The Arduino Portenta Max Carrier transforms Portenta modules into versatile single-board computers or reference designs ideal for high-performance industrial, building automation, and robotics applications. By utilizing dedicated high-density connectors, it pairs seamlessly with Portenta X8 or H7 boards, facilitating easy prototyping and deployment of industrial projects.
Prototyping on Portenta Projects
The Max Carrier enhances prototyping by exposing the main peripherals of the Portenta family boards. It allows for straightforward debugging via the JTAG connector and inspection of CAN lines through dedicated pins. Additionally, it supports Ethernet connectivity testing and extends connectivity options to include CAT-M1, NB-IoT, and LoRa®.
Develop Your Own Industry 4.0 Platform
Combine industrial-strength durability with user-friendly features using the Portenta Max Carrier. This tool simplifies the implementation of edge computing in smart factories or warehouses, offering plug-and-play capabilities. It helps optimize manufacturing processes, manage material flows, control machinery remotely, and perform preventive maintenance, maximizing your innovation potential.
Additional Features
The Max Carrier augments Portenta connectivity with options such as Fieldbus, LoRa®, Cat-M1, and NB-IoT. It includes various plug-and-play connectors including Ethernet, USB-A, audio jacks, microSD, mini-PCIe, FD-CAN, and Serial RS232/422/485. Power options include an external supply (6-36V) or an onboard 18650 Li-ion battery connector with a 3.7V battery charger.
Specification:
-Connectors:
High-Density connectors compatible with Portenta products
2x USB-A female connectors
1x Gigabit Ethernet connector (RJ45)
1x FD-Can on RJ11
1x mPCIe
1x Serial RS232/422/485 on RJ12
-Audio:
3x audio jacks: stereo line-in/line-out, mic-in
Speaker connector
-Memory:
Micro SD
-Wireless modules:
Murata CMWX1ZZABZ-078 LoRa®
SARA-R412M-02B (Cat.M1/NB-IoT)
-Operating temperatures :
-40 °C to +85 °C (-40° F to 185 °F)
-Debugging:
Onboard JLink OB / Blackmagic probe
-Power/Battery:
Power Jack for external supply (6-36V)
On-board 18650 Li-ion battery connector with battery charger (3.7V)
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