EDGE gateway NFX8M-D2-N32-012

communicationsecurityindustrial

Overview
netFIELD Edge devices act as intelligent data routers between OT (operational technology) and IT layers in automated environments. Using containerised applications, these devices aggregate, process and forward IIoT data in parallel to production systems. The device includes a secured Linux base, web configuration interface and two independent container engines; optional remote management is available via netFIELD Cloud for centralised lifecycle and container management.

Highlights

• ARM-processor-compatible embedded computer for industrial deployments
• Preinstalled 64-bit OS, web front-end and container engines
• Supports containers based on ARM32/64 architectures
• Secure boot and TPM 2.0 for device integrity
• Optional central device and container management via netFIELD Cloud
• Integrated CAN interface and 4x DI / 4x DO digital I/O

Protocols

• Ethernet

Technical specifications

• Part number: 1918.012
• Product name: NFX8M-D2-N32-012
• Commercial designation: netFIELD Compact X8MC
• Function: IT/OT edge gateway for IIoT, Industry 4.0 and automation projects; optional netFIELD Cloud connectivity
• Processor / CPUs: 1.8 GHz quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 64Bit (NXP i.MX8M Mini)
• RAM: 2 GByte LPDDR4
• Storage: 32 GByte eMMC flash, approx. 50 TBW (Terabytes Written)
• Operating system: netFIELD OS based on Security Enhanced YOCTO Linux
• Container support: Standard Docker (local/manual) and IoT Edge Docker (remote/automatic via netFIELD Cloud)
• Local Device Manager: Web-based GUI for local parameterization
• Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0: Infineon SLB 9670
• Secure boot: High Assurance Boot — only signed software
• Access / Security: HTTPS, TLS
• Power supply: Unregulated +8 V DC ... +30 V DC IN (typical +24 V DC). Note: >30 V may cause damage; <8 V may cause shutdown. Max cable length to PSU: 30 m
• Current consumption (typical): without USB: 110 mA @24 V DC or 220 mA @12 V DC; with USB: 350 mA @24 V DC with two USB ports (max total across three USB ports: 1 A)
• Power connector: 5.5 x 2.5 mm coaxial jack with bayonet lock
• Real-time clock buffering: On-board 3V 120mAh battery (SBR1632), RoHS compliant, 10 years service interval
• Ethernet LAN: ETH1: 1 Gbit/s (eth0 in netFIELD OS); ETH2: 100 Mbit/s (eth1). Connectors: 2 x RJ45
• CAN interface: Controller MCP2518FD; Modes: CAN 2.0A, CAN 2.0B, CAN FD; Data rate (CAN FD) up to 8 Mbps; Connector: Kunacon PDFD254205
• Digital inputs (4 DI): 4-channel CLT3-4B, EN 61131-2 compliant; Supply: external +24 V (min +12 V, max +30 V); VIN Low recognized up to +4 V; VIN High from +6 V; Connector: Kunacon PDFD254205
• Digital outputs (4 DO): 4-channel VNI4140K solid-state relay, EN 61131-2 compliant; Supply: external +24 V (min +12 V, max +30 V); Max output current: 0.5 A per channel; Connector: Kunacon PDFD254205
• Additional interfaces: 3 x USB 2.0 Type-A (total max current across all USB ports: 1 A)
• Console: Serial UART-to-USB interface, Mini USB connector
• Serial port: RS-232 or RS-485 (2-wire/half-duplex), terminal block
• LED indicators: User-programmable yellow/green duo LED; Ethernet LINK (green) and ACT (yellow); Power-on orange LED
• Dimensions (without plugs/mounting bracket): 112 x 84 x 25 mm; with plugs/bracket approx. 180 x 118 x 27 mm
• Weight with mounting bracket: approx. 360 g
• Housing material: Aluminum
• Degree of protection: IP20
• Mounting: DIN top hat rail or wall mounting (2 x M4 screws)
• MTTF: 151000 h
• Ambient conditions: Operating temperature: –20 °C … +60 °C; Storage: –40 °C … +85 °C
• Relative humidity: Operation 10 % … 90 %; Storage 5 % … 95 %
• Compliance / EMC: EN 55032/5, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-3
• Safety standard: EN/UL/IEC 62368-1
• Conformity: CE: Yes; UKCA: Yes; RoHS: Yes