phyCONTROL-Ain
Innovation-open IIoT platform
Intelligent and future-proof control unit in a DIN rail housing
- Industrial and long-term available i.MX 8M Plus Cortex-A53/-M7 controller
- Machine learning without cloud connection
- Two independent camera interfaces for e.g. 2D/3D image processing
- Support for a variety of industrial network standards (5x Gbit Ethernet (4x TSN), CAN FD, I2C, SPI, uw)
- Protection of customer data and know-how through optional TPM chip
- Open to innovation through extension plugs
- OEM modifiable regarding branding and delivery condition
- Connection for LVDS display and HDMI monitor
- miniPCIe slot for radio modules (BT / WLAN / LTE) and SSD storage
- Extension packages available for special application areas
- DIN rail housing available in various colors and printing
- Implementation of own application software
- Current Yocto-based Linux BSP (LTS kernel)
- Prepared for update and device management
This IIoT pre-service package is ideal for new Industry 4.0 and retrofit solutions – fully prepared for intelligent data analysis and control in a wide range of applications.
The phyCONTROL‑Ain is the powerful and intelligent all-rounder from the family of OEM solutions. Thanks to a wide range of industrial interfaces, two camera interfaces, optional display connections, a miniPCIe slot, and much more, the application possibilities are virtually unlimited, whether for Industry 4.0 (e.g., robot control), IIoT applications (e.g., edge computing), medical technology, and much more. The core, the i.MX 8M Plus Application Processor, boasts high computing power, outstanding graphics capabilities, and the ability to run real-time applications, as well as a powerful NPU (Neural Processing Unit). This enables AI and machine learning without a cloud connection.
Flexible assembly options and additional packages enable optimal adaptation to the requirements regarding application area and cost structure. A sophisticated range of Services allows for quick and uncomplicated series production and ensures an easy, fast and successful market launch. Services includes, for example, partial or complete development, production and assembly, branding and labeling, packaging and logistics.
Your benefits
- Price/performance optimization through flexible assembly options
- Comprehensive advance service package for the fast and cost-effective implementation of your innovative ideas
- Easy market launch and success with applications for e.g. embedded imaging, artificial intelligence, industrial communication (especially TSN)
- Individual, cost-effective extension for your interface needs through extension plugs
- Easy integration of your systems into cloud solutions
- Security for your customers through Secure Boot, Secure Root File System and certificate management
- Current Linux/Yocto versions from the start including long-term maintenance
- Update service for your customers through device management solutions from PHYTEC
- Future-proof through long-term care and expansion
- Expansion packages for embedded imaging and AI
| Module | phyCORE-i.MX 8M Plus |
| Processor | i.MX 8M Plus |
| Architecture | ARM Cortex-A53 / Cortex-M7 |
| Frequency | 4x 1.6 GHz + 800 MHz |
| Security | TPM Chip, Secure boot, TrustZone, SNVS, SRTC, SJC |
| Ethernet | 5x 10/100/1000BASE-T (4x TSN support) |
| Wireless | via Mini PCIe Slot |
| USB | USB-C 3.0, 2x USB 2.0 host |
| Serial | 2x UART on Expansion Connector |
| CAN | 2x CAN FD on Expansion Connector |
| PCle | 1x miniPCIe (plus Micro-SIM Card Socket) |
| MMC/SD/SDIO | microSD Card Slot |
| Sensors | Temperature |
| Expansion Connector | I²C, SPI, SDIO (4-bit), 2x UART, 2x CAN FD, USB 2.0 host |
| Display | HDMI2.0a, 2x LVDS (Internal) |
| Camera | 1x phyCAM-L (long cable), 1x MIPI CSI-2 (phyCAM-M) |
| User Control Elements | 1x Reset Button, 4x LED (3x user-programmable) |
phyCONTROL®-Ain
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