New analog I/O boards improve versatility of modular industrial controller

Sfera Labs has released two new expansion boards for its Strato Pi Max modular industrial controller: the Industrial Analog Inputs X2-Series Expansion Board (X2BI10XAIZ) and the Industrial Analog Outputs X2-Series Expansion Board (X2BI10XAOZ).

The Strato Pi Max is not just a robust, DIN-rail-mounted industrial edge server – it is a modular powerhouse designed for demanding environments. By combining the Raspberry Pi Compute 4 or 5 processing capabilities and the RP2040 MCU with industrial-grade reliability, Strato Pi Max is ideal for a wide range of applications in industrial automation, IoT, and edge computing.

Now, with the introduction of two new expansion boards, the versatility and functionality of Strato Pi Max reach new heights. These boards seamlessly integrate with the Strato Pi Max, broadening its capabilities and enabling users to tailor the system precisely to their control application needs. This compact and powerful industrial controller offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to adapt and expand its functionality as your projects evolve.

The X2BI10XAIZ expansion board supplies four 4-20mA and four 0-10V, galvanically isolated, highly accurate inputs to connect standard industrial probes, and two additional inputs specific for PT100 and PT1000 temperature sensors. The analog signals are converted by the 24-bit AD4112 ADC, which provides high accuracy and resolution. The board also features a 5V auxiliary power output and two digital I/O lines compatible with protocols like 1-Wire, Wiegand, and I²C. This board is ideal for monitoring and controlling industrial processes, such as temperature sensing in manufacturing, current and voltage monitoring in energy management systems, and data acquisition in IoT applications.

The X2BI10XAOZ expansion board provides four analog outputs, configurable as 0-10V voltage or 0-20mA current drivers. It also includes two digital I/O lines and a 5V auxiliary power output, making it a versatile solution for controlling industrial actuators, valves, and other analog devices. The X2BI10XAOZ is excellent for controlling actuators, valves, motors, and other industrial equipment needing analog signals. It can be used in various applications, including process control, building automation, test and measurement setup and robotics.

The release of these new expansion boards underscores Sfera Labs' commitment to empowering industrial automation and IoT. The company enables businesses to innovate and optimise their operations by providing flexible, reliable, and easy-to-use tools. Whether monitoring temperature in a room, controlling actuators in a manufacturing plant, or developing advanced IoT solutions, the Strato Pi Max and its expansion boards deliver the performance and reliability required for today's industrial challenges.