Control Unit Main Module

Local control functions

Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications

General information
Nominal DC voltage 12V-24V DC (-20%/+20%), total power consumption: max. ~8 W
Connections 2 LAN RJ45 ports (for WAN and secure intranet networks)
1 RS-485 port
1 CAN port
2 digital outputs
2 digital inputs
CPU, RAM, Flash NXP i.MX8M Plus Quad, quad-core ARM Cortex-A53, 1.8GHz;
RAM: 2 GB LPDDR4; eMMC: 16 GB
4G/LTE modem 4G/LTE CAT4 Quectel EG25G
Protections Hardware watchdog, reverse polarity
Internal data connection for controlled devices Modbus TCP/IP, Modbus RTU, CAN
External data connection for remote control MQTT, REST API, Modbus TCP/IP
Mean time to first failure (MTTF) > 200,000 hours
Dimensions and weight Dimensions: 110 x 30 x 110 mm Weight: 220 g
IP protection and material IP20, ABS and PC
Operating temperature -25 to 55 °C
Accommodation Indoor, DIN rail mountable housing
Warranty 5-year warranty
Compliance and Certifications The product complies with the requirements of the relevant European harmonized standards. Standards applied: EN 62368-1 (product safety); EN 55032, EN 55035 (electromagnetic compatibility); EN 61000-4-2 / -3 / -5 / -6 (EMC immunity); ETSI EN 301 489-1, EN 301 489-17, EN 301 489-52; EN 300 328 (WLAN / Bluetooth); EN 301 511, EN 301 908 series (LTE); EN 303 413 (GNSS)

Hardware Functions of the Control Unit

Modular design - Designed for industrial use
The modular design of the control unit allows it to be flexibly adapted to the requirements of various industrial applications. The system can be easily customized with digital I/O modules and communication interfaces, thus always offering an optimized solution for the task at hand.

The device complies with industrial EMC standards, ensuring a high level of interference immunity against electromagnetic effects and network disturbances. This makes it reliable for use in industrial environments where continuous operation and stable data connections are essential requirements. Thanks to its DIN rail mountable design, it can be easily integrated into existing cabinets and industrial infrastructures. Its long-term availability and scalability make it the ideal choice for projects where flexibility, operational reliability, and cost-effectiveness are all important considerations.

2 Ethernet interfaces - separate Internet and intranet
The control unit has two separate Ethernet ports, which allow the Internet and intranetnetworks to be separated. One port provides internet connectivity – for example, for remote monitoring, data transmission, or access to cloud services. If required, controlled devices can also be connected to this network, giving them direct internet access for their own monitoring systems or software updates.

The other port, on the other hand, allows for the creation of a separate, protected internal network (intranet). When controlled devices are connected here, they do not have Internet access, which ensures a higher level of security. This is particularly advantageous in industrial environments where network policies strictly limit Internet access to internal systems.

Separating the two ports thus guarantees secure and uninterrupted local control, while maintaining flexibility for providing Internet access as needed.

RS-485 interface – for integrating older devices
The RS-485 interface of the control unit also allows you to manage devices that do not yet support Modbus TCP communication. For example, older inverters or other industrial devices can be easily integrated into the system via the Modbus RTU protocol, ensuring compatibility and long-term operation even in mixed infrastructures.