A7 NXP i.MX6ULL Industrial ARM Based Embedded Computer
  • ARM embedded computer
  • IoT Edge Gateway
  • ARM embedded controller
  • Industrial Edge computer
  • ARM based Embedded computer
  • ARM embedded computer
  • IoT Edge Gateway
  • ARM embedded controller
  • Industrial Edge computer
  • ARM based Embedded computer

A7 NXP i.MX6ULL Industrial ARM Based Embedded Computer

No.BL310
BL310 Series from ARMxy is an industrial ARM-based embedded computer powered by NXP’s i.MX6ULL Cortex-A7 processor, delivering up to 800MHz of high-efficiency performance. Designed as a compact yet powerful ARM embedded controller and IoT edge gateway, it offers flexible I/O options and low power consumption. It is ideal for industrial IoT, automation control, smart terminals, energy storage system, and industry 4.0.
Description
BL310 Series from ARMxy is an industrial ARM-based embedded computer powered by NXP i.MX6ULL Cortex-A7 processor, delivering up to 800MHz of high-efficiency performance. Designed as a compact yet powerful ARM embedded controller and IoT edge gateway, it offers flexible I/O options and low power consumption. It is ideal for industrial IoT, automation control, smart terminals, energy storage system, and industry 4.0.

Key Features
  • High-Performance Processor
  • Powered by NXP i.MX6ULL Cortex-A7, with a clock speed of up to 800MHz.
  • Flexible SOM and I/O options
  • X-Series I/O: Includes RS232/RS485, CAN, DI/DO, GPIO combinations.
  • Y-Series I/O: Support DI/DO, AI/AO, RTD (PT100/PT1000), TC modules.
  • Customizable I/O boards are supported. In addition to standard I/O options, custom designs are available to eliminate redundant functions and interfaces, helping reduce development time and overall cost. 
  • Support multiple ROM, RAM, and temperature grade options. 
  • System Compatibility
  • Runs embedded Linux and is compatible with Debian, based on Linux kernel 4.1.15, with support for Qt 5.15.11 for GUI application development.
  • Industrial-Grade Reliability
  • Capable of stable operation in a wide temperature range of -40°C to 85°C.
  • Resistant to electromagnetic interference, suitable for harsh industrial environments.
  • Support DIN35 rail mounting, making it easy to integrate into various industrial devices.  

  •  Software Ecosystem

Category

Software

Type

Highlights

Industrial Communication & Protocols

IGH EtherCAT Master

Open Source

Supports real-time EtherCATmasterfor high-precision motion control  and synchronized I/O.

Data Acquisition
Edge Processing

BLIoTLink

Proprietary

Data acquisition and protocol conversion, supporting multiple protocols and API-based secondary development.

Node-RED

Open Source

Low-code logic orchestration tool,supporting visual flow design and custom nodes.

Vnode

Open Source

Lightweight edge computing node,suitable for high-efficiency data pipeline processing.

Industrial Control & Execution

OpenPLC

Open Source

Open-source PLC, suitable for simple logic control and local automation.

CODESYS Runtime

Licensed

Industrial control platform, supporting full IEC61131-3 programming and motion control.

Beremiz

Open Source

Open-source IEC61131-3 compliantPLC integrated development environment for machine automation,providing tools to create HMI.

NexPLC

Proprietary

Next-generation industrial control and operation & maintenance integrated platform, supporting cloud-based collaboration.

Visualization &  Monitoring

FUXA

Open Source

Lightweight web-based SCADA, suitable for rapid configuration and small to medium monitoring  projects.

Ignition

Open Source

Enterprise-level industrial platform,supporting integrated SCADA, MES, and IoT deployment.

Grafana

Open Source

Professional time-series data visualization and analytic dashboards, supporting multiple data sources.

Communication &Middleware

Nginx/Apache

Open Source

Web portal for exposing and securely managing edge services.

AI / Machine

Vision

YOLOv5/8  OpenCV

Open Source

Complete edge AI vision stack, supporting object detection and image prepossessing.

TensorFlow Lite, PyTorch Mobile

Open Source

Lightweight AI model inference frameworks, supporting edge-side intelligent analysis.

Remote Operation & MaintenanceManagement

BLRAT

Proprietary

Secure remote operation & maintenance channel, supporting remotedevice debugging and maintenance.

QuickConfig

Proprietary

Graphical gateway configuration and management tool, supporting one-click deployment and monitoring.

Development & Support Environment

Python, C/C++,Node.js, Java

Open Source

Multi-language development support, suitable for diverse developmentscenarios and performance requirements.

Python 3,  Node.js  

Open Source

Provides standard runtime, supporting scripting and containerized applications.

Docker, Kubernetes(K3s)

Open Source

Supports application containerization and cluster management, enabling micro services architecture.

API Documentation, Deployment Guides, Sample Projects

Proprietary /  Open Source

Provides comprehensive technical documentation and typical scenarioexamples.

System & Security

OpenSSL

Open Source

Provides communication encryptionand secure tunneling to ensure data transmission security.

iptables

Open Source

Kernel-level firewall for network protection.

Encryption Chip Demo

Proprietary

Encapsulates SHA-256 encryption and authentication algorithms.

Wireshark, tcpdump

Open Source

Network protocol analysis for security monitoring.

Prometheus + Grafana

Open Source

System resource monitoring and alerting, supporting visualized operation & maintenance.



Product Selection Guide

Users can select one SOM board, one X board, and two Y boards.
Product naming convention: Host Model Number - SOM Model Number - X Board Model Number - Y1 Board Model Number - Y2 Board Model Number
ARMxy BL310 Host Model Selection

Model

ETH

USB

X board I/O Slot

Y board I/O  Slot

Dimensions

BL310

2x10/100M

2

2x5PIN

X

46x83x110mm

BL310A

2x10/100M

2

2x5PIN

1

46x83x110mm

BL310B

2x10/100M

2

2x5PIN

2

46x83x110mm


ARMxy BL310 SOM Model Selection

Model

MCU

Clock Speed

Kernel

RAM

ROM

Temperature

SOM311

i.MX6ULL

800MHz

Cortex-A7

256MB DDR3L

1GByte eMMC

 -40~85°C

SOM312

i.MX6ULL

800MHz

Cortex-A7

512MB DDR3L

8GByte eMMC

 -25~85°C

SOM313

i.MX6ULL

800MHz

Cortex-A7

512MB DDR3L

8GByte eMMC

 -40~85°C


ARMxy BL310 X Series I/O Boards Model Selection

Ensuring that the number of pins on the X-series I/O board matches the enclosure.

X Board

RS485

RS232

CAN

GPIO

PIN

X0

x

x

x

8

2x5PIN

X1

4

x

x

x

2x5PIN

X2

x

4

x

x

2x5PIN

X3

2

2

x

x

2x5PIN

X4

2

x

2

x

2x5PIN

X5

x

2

2

x

2x5PIN

X6

2

x

x

4

2x5PIN

X7

x

2

x

4

2x5PIN

X8

1

1

1

2

2x5PIN


ARMxy BL310 Y Series I/O Boards Model Selection

When the Y63 is selected, a second Y-series I/O board cannot be used.

Model

Description

 

Model

Description

Y01

4xDI+4xDO(NPN)

Y41

4xAO, 0~20mA/4~20mA

Y02

4xDI+4xDO(PNP)

Y43

4xAO, 0~5V/0~10V

Y11

8xDI(NPN)

Y46

4xAO, ±5V/±10V

Y12

8xDI(PNP)

Y51

2xRTD, 3-Wire PT100

Y13

8xDI(Dry Contact)

Y52

2xRTD, 3-Wire PT1000

Y21

8xDO(PNP)

Y53

2xRTD, 4-Wire PT100

Y22

8xDO(NPN)

Y54

2xRTD, 4-Wire PT1000

Y24

4xDO(Relay)

Y56

Resistance Measurement

Y31

4xAI, Single-ended,

0~20mA/4~20mA

Y57

Voltage Measurement

Y33

4xAI, Single-ended, 0~5V/0~10V

Y58

4xTC

Y34

4xAI, Differential, 0~5V/0~10V

Y63

4xRS485 or RS232

Y36

4xAI, Differential, ±5V/±10V

 

Y95

4xPWM Output(NPN) + 4xPulse Counter Input

Y37

4xIEPE

 

Y96

4xPWM Output(PNP) + 4xPulse Counter Input


Hardware Specifications

Hardware

Parameters

CPU

NXP i.MX6ULL

Cortex-A7@800MH

Storage

1G/8GB eMMC

RAM

256MB/512MB DDR3L

ETH

2x10/100Mbps adaptive RJ-45, ESD Level 3, EFT Level 3

USB

1x USB 2.0 HOST, 1x USB 2.0 OTG, with a data rate of up to 480Mbps, ESD Level 3

I/O Slot

X series I/O board slot: 1, Y series I/O board slot: 2

LED

1x power indicator light

2x user-programmable indicator light

Mini PCIe

1, Supports Wi-Fi, 4G module, etc.

SIM Slot

1 slot, NANO

Antenna

2, For 4G/Wi-Fi/GPS

Debug

1x Micro USB debug port

SD Slot

1

Reset

1 reset button

Watchdog

Onboard independent hardware watchdog

Power

Rated DC 24V, supports wide voltage range of 12-24VDC

Equipped with reverse polarity protection and overcurrent protection

2-pin terminal block with screw terminals

Grounding

1-pin GND terminal

Installation

DIN35 rail mounting, wall mounting

Material

Aluminum alloy casing 

Dimension

110x83x46mm


Typical Application Areas
✓ Industrial Control
✓ Smart Terminals
✓ Industrial IoT Gateways
✓ Automation Control
✓ Rail Transit
✓ Smart Devices
✓ Industrial Measurement
✓ Energy Storage Systems

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