IOT-GATE-IMX8PLUS - Industrial IoT Gateway

ARM gateway starting from $146

  • Ideal for industrial control and monitoring
  • Extensive wireless and wired connectivity
  • Industrial build quality and reliability

IOT-GATE-IMX8PLUS Features

Feature Highlights

  • NXP i.MX8M-Plus CPU, quad-core Cortex-A53
  • Up to 8GB RAM and 128GB eMMC
  • LTE/4G modem, WiFi 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.3
  • 2x LAN, USB3.0, 2x USB2.0 and 2x CAN bus
  • Up-to 3x RS485 | RS232 and digital I/O
  • Bluetooth mesh, Thread and Zigbee
  • Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP and MQTT
  • Secure boot, TPM and Hardware Watchdog

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Optimized for Industrial Use

IOT-GATE-IMX8PLUS back
  • Fanless design in aluminum, rugged housing
  • Designed for reliability and 24/7 operation
  • Industrial temperature range of -40C to 80C
  • 5 year warranty and 15 year availability
  • Input voltage range of 8V to 36V and PoE client
  • Supports DIN-rail and wall mounting
SW support

Debian Linux and Yocto Project

  • Debian Linux, Yocto BSP and U-Boot
  • Open Software Architecture
  • Support for Docker, MS Azure IoT and Node-RED
  • Support for OTA updates with Mender
  • Support for BalenaOS platform
Works with BalenaOS

Also available as SBC and SOM

CompuLab_SOM_SBC_IOT-Gateway_product-family

Same CPU core and SW stack in different form-factors:

Why choose Compulab?

Long-term Availability

Direct Engineer Support

Mainline Linux and Yocto

In-House Manufacturing

Industrial Temperature

Configure-to-Order

Learn more about Compulab advantages

  • "Option" column specifies the configuration code required to have the particular feature.
  • "+" means that the feature is always available

CPU Core
CPUNXP i.MX8M Plus QuadLite, quad-core ARM Cortex-A53, 1.8GHz
C1800Q
NXP i.MX8M Plus Quad, quad-core ARM Cortex-A53, 1.8GHz
C1800QM
NPUAI/ML Neural Processing Unit, up to 2.3 TOPS
C1800QM
Real-Time
Co-processor		ARM Cortex-M7, 800Mhz
+

Memory and Storage
RAM1GB – 8GB, LPDDR4
D
Primary Storage16GB – 128GB eMMC flash, soldered on-board
N
Secondary Storage16GB – 128GB eMMC flash, optional add-on module
FXN

Display and Graphics
Display OutputDVI-D, up to 1080p60
+
GPU and VideoGC7000UL GPU
1080p60 HEVC/H.265, AVC/H.264
C1800QM

Network
LAN2x 1000Mbps Ethernet ports, RJ45 connectors
+
WiFi and Bluetooth
802.11ax WiFi and Bluetooth 5.3 BLE
Implemented with Intel WiFi 6E AX210 module
2x 2.4GHz / 5GHz rubber duck antennas
WB
Wireless MeshBluetooth mesh, Thread, Zigbee
Implemented with Nordic Semiconductor nRF52840 module
2.4GHz rubber duck antenna
WM
Cellular4G/LTE CAT4 cellular module, Quectel EC25-E (EU bands)
JEC25E
4G/LTE CAT4 cellular module, Quectel EC25-A (US bands)
JEC25A
4G/LTE CAT4 cellular module, Quectel EG25-GGD (global bands)
JEG25G
SIM card socket
+
Cellular rubber duck antenna
JEC25x or JEG25G
GNSSGPS
Implemented with Quectel EC25 module
JEC25x or JEG25G

I/O
USB2x USB2.0 ports, type-A connectors (back panel)
+
1x USB3.0 port, type-A connector (front panel)
+
RS485 / RS232Up-to 3x RS485 (half-duplex) | RS232 ports
Isolated, terminal-block connector
FxRS4 /
FxRS2
CAN bus1x CAN bus port
Isolated, terminal-block connector
+
Additional 1x CAN bus port
Isolated, terminal-block connector
FCCAN
Digital I/O4x digital outputs + 4x digital inputs
Isolated, 24V compliant with EN 61131-2, terminal-block connector
FDIO
Analog Input4x analog inputs, 0...10V / 4…20mA
Isolated, terminal block connector
FXADC
Debug1x serial console via UART-to-USB bridge, micro-USB connector
+
Support for NXP SDP/UUU protocol, micro-USB connector
+
Expansion ConnectorExpansion connector for add-on boards
LVDS, SDIO, USB, SPI, I2C, GPIOs
not FXxx

System
RTCReal time clock operated from on-board coin-cell battery
+
WatchdogHardware watchdog
+
SecuritySecure boot, implemented with i.MX8M Plus HAB module
+
TPM 2.0, Infineon SLB9670
* implemented with add-on board installed in expansion connector
FXTPM
LEDs2x general purpose LEDs
+
PoESupport for PoE (powered device)
POE

Electrical Specifications
Power Supply
DC input: unregulated 8V to 36V
Reverse voltage protection
Power Consumption2.5W - 8W, depending on system load and configuration

Mechanical Specifications
Dimensions132 x 84 x 25 mm
Enclosure MaterialAluminum housing
CoolingPassive cooling, fanless design
Weight550 gram

Compliance
RegulatoryFCC, CE, UKCA
EMCEN 55032/5, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-3
SafetyEN/UL/IEC 62368-1

Reliability and Environmental
MTTF> 200,000 hours
Warranty5 years
Operation TemperatureCommercial: 0° to 60° C
Industrial: -40° to 80° C
Storage Temperature-40° to 85° C
Relative Humidity10% to 90% (operation)
05% to 95% (storage)

Hardware Resources

Hardware Documents
Design Resources

Software Resources

Debian Yocto Linux Balena OS U-Boot

    Archive

    For previous versions of the IOT-GATE-IMX8PLUS and SBC-IOT-IMX8PLUS software packages, please refer to the IOT-GATE-IMX8PLUS and SBC-IOT-IMX8PLUS software archive.

    IOT-GATE-IMX8PLUS Evaluation Kit

    Hardware

    • IOTG-IMX8PLUS-C1800QM-D4-N32-WB-JEC25x-FARS4-FBRS2-FDIO-POE-PS-XL-TIC
    • Extra two RS485 I/O modules
    • Extra two RS232 I/O modules
    • Expansion add-on break-out board
    • TPM add-on board
    • DIN-rail mounting bracket
    • Wall mounting bracket
    • DC terminal block adapter
    • DC Y-cable
    • USB cable

    NOTE: select eval-kit modem type according to cellular bands required for your region.

    Kit Price: $595

    Technical Support

    • Technical support for 12 months.
    • 45-day trial period. The evaluation kit will be accepted for refund if the user finds the product not suitable for his needs.

    Documents and Guides

    Product status: Active

    Compulab part number specifies all options available for a particular product.

    P/N template: IOTG-IMX8PLUS-Cx-Dx-Nx-[WB]-[Jx]-[FAx]-[FBx]-[FCx]-[FDIO]-[POE]-[PS]-[Xx]-[Tx]

    Product Configuration Options

    FeatureOptionsP/N code
    CPUi.MX8M Plus QuadLite 1.8GHz
    i.MX8M Plus Quad 1.8GHz with VPU and NPU    		C1800Q
    C1800QM
    RAM size1GB
    2GB
    4GB
    8GB    		D1
    D2
    D4
    D8
    Primary Storage
    (soldered on-board)    		16GB eMMC (MLC)
    32GB eMMC (MLC)
    64GB eMMC (MLC)
    128GB eMMC (MLC)    		N16
    N32
    N64
    N128
    WiFi & Bluetoothnone
    WiFi 802.11ax and Bluetooth    		-
    WB
    Cellular modemnone
    LTE CAT4, Quectel EC25-E (EU bands)
    LTE CAT4, Quectel EC25-A (US bands)
    LTE CAT4 Quectel EG25-GGD (global bands)    		-
    JEC25E
    JEC25A
    JEG25G
    Serial I/O add-on
    module A
    		none
    RS232
    RS485    		-
    FARS2
    FARS4
    Serial I/O add-on
    module B    		none
    RS232
    RS485    		-
    FBRS2
    FBRS4
    Serial I/O add-on
    module C    		none
    RS232
    RS485
    CAN bus (additional port)    		-
    FCRS2
    FCRS4
    FCCAN
    Digital I/O add-on
    module D    		none
    4x DI + 4x DO    		-
    FDIO
    Extension boardnone
    TPM add-on
    Analog input add-on
    32GB eMMC add-on
    64GB eMMC add-on
    128GB eMMC add-on    		-
    FXTPM
    FXADC
    FXN32
    FXN64
    FXN128
    Power over Ethernetnone
    PoE powered mode    		-
    POE
    Power Supplynone
    12V wall-mount PSU    		-
    PS
    Software Preloadingnone
    Debian Linux
    Custom image    		-
    XL
    Xx
    Temperature rangeCommercial
    Industrial Certified
    Industrial Tested    		-
    TIC
    TIT

    IOT-GATE-IMX8PLUS package contents

    Item
    Description
    Docs
    IOT-GATE-IMX8PLUS WiFi / BT antenna
    		WiFi / BT antennas
    2x 2.4GHz / 5GHz rubber duck antennas with RP-SMA connector
    should be assembled on WiFi-A / BT and WiFi-B gateway connectors

    Included when IOT-GATE-IMX8PLUS is ordered with WB ordering code
    datasheet

    3D model
    IOT-GATE-IMX8PLUS cellular antenna
    		Cellular antenna
    Cellular rubber duck antenna with SMA connector
    should be assembled on WWAN gateway connector

    Included when IOT-GATE-IMX8PLUS is ordered with JEC25x ordering codes
    datasheet

    3D model
    IOT-GATE-IMX8PLUS 2x11-pin dual-raw plug
    		2x11-pin dual-raw plug
    Mating plug for the back-panel industrial I/O connector
    Manufacturer P/N: Kunacon PDFD25422500K
    datasheet
    IOT-GATE-RPi PSU
    		Power supply unit
    Wall mount PSU with DC plug lock
    Input 100-240VAC 50/60Hz, 36W output 12VDC 3A
    Includes US, EU, UK, AU AC blades

    Included when IOT-GATE-IMX8PLUS is ordered with the PS ordering code
    datasheet

    Additional accessories

    The following accessories are not included with the gateway and need to be ordered separately.

    Item Description
    P/N and Docs
    DIN rail kit
    		DIN-rail mounting kit

    Snap-on DIN-rail mounting bracket for installing the gateway
    in equipment racks and cabinets
    * Includes IOTG-ACC-BRKT
    IOTG-ACC-DINBRKT


    datasheet
    3D model
    Side DIN rail kit
    		Side DIN-rail mounting kit

    Snap-on DIN-rail bracket for side mounting the gateway
    in equipment racks and cabinets
    IOTG-ACC-DINSD

    datasheet
    3D model
    Wall / VESA mounting bracket
    		Wall / VESA mounting bracket

    A highly versatile bracket for mounting the gateway on
    a surface
    IOTG-ACC-BRKT

    datasheet
    3D model
    DC Y-cable
    		DC Y-cable

    DC cable with plug lock
    IOTG-ACC-CABDC

    datasheet
    DC terminal block adapter
    		DC terminal block adapter

    Adapter from DC plug with lock to terminal block
    IOTG-ACC-DC2TB

    datasheet
    IOT-GATE-RPi PSU
    		Power supply unit
    Wall mount PSU with DC plug lock
    Input 100-240VAC 50/60Hz, 36W output 12VDC 3A
    IOTG-ACC-PSU

    datasheet
    IOT-GATE-IMX8PLUS break-out add-on
    		Break-out add-on board

    Add-on board that exposes expansion connector signals on 100-mil headers
    IOTG-ACC-BRKOUT

    datasheet
    IOT-GATE-IMX8PLUS cellular antenna extender
    		Cellular antenna extender

    2m antenna extender cable with magnetic mount
    Should be used together with cellular antenna
    IOTG-ACC-ANTEXT

    datasheet