TEWS TPMC866-11 Industrial Control Module

I. Overview

TEWS TPMC866-11, as a high-performance embedded computing module, with its powerful processing capability and rich interface configuration, has become an important component in industrial control, aerospace, military equipment and other fields, providing solid computing and communication support for complex industrial scenarios.

II. Technical Parameters

(I) Core Processor and Memory

• Processor: Equipped with a high-performance multi-core processor with a main frequency of up to 2.0GHz. Its powerful computing capability enables it to process multiple complex tasks simultaneously, such as real-time data collection and analysis, and operation of control algorithms, meeting the needs of high-concurrency data processing in industrial scenarios.

• Memory Configuration: Equipped with 4GB DDR4 memory, which has high memory bandwidth and fast data read-write speed. It can provide fast data support for the processor, reduce delays in the data processing process, and ensure the smoothness of the system when processing large amounts of real-time data. It also supports memory expansion, and the memory capacity can be increased according to actual application needs to enhance the expandability of the module.

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(II) Storage Parameters

• Built-in Storage: Has 32GB eMMC flash memory. As a built-in storage medium, it has the characteristics of fast read-write speed, strong shock resistance and low power consumption. It is suitable for storing operating systems, application programs and key data, ensuring stable storage and fast access of data in industrial vibration environments.

• Expanded Storage Interface: Provides SATA interface and PCIe interface, supporting the connection of solid-state drives (SSD) or hard disk drives (HDD). It can realize storage expansion of massive data, meeting the needs of large-capacity storage such as historical data recording and log storage in industrial scenarios.

(III) Interface Parameters

• Communication Interface: Integrates 2 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, supporting high-speed network communication, which can realize fast data interaction with upper computers and other control modules, meeting the needs of industrial Ethernet communication; equipped with 4 RS-232/RS-485 serial interfaces, supporting a variety of serial communication protocols, suitable for connecting serial devices such as sensors and modems; also has USB 3.0 interfaces, supporting high-speed peripheral connections such as U disks, mobile hard drives and industrial cameras.

• I/O Interface: Includes 16 digital input interfaces and 16 digital output interfaces. The input voltage range is 24V DC, and the maximum output current is 0.5A. It can be directly connected to devices such as solenoid valves, indicator lights and proximity switches in industrial sites, realizing digital control and status monitoring of external devices.

• Expansion Interface: Provides a PCIe x4 expansion slot, supporting the connection of various PCIe interface expansion cards such as acquisition cards and communication cards, further enriching the functions of the module and improving the flexibility and expandability of the system.

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(IV) Environmental and Power Parameters

• Working Environment: The operating temperature range is -40℃ to 70℃, which can adapt to industrial environments with extreme high and low temperatures, such as cold outdoor equipment rooms and high-temperature metallurgical workshops; the relative humidity is 5% - 95% (non-condensing), and it can run stably in humid environments such as food processing workshops and water treatment plants; it has strong anti-vibration performance, with a vibration frequency in the range of 10 - 2000Hz and an acceleration of up to 10g, which can withstand the vibration impact during the operation of industrial equipment.

• Power Parameters: Adopts 12V DC power supply, with a power input range of 9 - 36V DC, which has a wide voltage adaptation range and can be compatible with different industrial power systems; the rated power consumption is about 25W, which effectively controls energy consumption while ensuring high-performance operation.

III. Functional Features

(I) Efficient Real-time Data Processing Capability

The combination of multi-core processor and high-speed memory in the TPMC866-11 module enables it to have excellent real-time data processing capability. In automated production lines, it can collect real-time data such as temperature, pressure and flow from multiple sensors, quickly analyze and calculate through built-in control algorithms, and generate control instructions in a timely manner and issue them to actuators, ensuring precise control of the production process. For example, in automobile welding production lines, the module can process the position and speed data of welding robots in real time, adjust welding parameters, ensure the consistency of welding quality, and greatly improve production efficiency and product qualification rate.

(II) Rich Interfaces and Flexible Expandability

The module integrates a variety of industrial standard interfaces such as Gigabit Ethernet, serial interface, USB interface and digital I/O interface, which can seamlessly connect with various devices in industrial sites without the need for additional interface conversion equipment, simplifying the hardware architecture of the system. At the same time, the PCIe expansion slot and storage expansion interface provide sufficient space for the expansion of system functions. When it is necessary to increase data acquisition channels, acquisition cards can be installed through the PCIe slot; when a large amount of historical data needs to be stored, large-capacity hard disks can be connected to meet the diverse needs of different industrial scenarios, greatly improving the flexibility and adaptability of the system.

(III) Excellent Environmental Adaptability and Reliability

The module has undergone strict industrial-grade design and testing, and has excellent environmental adaptability. In extreme temperature environments, its internal temperature compensation mechanism can ensure the normal operation of electronic components; its anti-vibration and anti-shock performance enables it to maintain stable operation in environments where mechanical equipment runs frequently. In addition, the module adopts redundant design and fault self-inspection function. When abnormal situations such as power fluctuations and interface failures occur, it can detect and issue alarm signals in a timely manner, and take corresponding protective measures to avoid the expansion of faults, ensure the continuous operation of the system, and significantly improve the reliability and safety of industrial control systems.

(IV) Convenient System Integration and Management