The query appears to contain a broken or malformed image tag rather than a genuine product question. If you arrived here looking for rugged, always-on computing hardware, this page covers Thinvent's industrial computers, mini PCs, thin clients and all-in-one PCs and explains how to choose between them.
What Industrial Computers Are Built For
Industrial computers differ from office desktops in three ways: they are engineered for continuous duty, they tolerate dust, vibration and wide temperature swings, and they stay in service for many years. Thinvent's industrial PCs use fanless or carefully managed thermal designs so there are fewer moving parts to fail, and they are typically powered from a 12V DC adapter or a DC input that suits control panels and kiosks. Processors such as the Intel® Core™ i3-1215U (6 cores, up to 4.4 GHz, 10 MB cache) deliver responsive performance for control software, data logging and multi-window operator stations without needing a large enclosure.
Key Specifications to Compare
| Specification | Typical options | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Celeron, N-series, Core i3, Core i5 | Determines how many applications and browser tabs run smoothly |
| Cores | 4, 6, 10, 12 | More cores help with parallel tasks, virtual machines and data capture |
| Memory | 4 GB to 64 GB DDR4 | 8–16 GB suits most HMI and POS workloads; 32 GB+ for virtualisation |
| Storage | 128 GB to 1 TB SSD | SSDs resist shock and vibration better than spinning disks |
| Ethernet | Single or dual Gigabit ports | Dual ports allow network separation or redundancy |
| Serial | DB9 RS-232/RS-485 options | Connects PLCs, scales, barcode scanners and legacy instruments |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT, Linux, DOS, no OS | Match the OS to your application stack and licensing model |
Where These Systems Are Used
Industrial PCs and mini PCs are commonly deployed on production floors for machine monitoring and SCADA, in retail as point-of-sale terminals, in logistics for warehouse scanning stations, in healthcare and banking as front-desk terminals, and in digital signage and kiosk installations where the unit must run unattended for long periods. Thin clients serve a related need: instead of running applications locally, they connect users to a virtual desktop or remote session, which simplifies IT management across many desks. All-in-one PCs combine the computer and display in a single unit, which suits reception desks, clinics and shop counters where cabling and space are tight.
Choosing Between a Mini PC, Thin Client, Industrial PC and All-in-One
Start from the environment and the software. If the machine sits on a factory floor or inside a cabinet, prioritise an industrial PC with wide-input DC power, serial ports and a sealed, fanless chassis. If it sits on an office desk and only needs to reach a remote desktop, a thin client is the leaner, easier-to-manage choice. If the workload is local — browsing, office documents, light point-of-sale software — a mini PC with an N-series or Celeron processor and 8 GB of memory is usually sufficient. If you want a tidy single-piece installation with an integrated screen, choose an all-in-one. In every case, confirm the operating system, memory and storage you need before ordering, and check that the port count matches your peripherals.
Thinvent's Range
Thinvent manufactures industrial computers, mini PCs, thin clients and all-in-one PCs for customers worldwide, with configurations spanning Intel Celeron and N-series processors through Core i3 and Core i5, memory from 4 GB to 64 GB, SSD storage from 128 GB to 1 TB, single or dual Gigabit Ethernet, HDMI and USB-C connectivity, and a choice of Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT, Ubuntu Linux, embedded Linux, DOS or no operating system. Options such as quad DB9 serial ports, fanless cooling and 12V DC power make it straightforward to match a unit to a control cabinet, kiosk or shop counter. Browse the categories above to narrow the range by form factor, processor, memory and operating system.
