In addition, Sfera Labs presents the new X2-Series Expansion Board (X2BDEV10XZ), a powerful development and prototyping tool to accelerate the creation of custom expansion boards for the Strato Pi Max.

With the release of the X2-Series Standard Electrical and Mechanical Specifications, Sfera Labs is revolutionizing industrial automation. This open standard allows developers and system integrators to design and prototype their own expansion boards for the Strato Pi Max, reducing the cost of developing custom industrial solutions. By providing a clear and accessible framework, the X2-Series standard offers a new level of flexibility and affordability in industrial automation.

The X2-Series Standard Electrical and Mechanical Specifications define the electrical and mechanical requirements for designing expansion cards compatible with the Strato Pi Max and other future X2-Series compatible devices. This standard ensures interoperability, simplifies development, and fosters innovation by providing a clear framework for creating custom expansion cards.

Benefits of the X2-Series standard

Interoperability: The standard ensures that all X2-Series expansion boards are compatible with the Strato Pi Max and other X2-Series devices, reducing the risk of compatibility issues.
Flexibility: Developers can create expansion boards for specific applications, leveraging the robust industrial design of the Strato Pi Max.
Customization: It allows companies to develop tailored solutions that meet their specific operational needs, improving system performance and adaptability.
Community-driven innovation: The X2-Series standard fosters a community of developers to create and share innovative solutions, driving the growth of industrial automation and IIoT ecosystems.
The launch of the X2-Series standard and the X2-Series development and prototyping expansion board reinforces Sfera Labs' commitment to open industrial automation and the IoT.

X2-Series Development and Prototyping Expansion Board (X2BDEV10XZ): Accelerating Innovation

The X2BDEV10XZ is a versatile development and prototyping board designed to facilitate the creation of custom X2-Series expansion boards. It exposes all the lines of the standard X2-Series expansion bus, allowing developers to easily design and test their own circuits. It features a large prototyping area with standard 100 mil through-holes, a 3.3V regulator, a 1-Wire EEPROM for board identification, and a front LED.

Use cases

Rapid prototyping of custom expansion boards for Strato Pi Max.
Development of industrial automation applications, test benches, and IoT solutions.
Educational use and research.
Experimentation with new hardware and software concepts.

Availability

The X2-Series Standard Electrical and Mechanical Specifications document is available for download from the Sfera Labs website.
The X2-Series development and prototyping expansion board (X2BDEV10XZ) is available for purchase.