12.1″ Industrial Touch PC X6413E (Large Case)

The 12.1″ Capacitive Touch PC X6413E (Large Case) is faytech's Atom-based industrial touch PC at the popular 12.1″ industrial form factor — engineered as the cost-effective alternative to Core i5 siblings for deployments where platform demands are well within Atom Quad-Core capability and buyers prioritize value and high brightness over premium compute headroom. The 12.1″ XGA size has historically been the most common industrial HMI panel size, and this product is positioned for industrial automation refresh, machine-side operator stations, factory floor HMI deployments, equipment OEM integration projects, and any commercial deployment where high ambient brightness performance and the industrial 4:3 standard matter.

Same Large Case Form Factor — Different Compute Tier

This product implements faytech's standard Large Case architecture — identical Large IPC Back Kit design, modular Front Kit + Back Kit construction, connectivity layout, and mounting infrastructure as the rest of the Large Case Touch PC family. The difference is the internal compute platform: this product uses the Intel Atom x6413E (Elkhart Lake) Quad-Core processor, while the Core i5 Large Case siblings use the Intel Core i5-1145G7E (Tiger Lake U) vPro processor. The Atom and i5 Large Case products install identically into the same mounting infrastructure, offer identical connectivity, and share the same modular service infrastructure. The buying decision is purely about compute tier and cost.

When to choose this Atom version:

• Industrial automation HMI stations running well-optimized SCADA and machine control software within Atom-class capability
• Machine-side operator interfaces on production lines, packaging equipment, processing machinery
• Fleet deployments at scale where per-unit cost savings multiply across dozens of installations
• Equipment OEM integration where unit cost drives the buy decision and OEM software targets Atom-class platforms
• Legacy 4:3 SCADA refresh projects where the new Atom platform exceeds the legacy hardware's compute capability anyway
• Cost-sensitive industrial deployment where the 4:3 industrial standard and high brightness matter more than premium compute

When the Core i5 Large Case sibling is the better choice:

• Multi-application operator workstations running SCADA + document management + corporate productivity concurrently
• Computer-vision augmented inspection software or AI-assisted predictive maintenance applications
• vPro remote management requirements for IT fleet management across distributed facilities
• Higher storage requirements — Core i5 Large Case siblings ship with 240 GB SSD vs 120 GB on this Atom version

500 cd/m² High-Brightness Display — A Defining Differentiator

The most notable spec on this product is the 500 cd/m² display brightness — significantly higher than the rest of the Atom Large Case family (most siblings ship at 300–350 cd/m²). This brightness level matters in real deployment scenarios:

• Bright factory floor environments with overhead industrial lighting and natural light through skylights
• Warehouses and logistics facilities with high-bay lighting
• Near-window installations where indirect sunlight increases ambient brightness
• Manufacturing line operator stations with task lighting that can wash out lower-brightness displays
• Reception, lobby, and high-traffic indoor signage with mixed ambient lighting conditions
• Healthcare environments with bright clinical lighting standards

At 500 nits the display remains readable in environments where 300-nit displays struggle. Combined with AG (anti-glare) chemical etching surface treatment, the display handles reflected light better than gloss-finish panels. The display uses LVDS interface internally; resolution is 1024×768 XGA at 4:3 aspect ratio, contrast 700:1, viewing angles 160°/160°, and LED backlight lifetime of 50,000 hours — the longest in the Atom Large Case family — supporting continuous 24/7 deployment scenarios.

4:3 Aspect Ratio for Industrial HMI Software Compatibility

The 4:3 aspect ratio is intentional: it matches the panel format that industrial HMI software, SCADA systems, machine control interfaces, and factory automation applications were originally designed for. Most industrial HMI software written in the past 20 years was designed for 4:3 displays. Running these applications on widescreen displays creates real operational issues: stretched controls, wasted screen real estate, modal dialogs that don't fit the design intent, and operator interfaces that look "wrong." The 12.1″ XGA 4:3 panel renders these interfaces correctly without compromise.

The 12.1″ XGA standard remains widely specified by industrial automation vendors (Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider Electric, Mitsubishi, Omron, etc.) as the reference HMI panel format. This product is a drop-in compatible upgrade for legacy 12.1″ industrial HMI hardware reaching end-of-life.

Intel Atom Industrial Compute Platform

The platform is built around the Intel® Atom® x6413E processor from Intel's Elkhart Lake family — a modern Quad-Core x86 SoC designed specifically for industrial IoT, edge computing, and dedicated-function commercial deployment. The Atom x6413E offers a deliberate balance of performance and power efficiency: enough compute headroom to run industrial software, web-based HMI applications, dedicated-function POS systems, and signage management at modest power consumption (17.6W under typical load).

Paired with 8 GB DDR4 RAM and a 120 GB SSD (proper SSD, not eMMC), the platform handles industrial control software, signage content management, kiosk applications, and modern web frameworks within Atom-appropriate workload boundaries. For workloads beyond this envelope, the Core i5 Large Case sibling is the appropriate choice within the same physical form factor.

Operating System Options

Debian 12 ships pre-installed as standard (note: Pyramid Computer GmbH is not affiliated with Debian; Debian is a registered trademark owned by Software in the Public Interest, Inc.). Additional OS options are available on request with an additional fee: Linux Ubuntu 22.4 LTS, Windows 10, and Windows 11. For Linux-based dedicated-function deployment, the Atom platform performs well within its workload boundaries. For Windows-heavy multi-application deployments, the Core i5 Large Case version is the better choice.

Touch System

The 10-point projected capacitive multi-touch panel is built on 1.1 mm thermally strengthened cover glass with AG anti-glare surface treatment (chemical etching), IK08 impact protection, and faytech's proprietary Clear Bond® optical bonding. The EXC81W84 touch controller communicates via USB with touch resolution of 45 RX × 34 TX. Multi-touch supports modern gesture-driven interfaces including pinch-to-zoom, two-finger scrolling, and rotation gestures. The capacitive touch system operates reliably with gloved hands (depending on glove material) for industrial environments where operators wear PPE.

Industrial Connectivity

Network: 2× 10/100/1000 Mbit Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports (Realtek® 8111H) supporting network segmentation between operational technology (OT) networks and information technology (IT) networks — critical for industrial cybersecurity. Wi-Fi via Intel® AC 3168 module with included RP-SMA female antenna. Power over Ethernet (PoE) is available upon request.

USB: 2× USB 3.0 + 2× USB 2.0 for peripheral integration (barcode scanners, payment terminals, RFID readers, signature pads, configuration storage devices, service-tool laptops).

Video Output: 1× HDMI + 1× DisplayPort for external display extension — supporting dual-display HMI configurations, second-monitor signage, or external display mirroring to supervisor stations.

Industrial Serial: 2× RS-232 COM ports (RX/TX only, DSUB9) for legacy industrial equipment integration including PLCs, motor controllers, weigh scales, RFID readers, and serial sensors. Standard pinout: Pin 2 RXD1, Pin 3 TXD1, Pins 5/10/11 GND.

Audio: 1× Audio In/Out (3.5 mm) via Realtek® ALC897 Audio CODEC + 2× 2W integrated loudspeakers for transaction confirmations, alert tones, and audio prompts.

Storage Expansion: 1× SD card slot for removable storage and 1× SIM card slot for cellular connectivity options.

Modular Front Kit + Large IPC Back Kit Design

This product implements faytech's modular Front Kit + Back Kit architecture with the Large IPC Back Kit (X6413E) — the same chassis design used across the entire Large Case family, configured here with the Atom processor:

• 12.1″ Rubber Frame Front Kit: Contains the 12.1″ XGA display panel, projected capacitive touch sensor, cover glass with Clear Bond® optical bonding, rubber frame structural assembly, and the IP65 sealing system.
• Large IPC Back Kit (X6413E): Contains the Intel Atom x6413E compute platform, all external connectivity, network hardware, storage, and the aluminum IPC back case with passive thermal management fins. Same physical chassis as the Core i5 Large Back Kit, configured with the Atom platform.

The shared physical infrastructure between the Atom and i5 Large Case families is operationally meaningful: organizations deploying mixed Atom and i5 Touch PCs can use the same mounting hardware, the same kiosk enclosures, the same cut-out templates, and the same service inventory infrastructure. The compute platform decision is independent of the physical integration decision.

Independent kit replacement during service supports:

• Compute platform refresh as Intel processor generations advance — replace only the back kit while keeping the original front kit, display, and physical integration
• Field damage replacement of cracked cover glass without retiring the working back kit and configured OS image
• OEM integration projects where custom enclosures house the back kit separately from the front kit
• Cross-compute service flexibility — organizations can upgrade from Atom to Core i5 in the same physical infrastructure if compute requirements grow

Note: Front Kit + Back Kit assembly to be done by a professional to maintain IP65 seal integrity.

Mounting Options

• VESA 100 × 100 mounting: Standard wall-mount arms, articulating mounts, monitor stands, and industrial pole mounts.
• 6-clamp open-frame integration: Installation into custom kiosk enclosures, retail counters, industrial control panels, machine enclosures, or built-in HMI positions via a 277.0 × 222.0 mm cut-out, secured by 6 clamps. Maximum clamp wall thickness is 5.0 mm. Note: this size uses 6 clamps (vs 4 on smaller siblings) for additional structural support across the larger panel.

Wide Power Input & Environmental

The platform accepts 9-36V DC wide power input — supporting standard 12V industrial DC, vehicle 24V systems, 48V battery backup systems (regulated), and the PoE option. The included 100-240V AC active-switching adapter outputs 12V DC. Operating power consumption is 17.6W with under 1W standby — notably efficient for a 12.1″ industrial touch PC and substantially lower than typical Core i5 Large Case siblings.

Operating temperature range is -10°C to +60°C with 10–90% humidity tolerance. IP65 Front + IP40 Back protection. CE and FCC certified.

Intended use: Industrial-grade touchscreen touch PC for indoor use as control panel, digital signage, wayfinding, POS, and similar applications. Protect from direct sunlight. Operation outside specified temperature ranges is not covered by warranty.

Included in the Delivery

Power adapter (100-240V AC active switching, 12V DC-Out), Wi-Fi antenna (RP-SMA female), short installation manual.

Hypothetical Application Scenarios

Factory Floor HMI — Bright Production Environment: Manufacturing facilities with bright overhead industrial lighting and natural daylight through skylights benefit substantially from the 500-nit display. Standard 300-nit industrial panels wash out under these conditions; this product remains readable. The 4:3 XGA panel renders legacy industrial HMI software correctly; the Atom platform handles SCADA client software adequately; the per-unit cost savings versus Core i5 multiply across dozens of machine-side stations.

Warehouse & Logistics Operator Stations: High-bay warehouse environments combine high-intensity lighting with significant ambient brightness from loading dock doors and warehouse roof skylights. The 500-nit display is appropriate for these conditions; the rugged aluminum chassis withstands warehouse environment dust and vibration; the IP65 front handles the typical contamination of logistics environments; the dual GbE supports WMS network plus inventory scanner network.

Legacy 12.1″ SCADA Refresh: Industrial facilities refreshing aging 12.1″ industrial HMI hardware (the long-standing industrial standard size) can use this product as a drop-in compatible replacement. The 4:3 aspect ratio maintains software compatibility with HMI applications designed for the original hardware; the Atom platform comfortably exceeds the compute capability of platforms it's replacing; the cost positioning is appropriate for refresh budgets; the 6-clamp mounting fits existing cut-out templates with minor adjustment.

Equipment OEM Integration — Industrial Standard Panel: Equipment manufacturers building products with integrated HMI panels at the 12.1″ industrial standard size can use this Atom Large Case as the compute platform — same physical integration as the Core i5 version but at lower cost. Equipment can be offered in Atom (this product) or Core i5 trim using identical mechanical design; the OEM can position Atom-based products at competitive price points without changing physical equipment design.

Healthcare — Clinical Workstation: Hospital clinical environments with bright, standardized lighting (typically 500–1000 lux at task surfaces) benefit from the 500-nit display brightness. The IP65 front supports hospital cleaning protocols (regular wipe-down with hospital-grade disinfectants); the modular Front+Back Kit design supports rapid service replacement in 24/7 environments; the dedicated-function Atom platform is appropriate for bedside terminals, medication management stations, and clinical workflow interfaces.

Process Equipment Local Interface — Mid-Tier Product Lines: Process equipment manufacturers (food processing, pharmaceutical, chemical, packaging) building mid-tier products at the industrial-standard 12.1″ size can integrate the Atom Large Case as the local operator interface. The 500-nit brightness handles bright cleanroom and processing environments; the IP65 front handles washdown environments (typical for food/pharma); the Atom platform runs OEM control software efficiently within its workload envelope.

Transportation & Vehicle-Mount Industrial: Material handling vehicles (forklifts, AGVs, port equipment), industrial mobile equipment, and rail transit applications benefit from the 9-36V wide-range DC input that accepts vehicle electrical systems directly. The 500-nit display handles outdoor-adjacent loading dock and yard environments; the 17.6W consumption is appropriate for battery-powered vehicles; the rugged aluminum chassis withstands vehicle vibration; the IP65 front handles cabin environment cleaning.

Wayfinding & Information Kiosks — Bright Lobby Environments: Hospital lobbies, corporate campuses, university buildings, and transit hubs with bright entry-area lighting (combination of overhead lighting plus exterior daylight through glass facades) benefit from the 500-nit display. The 4:3 12.1″ format works well for floor-plan rendering, directory lookup, and information display interfaces; the IP65 front supports public-facing deployment with regular cleaning; the 50,000-hour LED lifetime supports continuous public deployment.

Solar-Powered Remote Monitoring: Remote monitoring installations (utility metering, agricultural sensor networks, infrastructure monitoring) powered by solar + battery benefit from the 17.6W operating power. The wide-range 9-36V input matches typical 12V/24V solar system outputs directly; the cellular SIM slot supports remote data uplink; the 500-nit display is readable in bright outdoor-adjacent shelter conditions; the Atom platform runs lightweight monitoring software within its power and compute envelope.

Quality Control & Inspection Stations: Manufacturing quality control benches and inspection stations with bright task lighting (typically 1000+ lux for inspection work) benefit substantially from the 500-nit display brightness. Standard 300-nit displays wash out under inspection lighting; this product remains readable. The 4:3 format suits quality management software designed for industrial environments; the Atom platform handles inspection workflow software adequately; the dual USB ports support measurement tool integration.

For OEM volume programs, modular Front Kit / Large IPC Back Kit purchasing arrangements, alternative OS pre-installation requests, PoE configuration, custom industrial integration consultation, mixed Atom/i5 fleet planning, or pre-sales technical discussion, request a quote from the faytech North America engineering team.