Interface Boards

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
EWM-W162M201E

EWM-W162M201E

Advantech

WIFI 802 MODULES

0

AMO-HSDPA02E

AMO-HSDPA02E

Advantech

U-BLOX HSDPA MINI PCIE CBL ANT

0

PCM-3680-BE

PCM-3680-BE

Advantech

PC-104 DUAL PORT ISOLATED CANMOD

0

PCA-AUDIO-HDA1E

PCA-AUDIO-HDA1E

Advantech

MOD AUD EXTENSION W/BRACKET

0

EMIO-100S-MPU10E

EMIO-100S-MPU10E

Advantech

1 CH RS232/422/485 MOCULE W/O EX

0

GFX-AE8860N16-5M

GFX-AE8860N16-5M

Advantech

E8860 2G DDR5 MXM DEFAULT: DVI2

0

PCI-1602B-CE

PCI-1602B-CE

Advantech

2-PORT RS-232/422/485 PCI COMM.

11

AIMB-AUDIO-HDA1E

AIMB-AUDIO-HDA1E

Advantech

AUDIO-CARD FOR AIMB

0

DVP-7642E

DVP-7642E

Advantech

VIDEO CARD W/SDK 8-CH HW

0

ITAM-NC01-C0A1E

ITAM-NC01-C0A1E

Advantech

8-PORT GBE ITAM MODULE WITH RJ45

0

DVP-7031HE

DVP-7031HE

Advantech

4-CH HDMI H.264/MPEG4 PCIEX4 SOF

0

DVP-7017HE

DVP-7017HE

Advantech

1 -CH SDI H.264 MINI-PCIE SOFTWA

0

ITA-EM-NC22-F0A1E

ITA-EM-NC22-F0A1E

Advantech

4-PORT GBE ITAM MODULE WITH SFP

0

PCM-3612-BE

PCM-3612-BE

Advantech

PC/104 DUAL-PORT RS-422/485 PC/1

0

MIOE-110L-00A1E

MIOE-110L-00A1E

Advantech

MULTI COM MOD FOR MIOE ULTRA SBC

0

PCM-3618-AE

PCM-3618-AE

Advantech

PC/104 8 PORT RS-422/485 HIGH-SP

0

MIOE-120L-00A1E

MIOE-120L-00A1E

Advantech

1X GIGABIT LAN USB MINI-PCI H

0

MIOE-3680-AE

MIOE-3680-AE

Advantech

2 PORT CAN BUS WITH ISOLATION PR

0

GFX-AR560F16-5A

GFX-AR560F16-5A

Advantech

VIDEO CARD RX560 4G DDR5 HDMI

0

EWM-W142H01E

EWM-W142H01E

Advantech

802.11 B/G/N,AR9287,2T2R,HALF SI

0

Interface Boards

1. Overview

Interface boards for embedded computers are hardware components that facilitate communication between embedded systems and external devices. These boards convert data protocols, manage signal transmission, and ensure compatibility across different hardware architectures. They play a critical role in enabling seamless integration of sensors, actuators, communication modules, and peripheral devices in modern technology, supporting applications from industrial automation to consumer electronics.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Communication Interface BoardsSupport protocols like RS-232, RS-485, CAN, SPI, I2C, and EthernetIndustrial sensors, automotive control units
Digital I/O BoardsProvide programmable input/output channels for binary signalsFactory automation, robotics
Analog I/O BoardsHandle continuous voltage/current signals for precision measurementsMedical equipment, test instruments
Sensor Interface BoardsIntegrate ADC/DAC converters and signal conditioning circuitsEnvironmental monitoring systems
Bus Interface BoardsBridge between embedded systems and standard buses (PCIe, USB, UART)Consumer electronics, aerospace systems

3. Structure and Components

Typical interface boards consist of:

  • PCB substrate with multi-layer routing
  • Connectors (e.g., DB9, RJ45, M12, USB-C)
  • Microcontroller or FPGA for protocol handling
  • Interface-specific chips (e.g., MAX232 for RS-232, CAN transceivers)
  • Power management modules (voltage regulators, isolation circuits)
  • Optional onboard memory (EEPROM, Flash)
  • Thermal management features (heat sinks, thermal vias)

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterImportance
Interface TypeDetermines compatibility with connected devices
Data Transfer RateImpacts system response time (up to 10 Gbps in high-speed interfaces)
Operating TemperatureIndustrial (-40 C to +85 C) vs. commercial (0 C to 70 C) ranges
Power ConsumptionCritical for battery-powered embedded systems
Physical DimensionsAffects integration into compact devices
EMI/EMC ComplianceEnsures reliable operation in electrically noisy environments

5. Application Fields

  • Industrial Automation: PLCs, CNC machines, SCADA systems
  • Medical Devices: MRI scanners, patient monitors, diagnostic equipment
  • Automotive: ECU interfaces, ADAS systems, infotainment units
  • Consumer Electronics: Smart home devices, wearable tech
  • Aerospace: Avionics systems, flight control interfaces

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerRepresentative Product
AdvantechPCM-3680 (Industrial I/O board with multiple interfaces)
National InstrumentsCompactDAQ (Modular data acquisition system)
NXP SemiconductorsKinetis K64F (ARM Cortex-M4 based development board)
TI (Texas Instruments)Tiva C Series TM4C123G (USB-enabled microcontroller board)
SiemensSIMATIC IOT2000 (Industrial IoT gateway with multiple interfaces)

7. Selection Recommendations

Key considerations include:

  • Application Requirements: Match interface types and speeds to system needs (e.g., CAN FD for automotive diagnostics)
  • Environmental Factors: Choose ruggedized boards for vibration/dust-prone environments
  • Future-Proofing: Select boards supporting emerging standards (e.g., PCIe 4.0)
  • Software Support: Verify availability of drivers and SDKs for target OS
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis: Balance performance requirements against budget constraints

8. Industry Trends

  • Miniaturization: Development of sub-10mm interface modules for wearable devices
  • Integration: Combining multiple interface types on single-board computers (SBCs)
  • Wireless Convergence: Growth of Bluetooth/Wi-Fi 6 interface boards
  • AI-Enhanced: Boards with onboard neural processing units (NPUs) for edge computing
  • Industrial 4.0: Time-sensitive networking (TSN) interfaces for real-time automation
  • Green Design: Low-power interfaces compliant with Energy Star standards
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