Internet of Things

Entry-level serial-to-Ethernet device servers

The EKI-1511 series of serial-to-Ethernet device servers are industrial grade, entry-level serial-to-Ethernet device servers that support widely adopted RS-232/422/485 serial modes for serial-to-Ethernet protocol conversion. Their compact size and aff ordability are suitable for limited space applications, and projects requiring partial serial device digitalization. The EKI-1511 entry-level serial-to-Ethernet device servers are equipped with 1 x serial port and 1 x Ethernet port. This series enables protocol conversion between serial and Ethernet protocols while easing serial device internet connection. The EKI-1511L leverages common RS-232 standard interfaces to connect to computers and displays. Alternatively, EKI-1511X, delivers RS-422/485 standard interfaces and improved anti-interference performance. In sum, the varied selection of EKI-1511 devices accommodates diverse applications. The EKI-1511 series adheres to EMC and UL certifi cation standards. These compact devices are encased within an industrial-grade, ruggedized metal housing capable of withstanding impacts. The EKI-1511IL variant supports broad operating temperatures of -40 ~ 75 °C (-40 ~ 167 °F) and, like all of the EKI-1511 series, is an excellent solution for applications within harsh, limited-space environments. Recent increases in malicious cyber threats have brought OT security to the fore ont of customer concerns. Congruously, the EKI-1511 series has several management mechanisms that ensure safe data transmission. One mechanism — Secure Access IP — leverages a whitelist that grants communication access to devices with authorized IP addresses exclusively. Users can exploit this feature to defi ne/update IP whitelists according to the security needs of individual devices. Serial device IP-ization is the fi rst step into the world of industry 4.0. The EKI-1511 series is aimed at the entry-level device server market, providing an aff ordable solution capable of connecting PLC, meters, sensors, barcode scanners, and other serial devices to an IP-based Ethernet LAN using RS-232 or RS-422/485 interfaces. DW

Bluetooth module for low-budget applications

The BL5340 Series of Bluetooth 5.2 and 802.15.4 modules is based on Nordic Semiconductor’s nRF5340 system-on-chip (SoC). The Series delivers a secure dual-core MCU wireless solution. Leveraging the user accessible dual-core Arm Cortex M33 microcontroller, the BL5340 is for wireless connectivity. It allows wireless product designers to reduce the inevitable tradeoff s of how to e ciently support a network processor and a powerful performance processor to enable complex applications; one core can look a er the more simplistic Bluetooth LE so ware operation and tasks, eeing up the application processor to be clocked as their application needs between 128 or 64 MHz. Each processor core supports their own power management systems so ware, eliminating stack and application code contention. Additionally, the support for Bluetooth 5.2, Isochronous Channels and LE Audio provides next generation Bluetooth audio capabilities, opening up new use cases for product designers with stereo streaming and broadcast audio applications. The BL5340 Series brings out all the key nRF5340 hardware features and capabilities including USB access, power supply om 1.7V to 5.5V, and a true industrial operating range of -40 to 105°C. The BL5340 also has hardware support for NFC and 802.15.4 (Thread and Zigbee) and programing options for the Nordic nRFConnect SDK or Zephyr RTOS for maximum development fl exibility. So ware is available to examine a variety of example use cases that highlight the capabilities of the BL5340 hardware and its supporting development kit (DVK). This includes their core out-of-box (OOB) application that ships on every DVK enabling rapid testing of Bluetooth LE capabilities, Ethernet and cloud connectivity to AWS IoT. Further sample code, detailed documentation, and videos support a host of additional use cases such as condition-based monitoring, cold chain, and machine learning. Modular FCC, ISED, CE, RCM, MIC, and Bluetooth SIG approvals extend to an OEM’s design with no new testing, enabling faster time to market and reduced development risks. DW

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These IoT products quali for AWS IoT Core

Banner Engineering expanded its range of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions by quali ing multiple products to be compatible with Amazon Web Services (AWS) IoT Core. AWS IoT Core lets connected devices easily and securely interact with Cloud applications and other devices. The quali ed sensors and wireless solutions will be available in the AWS Partner Device Catalog, off ering users more options for sensor-to-cloud solutions. These qualifi ed solutions include Banner’s DXM series wireless controller and sensors for vibration monitoring on pumps and motors. The solutions can be expanded for other monitoring applications like temperature, tank level, current consumption, and more. The sensors and industrial wireless communication tools will provide customers with a broad range of solutions for their plant fl oor, whether they need an initial condition-monitoring application, or are undertaking a full digital transformation. Likewise, Banner’s existing customers will have new options for managing their device data using AWS Cloud services and rapidly expanding off erings. DW

Banner Engineering www.BannerEngineering.com

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