Sfera Labs, a leading innovator in industrial-grade open solutions, is proud to announce the release of two new expansion boards for its Strato Pi Max modular industrial controller: the Industrial Analog Inputs X2-Series Expansion Board (X2BI10XAIZ) and the Industrial Analog Outputs X2-Series Expansion Board (X2BI10XAOZ).
Unleash the Power of Modular Expansion: Strato Pi Max, the Industrial Controller that Grows with Your Needs
The Strato Pi Max is not just a robust, DIN-rail-mounted industrial edge server—it’s a modular powerhouse designed for demanding environments. By combining the processing capabilities of the Raspberry Pi Compute 4 or 5 and the RP2040 microcontroller with industrial-grade reliability, Strato Pi Max is ideal for a wide range of applications in industrial automation, IoT, and edge computing.
Now, with the introduction of two new expansion boards, the versatility and functionality of Strato Pi Max reach new heights. These boards seamlessly integrate with the Strato Pi Max, broadening its capabilities and enabling users to tailor the system precisely to their control application needs. This compact and powerful industrial controller offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to adapt and expand its functionality as your projects evolve.
1. Industrial Analog Inputs X2-Series Expansion Board (X2BI10XAIZ)
The X2BI10XAIZ expansion board provides four 4-20mA and four 0-10V, galvanically isolated, highly accurate inputs to connect standard industrial probes, as well as two additional inputs specific for PT100 and PT1000 temperature sensors. The analog signals are converted by the 24-bit AD4112 ADC, which provides for high accuracy and resolution. The board also features a 5V auxiliary power output and two digital I/O lines compatible with protocols like 1-Wire, Wiegand, and I²C.
Use Cases: this board is perfect for monitoring and controlling industrial processes, such as temperature sensing in manufacturing, current and voltage monitoring in energy management systems, and data acquisition in IoT applications.
2. Industrial Analog Outputs X2-Series Expansion Board (X2BI10XAOZ)
The X2BI10XAOZ expansion board offers four analog outputs, configurable as either 0-10V voltage or 0-20mA current drivers. It also includes two digital I/O lines and a 5V auxiliary power output, making it a versatile solution for controlling industrial actuators, valves, and other analog devices.
Use Cases: The X2BI10XAOZ is ideal for controlling actuators, valves, motors, and other industrial equipment requiring analog signals. It can be used in various applications, including process control, building automation, test and measurements setup and robotics.
Empowering Industrial Automation and IoT
The release of these new expansion boards underscores Sfera Labs’ commitment to empowering industrial automation and IoT. By providing flexible, reliable, and easy-to-use tools, Sfera Labs is enabling businesses to innovate and optimize their operations. Whether it’s monitoring temperature in a room, controlling actuators in a manufacturing plant, or developing advanced IoT solutions, the Strato Pi Max and its expansion boards offer the performance and reliability needed for today’s industrial challenges.
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