Advantech’s new industrial communication gateways pioneer in green energy
Advantech has announced the launch of its latest Industrial Communication Gateway series, tailored to meet the evolving needs of the green energy market. This series featuring the new models, ECU-1370 and ECU-1260, represents years of continuous development and innovation and reflects Advantech’s commitment to sustainable energy solutions.
The ECU-1370 is designed with a Cortex-A53 Quad core 1.3GHz processor, 4GB DDR4, and 32GB eMMC, making it ideal for demanding applications. It offers multiple communication interfaces including 1 x CAN, 1 x RS-232/485, and 3 x GbE, along with 24 DI and 6 Relay outputs. This model operates efficiently in a wide temperature range of -40 to 80°C, ensuring reliability in various environmental conditions.
The ECU-1260 is equipped with a Cortex-A35 Dual Core 1GHz processor, 2GB DDR3L, and 16GB eMMC. It provides 1 x CAN, 3 x RS-232/485, and 2 x GbE interfaces. This model also features a durable design, capable of operating in temperatures ranging from -40 to 70°C, making it suitable for diverse industrial settings.
The Industrial Communication Gateway series stands out with its robust and versatile features, including multi-protocol support, high-performance IoT capabilities, and an industrial-grade design ensuring reliability in challenging environments. Most of the gateways are equipped with EdgeLink software, supporting over 200 OT drivers to connect to various devices, and enable smooth data flow across diverse protocols like IEC 61850, IEC 60870, OCPP, DNP3, and more. Also, leveraging the power of Advantech’s EdgeHub SaaS, the gateways in the large-scale infrastructures can be remotely monitored and managed on the single platform, saving 30% on setup and maintenance. The comprehensive gateway solutions facilitate seamless edge-to-cloud integration and simplifies the management of renewable energy systems like solar and wind power.
By focusing on the green energy market, Advantech is contributing to global efforts in reducing carbon emissions and promoting renewable energy sources. The series is expected to play a role in the management of solar, wind, and other renewable energy systems.
