Kontron AL Pi-Tron CM5: Compact Industrial PC for Smart Automation

More power for demanding industrial applications

Ismaning, Germany, November 13, 2025 – Kontron, a leading global provider of IoT/Embedded Computer Technology (ECT), introduces the AL Pi-Tron CM5, a powerful, Linux-based industrial PC designed for DIN rail mounting. Based on the proven BL Pi-Tron CM5 single board computer with an integrated Compute Module 5 from Raspberry Pi Ltd., the device features a wide range of industrial-grade communication interfaces and non-volatile memory (FRAM).
 
Its robust stainless-steel housing is designed for mounting on a 35 mm DIN rail, enabling easy integration into existing control systems. In addition to its compact design, the AL Pi-Tron CM5 offers a wide range of industrial-grade communication interfaces. Ethernet, USB and serial interfaces, including RS232, RS485, and CAN FD, are available as standard. Users can opt for WLAN and Bluetooth connectivity to adapt to their specific needs.
 
A key feature is the integrated FRAM memory, which retains stored data even when there is no power. FRAM enables writing times of less than 100 ns and supports up to 10¹⁴ write/read cycles, providing virtually unlimited service life. When used with CODESYS control applications, FRAM acts as remanent memory, that reliably backs up important process data during power failures and restores it after the controller is restarted.
 
The AL Pi-Tron CM5 can be flexibly expanded with optional multifunction I/O modules that provide digital and analog inputs/outputs, temperature channels, fast counters, and PWM channels. These modules allow the device to be adapted to specific requirements. Its compact design minimizes space requirements in the control cabinet without compromising performance or functionality. With the AL Pi-Tron CM5 Kontron provides a future-proof and powerful platform for Industry 4.0 applications, meeting the growing need for control, automation, and reliable data storage.

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About Kontron Electronics GmbH

Kontron Electronics is a full-service provider in the fields of electronics, development and manufacturing services. The portfolio includes proprietary and customized products, development and design services for complex electronic components, modules and systems, and production and assembly services for complete assemblies. Kontron Electronics is a leading global service provider for electronics with 450 employees at our German locations in Frickenhausen near Nürtingen and Schorndorf and in Hungary at the Kontron Electronics Kft. production facilities in Pécs and Tab. For more information please visit: www.kontron-electronics.com

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Kontron AG (www.kontron.com, ISIN AT0000A0E9W5, WKN A0X9EJ, KTN) is a leading IoT technology company. For more than 20 years, Kontron has been helping companies from a wide range of industries to achieve economic goals with intelligent solutions. From automated industrial processes, smarter and safer transport to advanced communication, connectivity, medical and energy solutions, the company offers its customers value-adding technologies. With the acquisition of Katek SE at the beginning of 2024, Kontron is significantly strengthening its portfolio with the new GreenTec division with the areas of solar energy and eMobility and employs around 7,000 people in more than 20 countries worldwide. Kontron is listed on the SDAX^® and TecDAX^® of the German Stock Exchange.

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