OnLogic has quietly added the Karbon 521 to its growing lineup of industrial-grade systems, a rugged, fanless, and low-profile computer tailored for automation, edge computing, and industrial deployments.
At the heart of the Karbon 521 is Intel’s Core Ultra processor series, delivering strong multi-core performance in a compact, passively cooled enclosure designed to withstand harsh environments. The system packs dense I/O (Input/Output) options to meet the connectivity demands of modern automation tasks.
This model fits perfectly into OnLogic’s Karbon 520 family, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to scalable, reliable performance in industrial automation and edge scenarios. It brings premium ruggedness without a fan, keeping maintenance overheads low in the field.
OnLogic positions the Karbon 521 as a flexible workhorse, ideal for use cases ranging from factory-floor automation to mobile industrial vehicles, and even remote edge deployments where silence and reliability are paramount. Comparable siblings like the Karbon 523 or Karbon 525 offer alternative configurations, such as dual ModBay options or optional NVIDIA GPU acceleration, suggesting that the 521 serves as a balanced entry point for those prioritising ruggedness and edge readiness.
Key Highlights:
- Fanless low-profile design: minimises noise, wear, and maintenance.
- Intel Core Ultra processing: supports modern automation workloads.
- Robust I/O: scalable connectivity for sensors, actuators, networks, and peripherals.
- Industrial-grade durability: built to endure real-world conditions.
The Karbon 521 supports Windows 10 IoT, Windows 11 Pro, and Linux distributions like Ubuntu and Debian, with options for VMware and Docker. OnLogic also offers pre-imaged OS support for faster deployment in industrial and edge applications.
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At the time of writing, the fanless industrial computer is listed starting at around $1,871 for the entry model, which includes an Intel Core Ultra 5 CPU, 8 GB of DDR5 memory, and a 256 GB NVMe SSD. OnLogic’s store also shows configurations priced from about $2,005, depending on selected options. At the moment, the system is on backorder, with availability expected once new stock arrives.