EN 55032 |
| Regulatory Certifications |
EN 60601-1-2 4th ed. |
| Regulatory Certifications |
EN 60950-1 |
| Regulatory Certifications |
EN 60945 Ed. 4 |
| Regulatory Certifications |
EN 62368-1 |
| Regulatory Certifications |
TAA Compliance |
| Regulatory Certifications |
UKCA |
| Regulatory Certifications |
WEEE |
| Temperature (Operating Minimum) |
-40 |
| Temperature (Operating Maximum) |
70 |
| Suitable Environments |
Dust |
| Suitable Environments |
General Office |
| Suitable Environments |
Industrial |
| Humidity (Non-Condensing Operating Minimum) |
5 |
| Humidity (Non-Condensing Operating Maximum) |
95 |
| Shock Tolerance (Operating) |
Tested according to IEC 60068-2-27 and MIL-STD-810G (516.6) |
| Additional Features |
|
| Additional Features |
Onboard TPM 2.0 module |
| Additional Features |
4G LTE |
| Additional Features |
CAN Bus |
| Additional Features |
DIO |
| Additional Features |
GPU Expansion |
| Additional Features |
Ignition Sensing |
| Additional Features |
Remote Management: Intel vPro |
| Additional Features |
Secure Boot |
| Additional Features |
Hailo Accelerator |
| Additional Features |
AI Inference Accelerator |
| Compatible Software |
Red Hat |
| Compatible Software |
Ubuntu |
| Included Accessories |
1x 4 pin Terminal Block Mating Connector |
