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The EC100 Open Source ARM Industrial Computer is powered by the Rockchip RK3506J triple-core processor (3 x Cortex-A7@1.2GHz) with AMP heterogeneous multi-core scheduling, delivering supercharged performance with high efficiency and low power consumption.
Built for industrial-grade reliability, the EC series is the ideal solution for edge computing, smart factories, energy monitoring, and automated control systems.
Key Features
Open System
Offers full SDK and API documentation for rapid secondary development
“Dual-N” Architecture
Node-RED 4.0 and NeuronEX-Lite for visual logic and data acquisition
Industrial-Grade Reliability
Operates from −40°C to 85°C with 9–36V wide voltage input
Seamless Integration
Eliminates IT/OT barriers and cuts integration costs by 70%
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EC Series Products
The EC Series ARM Industrial Computers include three families: EC100 (RK3506J), EC300 (RK3562J), and EC700(RK3588J), offering different performance levels and hardware configurations. See the table below for details.
| Category | Parameter | EC100 | EC301 | EC500 | EC700 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| System Resources | CPU | RK3506J | RK3562J | RK3572J | RK3588J |
| Processor | 3 × Cortex-A7 | 4 × Cortex-A53 | 2*Cortex-A73 6*Cortex-A53 | 4*Cortex-A76 4*Cortex-A55 |
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| RAM | 512MB | 2GB | 4GB | 8GB | |
| eMMC | 4GB | 16GB | 64GB | 128GB | |
| GPU | N/A | Mali-G52 2EE | Mali G310 | Mali G610 MC4 | |
| NPU | N/A | 1 TOPS | 4Tops | 6 TOPS (Expandable) | |
| SD Card Slot | Micro SD Card Slot | Micro SD Card Slot | Micro SD Card Slot | Micro SD Card Slot | |
| SSD | N/A | M.2 NVMe SSD Slot | M.2 NVMe SSD Slot | M.2 NVMe SSD Slot | |
| Operating System | Embedded Linux | Embedded Linux | Embedded Linux | Embedded Linux | |
| Wireless Communication | 4G/5G | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wi-Fi | N/A | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| HaLow Wi-Fi | Optional | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
| Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | N/A | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Fast Ethernet | 2 | 1 | N/A | N/A | |
| Communication Interfaces | USB 2.0 | N/A | 2 | N/A | N/A |
| USB 3.0 | N/A | N/A | 2 | 4 | |
| Debug Interface | Type-C | Type-C | Type-C | Type-C | |
| LED | 4 (2 user-programmable) | 6 (4 user-programmable) | 6 (4 user-programmable) | 4 (0 user-programmable) | |
| RS232 | N/A | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| RS485 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | |
| CAN | 2 | 2 | N/A | N/A | |
| Digital Input (DI) | N/A | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
| Digital Output (DO) | N/A | 2 | 2 | 2 | |
| Analog Input (AI) | N/A | N/A | 2 | N/A | |
| Analog Output (AO) | N/A | N/A | 2 | N/A | |
| Multimedia | Touchscreen | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| HDMI Output | N/A | ✓ | ✓ (1 Input / 1 Output) | ✓ (1 Input / 1 Output) | |
| Audio Output | N/A | 3.5mm Earphone Jack | 3.5mm Earphone Jack | 3.5mm Earphone Jack | |
| Hardware Specifications | Operating Voltage | 9–36V | 9–36V | 9–36V | DC12V |
| Operating Current | 75mA / 12V | 350mA / 12V | -mA/12V | 3000mA/12V | |
| Certification | CE | CE | CE | CCC | |
| Operating Temperature | -40~85°C | -40~85°C | -40~85°C | -20~70℃ | |
| Software Features | Remote Maintenance | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Remote Management | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Node-RED | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| NeuronEX | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Fuxa | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Secondary Development | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Open System | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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Main Functions
Node-RED visual programming
Powered by Node-RED visual programming, EC100 enables rapid automation development with drag-and-drop workflow design, zero-code control strategy creation, and intelligent application deployment in minutes.
NeuronEX Protocol Hub Integration
With support for NeuronEX Industrial Protocol Hub, EC100 enables seamless connectivity to over 100 industrial protocols, high-frequency concurrent data acquisition, and flexible expansion through a modular driver architecture.
Remote Management
Free remote operation and maintenance software supports remote management, diagnostics, configuration, and debugging, enabling efficient device maintenance and improved operational efficiency.
Comprehensive Device Management
EC100 integrates a comprehensive device management system for real-time status monitoring, network configuration, firewall management, and efficient device maintenance.
Typical Use Cases
1. Deploy Custom Industrial Applications Faster
Many equipment manufacturers and system integrators need to develop customized industrial solutions but often spend significant time building basic system functions.
EC100 provides an open Linux industrial computing platform with integrated software capabilities, allowing developers to focus on application development rather than on underlying system functions. With Node-RED, NeuronEX support, remote management, and development resources, EC100 helps accelerate industrial application deployment.
2. Remote Management for Distributed Industrial Devices
Managing industrial devices deployed across multiple locations can be challenging when physical access is required for maintenance and troubleshooting.
EC100 provides remote management capabilities that enable engineers to monitor device status, perform diagnostics, and maintain deployed systems. This helps equipment manufacturers and system integrators reduce service costs and improve after-sales efficiency.
3. Cost-Effective Embedded Industrial PC
Many industrial applications require a dedicated computing platform, but traditional industrial PCs can be expensive and oversized, while consumer-grade boards lack industrial reliability.
EC100 combines industrial-grade hardware, open Linux support, and flexible software deployment in a compact ARM-based platform, providing a cost-effective solution for equipment upgrades and customized embedded applications.
The Core Advantage
The EC100 combines industrial-grade hardware, an open Linux platform, integrated software tools, and remote management capabilities in one compact solution. It enables developers and system integrators to build and deploy customized industrial applications faster and more efficiently.
FAQ
Q1. Can I install and update Node-RED on EC100?
A1: Yes. EC100 is based on an open Linux system, allowing users to install, update, and customize Node-RED according to their project requirements.
Unlike deeply customized embedded systems, the EC100 provides a more open software environment, giving developers greater flexibility for application development and system customization.
Q2. Can I run my own applications on EC100?
A2: Yes. EC100 supports custom application deployment based on its open Linux environment. It supports common development environments, allowing engineers to extend device functions beyond standard gateway applications.
Q3. Can EC100 connect to PLCs and industrial devices?
A3: Yes. EC100 supports industrial interfaces such as RS485 and CAN, allowing connection with PLCs, meters, sensors, and other field devices.
With industrial protocol software such as NeuronEX, EC100 can collect and integrate field data with SCADA, MES, and industrial IoT platforms.
Q4. Can EC100 run MQTT Broker or MQTT applications?
Q4: Yes. The device can work as an MQTT client for industrial data communication. If an independent MQTT Broker is required, users can install and deploy MQTT Broker software according to their application needs.
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