When factories or remote stations need a reliable computer that can talk to many machines, they often face slow connections, limited ports, and fragile designs. A weak network or missing serial links can stop production and cause costly downtime. The Waveshare IPCBOX-CM5-A solves this by giving you two high-speed Ethernet ports, four built-in RS485 lines, and a sturdy industrial chassis, so you keep data flowing and machines talking without extra adapters.
Waveshare IPCBOX-CM5-A, Dual Ethernet ports Onboard 4RS485 Industrial PC
Imagine a small box that can replace several separate controllers, all while fitting into a tight control panel. The Waveshare IPCBOX-CM5-A is a compact industrial PC built for Compute Module 5. It gives you fast 1 GbE and 2.5 GbE networking, multiple RS485/RS232 ports, and extra USB, HDMI and storage options. If you struggle with crowded wiring or need a single device that handles both Ethernet and serial traffic, this unit removes the hassle and lets you focus on running your process.
Key Features
- Supports all variants of Compute Module 5.
- 1000 M Ethernet RJ45 1 and 2500 M Ethernet RJ45 1.
- USB 3.2 Gen1 1 and USB 2.0 3 for fast peripherals.
- HDMI output with 4K display capability.
- M.2 M-Key (PCIe Gen2/3) for SSD expansion.
- M.2 B-Key for optional 4G/5G communication module.
- 2 digital outputs and 2 digital inputs for simple I/O control.
- 3.5 mm audio jack with microphone support and speaker header.
- 5 V 4-pin PWM fan header for temperature management.
- Onboard EEPROM and encryption chip for secure boot.
Specifications
| CM5 socket |
Suitable for all variants of Compute Module 5 |
| Networking |
1000M Ethernet RJ45 port × 1
2500M Ethernet RJ45 port × 1 |
| USB |
USB 3.2 Gen1 port × 1 |
| USB 2.0 port × 3 |
| Video |
HDMI interface × 1, supports 4K display output |
| M.2 |
M.2 M KEY (PCIe Gen2/3 × 1, 2230 / 2242) |
| M.2 B KEY, supports connecting 4G / 5G communication module |
| Storage |
TF card socket for Compute Module 5 Lite (without eMMC) variants |
| Serial Interface |
4 × RS485 version |
| 1 × CAN with up to 1Mbps communication rate |
| Digital Input/Output |
2 × digital outputs + 2 × digital inputs |
| Audio |
3.5mm audio jack (microphone support), PH2.0 speaker header |
| Fan header |
5V, 4PIN JST-SH PWM fan header |
| Buzzer |
1-ch controllable buzzer |
| Other |
Onboard EEPROM and encryption chip |
| Power Input |
7V ~ 36V wide voltage range screw terminal, 5V 5A Type-C port |
| Dimensions |
136.00 × 92.00 × 39.50 (mm) |
