Aaeon Unveils Near-Silent Industrial PC
The Up Xtreme PTL Edge Air combines Intel Arc B390 graphics with AirJet cooling, making it ideal for space-constrained applications like kiosks and robotics
Aaeon has introduced a new industrial PC, the Up Xtreme PTL Edge Air, which combines Intel Arc B390 graphics with near-silent AirJet cooling technology. The system can be configured with an Intel Core Ultra X7 358H, Core Ultra 7 356H or Core Ultra 5 325 processor, with the top-spec configuration including Intel Arc B390 integrated graphics with 12 Xe cores.
The Up Xtreme PTL Edge Air uses Frore Systems' AirJet cooling technology, which creates airflow without a traditional spinning fan, resulting in a system that runs at less than 21 dBA, making it nearly silent in normal operation. This cooling design allows the unit to be 35% thinner and 43% lighter than a comparable system using a standard heatsink and fan.
The PC is intended for integration in space-constrained applications such as ultra-thin kiosk setups, low-clearance AMR housing, and compact mobile healthcare units. The system includes a range of connectivity options, including USB Type-A and USB Type-C ports, LAN, audio and video outputs, and two serial ports supporting RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485. Additionally, the PC features a 40-pin GPIO connector for connecting sensors, switches, controllers, and other hardware.
## What makes it suitable for space-constrained applications The lack of a conventional fan reduces vibration, making it useful in systems that sit near cameras, sensors, robotic controllers or actuators. The AirJet cooling design also allows for more room for faster processors and graphics hardware in space-constrained deployments.
## Why it matters The Up Xtreme PTL Edge Air's unique cooling design and compact size make it an attractive option for industries that require powerful processing performance without the noise, vibration or larger enclosure size associated with traditional active cooling. This could lead to increased adoption in fields such as robotics, edge systems, and healthcare, where space is limited and reliability is crucial.
The system can support as many as four displays, making it a versatile option for a range of applications. With its combination of powerful processing, near-silent operation, and compact size, the Up Xtreme PTL Edge Air is poised to make a significant impact in the industrial PC market.
