Designed to be robust and customisable in order to meet the needs of Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT) and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) applications it pairs the i.MX8M Plus System on Module (SOM) from SolidRun which features the i.MX 8M Plus SOC from NXP, with a flexible carrier board offering a range of I/O and connectivity options.
The HummingBoard i.MX8M IIOT SBC is intended to address critical industrial demands by offering a mix of resilience, expandability, and connectivity in a compact footprint. Built for environments requiring dependable performance under extreme conditions it supports temperatures from -40 to 85°C, making it suitable for a variety of industrial settings.
The HummingBoard i.MX8M IIOT SBC supports a variety of industrial protocols, including multiple RS232, RS485, dual CAN-FD, and dual 1Gb Ethernet, allowing integration into complex IIOT networks. With flexible power options, including a wide power range and Power over Ethernet (PoE) capabilities, the board also provides greater adaptability for various industrial use cases.
This adaptability makes it suitable for applications such as factory automation and smart energy management systems. Its extensive connectivity, for example, enables real-time data collection from thousands of sensors across a factory floor, while its industrial protocol support ensures compatibility with critical control systems.
High-quality graphics capabilities and extensive peripheral support means that the HummingBoard i.MX8M IIOT SBC is a natural fit for HMI applications in industrial settings, enabling interactive interfaces for monitoring and controlling equipment. The board’s powerful processing capabilities, driven by the i.MX 8M Plus Quad-core A53 processor (up to 1.8 GHz), and support for multiple M.2 expansions allow it to handle complex HMI tasks with ease.
Also built for scalability and a long lifecycle, the HummingBoard supports multiple M.2 cards for LTE connectivity (with dual SIM support), AI accelerators, and NVMe storage. This expandability, combined with its 10-year longevity, ensures a cost-effective investment for IIOT ecosystems requiring sustainable performance and scalability.
The HummingBoard i.MX8M IIOT SBC also offers extensive customisation options, making it highly adaptable to various deployment requirements. Its software support includes the latest Yocto and Debian BSP, along with drivers for TPM 2.0, RTC, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy, and a wide range of interfaces, easing the development process for engineers and reducing time-to-market for industrial applications.
Building on the capabilities of the HummingBoard i.MX8M IIOT SBC, SolidRun has introduced the new IIOT-200-8M Gateway – an industrial IoT gateway tailored for versatile applications.
Designed to support multiple industrial protocols, including RS232, RS485, CAN-FD, and 1Gb Ethernet with Power over Ethernet (PoE), this gateway offers extensive connectivity options. It accommodates multiple M.2 cards, providing LTE connectivity with an M.2 B-key and dual SIM support, along with M.2 M-key compatibility for NVMe storage and a variety of AI accelerators. With additional addon card options for expanded functionality, the IIOT-200-8M Gateway is highly scalable and upgradeable, making it an adaptable solution for diverse industrial requirements. Housed in a rugged extruded aluminium chassis, it is also DIN rail-mountable for ease of deployment in demanding environments.
