IOT-DIN-iMX8PLUS: Industrial IoT Gateway
IOT-DIN-iMX8PLUS: Industrial IoT Gateway
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IOT-DIN-iMX8PLUS is a modular DIN-rail IOT Edge Gateway optimised for industrial applications built on the iMX8M Plus processor. It can be expanded with up to 8 different I/O modules through a unique stack system, allowing additional functionality in a single gateway.
- Built on NXP i.MX8M-Plus quad-core processor
- Easy DIN Rail mounting
- Up to 8GB RAM and 128GB eMMC
- Stack up to 8 I/O modules
- 5-Year warranty and 15 year availability
- Also available as System-on-Module and SBC
Ideal Use Cases for IOT-DIN-iMX8PLUS
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Starter Kit Part Number | 12029 |
| CPU Architecture | NXP i.MX8M Plus QuadLite, quad-core ARM Cortex-A53, 1.8GHz NXP i.MX8M Plus Quad, quad-core ARM Cortex-A53, 1.8GHz |
| CPU Model | AI/ML Neural Processing Unit, up to 2.3 TOPS |
| Real Time Co-Processor | ARM Cortex-M7, 800Mhz |
| RAM | 1GB – 8GB, LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 16GB-128GB eMMC flash, soldered on-board |
| LAN | 2x Gbit Ethernet, RJ45 connectors |
| WiFi and Bluetooth | 802.11ac WiFi and Bluetooth 5.3 BLE Implemented with NXP 88W8997 module 1x RP-SMA antenna connector |
| Cellular Modem | 4G/LTE CAT4 cellular module, Quectel EC25-E Worldwide LTE, UMTS/HSPA+ and GSM/GPRS/EDGE Coverage LTE CAT1 cellular module, Quectel EG21G Worldwide LTE, UMTS/HSPA+ and GSM/GPRS/EDGE coverage SIM card socket |
| GNSS | GPS Implemented with Quectel EG25 module mutually exclusive with WiFi module ("WB" option) |
| USB | 1x USB3.0 ports, type-A connectors |
| RS485/RS232 | 1x RS485, 2-wire half-duplex isolated terminal block connector 1 x RS232, Rx/Tx isolated, terminal-block connector |
| CAN bus | 1x CAN bus port isolated terminal-block connector |
| Digital I/O | 2x digital outputs + 2x digital inputs Isolated 24V compliant with EN 61131-2, terminal-block connector |
| Debug | 1x serial console via UART-to-USB bridge, micro-USB connector NXP SDP programming support, micro-USB connector |
| I/O Expansion Modules | See tab |
| Power Supply | 12V-24V (-20%/+20%) Reverse Voltage Protection |
| Power Consumption | 2.5W - 8W depending on system load and configuration |
| Housing type and material | DIN rail housing (for DIN rail version EN 50022) ABS/PC high endurance |
| Dimensions | Gateway: 110 x 30 x 95 mm I/O Modules: 110 x 20 x 95mm |
| Cooling | Passive cooling, fanless design |
| Weight | Gateway: 220g I/O Modules: 110g |
| MTTF | > 200,000 hours |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Operating Temperature | Commercial: 0° to 50° C Industrial: -30° to 70° C |
| Storage Temperature | -40° to 85° C |
| Relative Humidity | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
| OS Support | Debian Linux, Yocto Project Open Software Architecture Docker, MS Azure IoT and Node-RED Support for OTA updates with Mender Support for BalenaOS platform |
* Optional feature available on this product
IOT-DIN-iMX8PLUS Starter Kit
For initial testing and development, we recommend ordering the IOT-DIN-IMX8PLUS STARTER KIT that includes the gateway and useful accessories such as AC PSU and cellular antenna. Please contact us to place your order.
Kit Contents:
- IOTDIN-IMX8P-C1800QM-D4-N32-JEG25G-XL gateway
- 12V PSU with terminal plug adapter
- Cellular antenna
- Cellular antenna extender
- USB cable
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Accessories
The following accessories are not included with the gateway and need to be ordered separately. Please contact us for more information.
Cellular Antenna
Cellular rubber duck antenna with SMA connector.
Can be used together with cellular antenna extender or assembled on the gateway SMA connector
Cellular Antenna Extender
1m antenna extender cable with magnetic mount
Should be used together with cellular antenna
PSU with terminal plug adapter
Wall mount PSU with terminal plug adapter
Input 100-240VAC 50/60Hz, 36W output 12VDC 3A
Includes US, EU, UK, AU AC blades
Should only be used for evaluation or development. This PSU is not intended for production grade installations
Modular I/O Options
Ability to add up to 8 I/O modules in a simple, stackable configuration. See options below and contact us for more information.
IFM-DI8O8 - 8x DIN + 8x DOUT
| Interface |
8x digital inputs, compliant with EN 61131-2 8x digital outputs, compliant with EN 61131-2 Galvanically isolated from main system |
| Connectors | 2 x 10-pin socket with push-in spring contacts |
| Power Supply |
12 - 24 VDC from external source 4-pin socket with screw-type terminal |
| Stacking Restrictions | Up-to 4x IFM-DI8O8 modules |
IFM-RS485 - 4x RS485 ports
| Interface |
4x RS485 ports, 2-wire Programmable baud rate of up to 4Mbps Galvanically isolated from main unit |
| Connectors | 2 x 10-pin socket with push-in spring contacts |
| Stacking Restrictions | Up to 3x IFM-RS485 or IFM-RS232 modules |
IFM-RS232 - 4x RS232 ports
| Interface | 4x RS232 ports, RX/TX only Programmable baud rate of up to 250kbps Galvanically isolated from main unit |
| Connectors | 2 x 10-pin socket with push-in spring contacts |
| Stacking Restrictions | Up-to 3x IFM-RS485 or IFM-RS232 modules |
IFM-CAN-FD - 2 x CAN-FD ports
| Interface | 2x CAN-FD Galvanically isolated from main unit 4x digital outputs + 4x digital inputs 24V compliant with EN 61131-2 Galvanically isolated from main unit |
| Connectors | 2 x 10-pin socket with push-in spring contacts |
| Stacking Restrictions | Up-to 1x IFM-CAN-FD module can be installed in stack |
IFM-ADC8 - 8x analog inputs
| Interface |
8x analog input channels Configurable 4...20mA | 0...10 V |
| Connectors | 2 x 10-pin socket with push-in spring contacts |
| Stacking Restrictions | Up-to 1x IFM-ADC8 module can be installed in stack |
IFM-WB - 802.11ax WiFi + Bluetooth 5.3
| Interface | 802.11ax WiFi and Bluetooth 5.3 BLE Implemented with Intel WiFi 6E AX210 module |
| Connectors | 2x RP-SMA connectors |
| Stacking Restrictions | Up-to 1x IFM-WB module can be installed in stack Must be installed in position A (next to main gateway) |
IFM-MESH - Wireless Mesh Interface
| Interface | Bluetooth mesh, Thread, Zigbee Nordic Semiconductor nRF52840 / Silicon Labs MGM240 module |
| Connectors | 1x RP-SMA connectors |
| Stacking Restrictions | Up-to 3x IFM-RS485 or IFM-RS232 or IFM-MESH modules |
IFM-NVME - NVMe SSD Storage
| Interface | M.2 NVME 256GB SSD |
| Stacking Restrictions |
Up-to 1x IFM-NVME module can be installed in stack Must be installed in position A (next to main gateway) |
