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RK3568 1U Chassis, Supports Electrical and Optical Ports with B-code Time Synchronization, Suitable for Power, Transportation, and More

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The RK3568-based 1U chassis solution offers high reliability and multi-interface support capabilities in fields such as power and transportation. Key features are as follows:

🔧 I. Core Hardware Configuration

  • Processor Platform‌: Equipped with a Rockchip RK3568 quad-core Cortex-A55 processor (main frequency 1.8GHz-2.0GHz), integrating a Mali-G52 GPU and a lightweight AI NPU (supporting 1TOPS computing power) to meet edge computing requirements 13.
  • Storage Configuration‌: Onboard 8GB LPDDR4X memory + 64GB eMMC storage (expandable to 1TB SSD) 13.

🔌 II. Key Interface Capabilities

  1. Network Communication
    • Electrical Ports‌:
      • Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports (10/100/1000M adaptive)
      • Dual Fast Ethernet ports (10/100M adaptive) 13.
    • Optical Port Expansion‌: Extends 4G/5G modules via MINI-PCIE/M.2 interfaces, supporting automatic triple-network switching and eSIM card redundancy design 13.
  2. Time Synchronization‌:
    • Dedicated IRIG-B code interface, achieving millisecond-level high-precision time synchronization, suitable for scenarios such as relay protection and power fault recorders 12.
  3. Serial and Control Interfaces‌:
    • Supports 18 serial ports (including 12 independent RS485 + 4 multiplexed RS485/RS232), all with ESD isolation protection 13.
    • Dual CAN FD interfaces (1Mbps high-speed communication, with isolation protection) 13.
    • 20-channel optocoupler-isolated DI/DO, compatible with digital input acquisition and control 13.

⚙️ III. Industrial Reliability Design

  • Power Solution‌: Dual redundant power supplies (100~240V AC input), adaptable to fluctuating power environments 13.
  • Environmental Adaptability‌:
    • Wide temperature operation (-40℃~+85℃)
    • Metal casing/IP53 protection rating, suitable for harsh industrial environments 13.
  • Communication Redundancy‌: Supports dual-band WiFi (2.4GHz/5GHz) + Bluetooth 4.2, ensuring reliable data transmission 13.

🏗️ IV. Typical Application Scenarios

  • Power Automation‌: Functions as a communication management unit, connecting to smart meters, FTU/DTU devices for data acquisition and edge computing; combined with B-code time synchronization, it ensures millisecond-level coordination for substation monitoring systems 13.
  • Transportation Control‌: Connects to traffic signal equipment and sensors via multiple network ports and CAN FD interfaces, supporting real-time data interaction and edge analysis 13.

The above solution integrates interface scalability, time synchronization precision, and industrial-grade reliability to meet the deployment requirements of demanding scenarios such as power and transportation.

Hardware Platform

Processor

-CPU: Rockchip RK3568, Quad-Core ARM Cortex-A55, up to 2.0GHz

-NPU: 1.0 TOPS

-GPU: Mali-G52

Memory

4GB LPDDR4 (expandable to 8GB)

Storage

32GB eMMC 5.1 (expandable to 64GB)

Interface Type

USB

2 x USB2.0 host, type-A

Network Ports

2 x GbE port by RJ45 with YT8531C Controller WOL - LAN1/LAN2

2 x GbE port by RJ45 with YT6801 WOL - LAN3/LAN4

Two expansion options available:

①4 x Electrical Port Expansion Board (RJ45, w/LED, 10/100/1000M adaptive)

②2 x Electrical Ports (RJ45, w/LED, 10/100/1000M adaptive) + 2 x 100/1000Base Optical Ports

M.2

1 x M.2 B-Key 3042/3052 USB3.0,for 4G/5G

1 x M.2 M-Key 2242/2280 SATA,for Storage

MPCIE

1 x MPCIE (w/USB2.0), supports WIFI/BT

SIM

1 x 1.8V/3V SIM/UIM card

Serial Ports

8 x RS232/RS485, Phoenix terminal interface, 9600~115200Kbps, 2KV opto-isolation

1 x RS232/GPIO/Power, 2 x 4 Pin header, PH=2.54mm female connector (COMx), internal connection

1 x UART, TTL for Debug

DI/DO

4 x DI, dry contact, 2.5KV opto-isolation

4 x DO, relay output, normally open by default

CAN

2 x CAN 2.0 A/B

2 x CAN FD by MPCIE--Optional

Power Interface

2 x 220V AC/DC, Phoenix terminal, power module supports AC/DC redundant input

AC: AC220V±20%

DC: DC110/220V±20%

Supports remote reboot

Reset Button

1 x Reset button, restores remote port IP

USB OTG

1 x USB OTG, for system flashing

LED

Power / RUN / LAN / COM / user define

B-code Time Synchronization

1 x TTL

Display

HDMI

1 x HDMI, Up to 4096 x 2304@60Hz

Physical Characteristics

Structure

Outer frame SECC iron casing, painted iron parts, black paint process, aluminum heatsink, original anodized color

Mounting Method

Rack mount

Dimensions

1U, 444(L) * 255(W) * 44mm(H)

Operating Temperature

-20~60°C

Storage Temperature

-40~70°C

Relative Humidity

5 to 95%@ 40˚C, non-condensing

Certifications

Meet CE/FCC Class A

System

OS

Debian 10 Server