Official Arduino Portenta Max Carrier Development Board - ABX00043
Official Arduino Portenta Max Carrier Development Board The Official Arduino Portenta Max Carrier is a powerful solution designed to transform Portenta modules into advanced single-board computers or reference designs. This versatile carrier enables edge AI applications for high-performance industrial, building automation, and robotics use cases. Compatible with the Portenta X8 or H7, it simplifies prototyping and deployment of industrial projects. The Arduino Portenta Max Carrier enhances connectivity options, providing support for Fieldbus, LoRa, Cat-M1, and NB-IoT, making it ideal for a wide range of applications. It features a variety of plug-and-play connectors including Ethernet, USB-A, audio jacks, microSD, mini-PCIe, FD-CAN, and Serial RS232/422/485. Powering the Max Carrier is flexible, as it can be supplied via an external source (6-36V) or through a 3.7V Li-ion battery using the onboard 18650 battery connector with an integrated charger. Features: High-Performance Edge AI: Transforms Portenta modules into single-board computers, enabling edge AI for industrial, building automation, and robotics applications. Broad Compatibility: Compatible with Portenta X8 and H7 modules, allowing for easy prototyping and deployment of industrial projects. Enhanced Connectivity Options: Supports multiple communication standards including Fieldbus, LoRa®, Cat-M1, and NB-IoT for seamless connectivity. Versatile Connectors: Equipped with a range of plug-and-play connectors such as Ethernet, USB-A, audio jacks, microSD, mini-PCIe, FD-CAN, and Serial RS232/422/485. Flexible Power Supply: Can be powered through an external supply (6-36V) or via the onboard 18650 Li-ion battery connector (3.7V) with a built-in battery charger. Robust Design for Industrial Use: Ideal for deployment in high-performance and rugged environments, supporting demanding industrial applications. Compact Form Factor: Maintains a small footprint while providing numerous features, making it suitable for space-constrained designs. Applications: Industrial Automation: Use the Portenta Max Carrier for creating smart factory systems, PLC replacements, and edge AI controllers that process data locally with real-time decision-making. Robotics and Mechatronics: Enable autonomous robots and robotic arms with vision processing, sensor integration, and reliable wireless communication using LoRa®, Cat-M1, or NB-IoT. Building Automation: Develop intelligent HVAC, lighting, and security control systems that optimize performance while maintaining connectivity through Fieldbus and Ethernet interfaces. Smart Energy and Utilities: Leverage the board’s rugged design for monitoring power grids, managing renewable energy assets, or implementing predictive maintenance at remote sites. IoT Gateways and Edge AI Systems: Create advanced IoT gateways that combine machine learning and cloud connectivity for smart data aggregation and analysis at the edge. Research and Prototyping: Ideal for R&D labs and prototyping environments, allowing rapid testing of industrial communication protocols, AI applications, and low-power designs.
- Easily prototype industrial applications and save time to market.
- A robust carrier that exposes Portenta peripherals (e.g., CAN, RS232/422/485, USB, mPCIe).
- Multiple connectivity options (Ethernet, LoRa, CAT-M1, and NB-IoT).
- MicroSD for data logging activities.
- Integrated audio jacks (line-in, line-out, and mic-in)
- Standalone when battery powered.
- Onboard JTAG debugger via micro-USB (for Portenta H7 only)
- Feature Specification
- Item Type Development Board
- Model Type Portenta
- Model No. ABX00043
- Storage Micro SD
- Connectors 1x FD-Can on RJ11, 1x Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45), 1x mPCIe, 1x Serial RS232/422/485 on RJ12, 2x USB-A female connectors, High-Density connectors compatible with Portenta products
- Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
- Wireless Modules Murata CMWX1ZZABZ-078 LoRa, SARA-R412M-02B (Cat.M1/NB-IoT)
- Debugging Onboard JLink OB
- Power Supply 6V to 36V DC, single cell Li-Ion battery
- SOM Socket Portenta High Density connector
- CAN Bus FD-CAN on RJ11
- USB HUB 2 x Female connectors