Description

The EdgeCM5 Series represents the next generation of rugged, fanless industrial computers based on Raspberry Pi CM5, engineered for reliability in the most demanding industrial and automation settings. Building on a legacy of robust performance, this series, including the EdgeCM5-L682, is designed to deliver powerful computing at the edge.

Features

Raspberry Pi CM5 Compute Power
Harness the performance of the Broadcom BCM2712 quad-core ARM Cortex-A76 processor, running at 2.4GHz. With options for up to 8GB LPDDR4 RAM and 64GB eMMC storage, it delivers robust computing for demanding edge applications.

Industrial-Grade Ruggedness
Built to thrive in harsh conditions. The fanless, metal enclosure operates reliably from -25°C to 60°C and withstands dust, vibrations, and unstable power sources with its wide 9-36V DC input and full circuit protection.

Versatile Industrial Connectivity
Equip your setup with flexible I/O. Choose from multiple model variants offering configurable isolated RS232/RS485 serial ports, perfect for connecting to PLCs, sensors, barcode scanners, and other industrial equipment.

Comprehensive Wired & Wireless Options
Stay connected anywhere. Features include Gigabit Ethernet, a secondary 100M Ethernet port, dual-band Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, and optional global 4G LTE support for reliable data backhaul in remote locations.

Expandable Storage & AI Acceleration
Scale your capabilities with multiple storage options, including a Micro SD slot and an M.2 slot for NVMe SSDs. Unlock powerful on-device AI inference by adding an optional Hailo-8™ AI acceleration module.

Compact, DIN-Rail Ready Design
Engineered for space-constrained industrial environments. Its compact, all-metal case is designed for easy DIN-rail mounting, making installation simple in control cabinets and tight spaces.

Full Raspberry Pi Ecosystem Compatibility
Accelerate development and deployment with native support for Raspberry Pi OS. Leverage a vast ecosystem of software, libraries, and a global community to bring your projects to life faster.

Product advantages

Perfect Balance of Performance & Ecosystem Access
We deliver the raw power of the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 in a ready-to-deploy industrial format. You get the performance for edge computing and AI tasks, combined with the speed and simplicity of the world’s most popular embedded ecosystem, drastically reducing development time and cost.

Unmatched Deployment Flexibility
With four distinct models offering different ratios of RS232/RS485 ports, you are not forced to pay for connectivity you don’t need. This granular model selection, combined with optional Wi-Fi, 4G, and AI acceleration, allows for precise, cost-effective customization for any application.

True Industrial Reliability, Not an Afterthought
Unlike adapted consumer hardware, the EdgeCM5 is industrial from the ground up. It features full input protection, wide-temperature operation, isolated serial ports, and a robust metal housing—ensuring 24/7 reliability in environments where failure is not an option.

Simplified Integration & Maintenance
The combination of DIN-rail mounting, pluggable terminal blocks for power and serial ports, and standard Raspberry Pi OS makes installation and software management straightforward. This translates to lower installation costs, easier troubleshooting, and reduced total cost of ownership.

Application

Node-RED IoT Gateway & Controller
Deploy the EdgeCM5 as a powerful, visual programming-based IoT hub. Use Node-RED to easily create flows for connecting diverse industrial equipment (PLCs, sensors, meters), processing data with custom logic, and seamlessly forwarding it to cloud platforms like AWS IoT, Azure, or MQTT brokers for centralized monitoring and control.

Line Dashboard & HMI for Real-Time Monitoring
Transform the EdgeCM5 into a compact, ruggedized monitoring station. Host a local web-based dashboard (using Grafana, Node-RED UI, or a custom web app) to display real-time production metrics, machine status, and line performance directly on the factory floor. It provides operators with immediate visual feedback without relying on a central server.

Machine Vision & Lightweight Image Processing
Leverage the GPU and optional AI power for automated visual inspection tasks. The EdgeCM5 can perform real-time image processing for quality control (checking for defects, verifying assembly), optical character recognition (OCR) for reading serial numbers, and object counting, all at the edge without cloud latency.

Predictive Maintenance Data Aggregator
Install the EdgeCM5 on critical machinery to collect and pre-process vibration, temperature, and operational data from multiple sensors. It can run analytics locally to detect anomalies and generate early warnings before failures occur, enabling proactive maintenance and minimizing downtime.

Smart Warehouse & Logistics Management
Function as the brain for automated systems. Use its wireless connectivity (Wi-Fi/4G) and serial ports to manage autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), track inventory with barcode/RFID readers, and monitor environmental conditions across the warehouse floor, ensuring efficient and connected logistics operations.

Energy Management & SCADA Edge Node
Monitor and control energy consumption across facilities. The device can collect data from power meters, inverters, and environmental sensors, providing insights for optimization and acting as a reliable edge node for larger SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems.

Ruggedized Edge AI Inference Station
With the optional Hailo-8 AI module, the EdgeCM5 becomes a dedicated powerhouse for running complex neural networks. It’s ideal for applications like safety compliance monitoring (detecting PPE usage), assembly verification, and anomaly detection directly on the production line.

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