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
  • Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP and MQTT
  • Secure boot, TPM and Hardware Watchdog
  • Custom I/O expansions boards

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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
Storage16GB – 128GB eMMC flash, soldered on-board
N

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
Cellular4G/LTE CAT4 cellular module, Quectel EC25-E (EU bands)
JEC25E
4G/LTE CAT4 cellular module, Quectel EC25-A (US bands)
JEC25A
SIM card socket
+
Cellular rubber duck antenna
JEC25x
GNSSGPS
Implemented with Quectel EC25 module
JEC25x

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
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]

    Minimal Configuration

    Minimal configuration P/N: IOTG-IMX8PLUS-C1800Q-D1-N16
    1K-unit price:
    $146

    Optional Features

    FeatureOptionsP/N codeAdd ($)
    CPUi.MX8M Plus QuadLite 1.8GHz
    i.MX8M Plus Quad 1.8GHz with VPU and NPU    		C1800Q
    C1800QM    		-
    5
    RAM size1GB
    2GB
    4GB
    8GB    		D1
    D2
    D4
    D8    		-
    7
    24
    54
    Storage
    (soldered on-board)    		16GB eMMC (MLC)
    32GB eMMC (MLC)
    64GB eMMC (MLC)
    128GB eMMC (MLC)    		N16
    N32
    N64
    N128    		-
    4
    16
    35
    WiFi & Bluetoothnone
    WiFi 802.11ax and Bluetooth    		-
    WB    		-
    18
    Cellular modemnone
    LTE CAT4, Quectel EC25-E (EU bands)
    LTE CAT4, Quectel EC25-A (US bands)    		-
    JEC25E
    JEC25A    		-
    47
    47
    Serial I/O add-on
    module A
    		none
    RS232
    RS485    		-
    FARS2
    FARS4    		-
    7
    7
    Serial I/O add-on
    module B    		none
    RS232
    RS485    		-
    FBRS2
    FBRS4    		-
    7
    7
    Serial I/O add-on
    module C    		none
    RS232
    RS485
    CAN bus (additional port)    		-
    FCRS2
    FCRS4
    FCCAN    		-
    7
    7
    5
    Digital I/O add-on
    module D    		none
    4x DI + 4x DO    		-
    FDIO    		-
    15
    Extension boardnone
    TPM add-on board    		-
    FXTPM    		-
    8
    Power over Ethernetnone
    PoE powered mode    		-
    POE    		-
    5
    Power Supplynone
    12V wall-mount PSU    		-
    PS    		-
    10
    Software Preloadingnone
    Debian Linux
    Custom image    		-
    XL
    Xx    		-
    3
    Contact Sales
    Temperature rangeCommercial
    Industrial Certified
    Industrial Tested    		-
    TIC
    TIT    		-
    30
    70
    • Prices are specified in U.S. Dollars. Prices are periodically updated according to variations in component cost. Prices are subject to change without advance notice.

    Small Quantity Orders

    Pricing is specified for 1000-unit orders. In order to calculate the price for another quantity, multiply the unit price (with selected options) by the factor listed in the table below:

    QTY Factor
    1K 1.0
    5001.1
    1001.2
    101.3
    11.4

    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-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