It incorporates Advantech's SUSI API for GPIO, CANBUS access, DeviceOn for OTA updates, remote monitoring, and real-time management, and is ready to use with Ubuntu 22.04. It also includes a robotics software package that streamlines robotics application development via a pre-installed SDK. With its high-performance computing, powerful I/O connectivity, and integrated software packages, the EI-53 meets the application needs of semiconductor, robotics, AMR, and energy storage equipment, all using industry-standard protocols.
The EI-53 features a versatile set of I/O ports, including 2 x CANBus, 3 x RS-232/422/485, 2 x LAN (one of which supports up to 2.5G), 6 x USB, and DI/O. It optimizes available space to accommodate an M.2 M-key 2280 / E-key 2230 / B-key 3042 & 3052, enabling LTE Advanced, 5G, Wi-Fi, and AI module connectivity.
For display interfaces, the EI-53 supports two lockable 4K (4096 x 2160) HDMI 2.0b ports enhanced with Intel® Iris® Xe graphics.
The Advantech EI-53 is designed for remote management via its integrated DeviceOn software. This software streamlines centralized management, data integration, real-time monitoring, and over-the-air (OTA) software and firmware updates. The SUSI API also acts as a bridge, simplifying and enhancing hardware and software synergy. It provides system protection, device monitoring, I/O control, and application extension across Advantech platforms.
The system comes with a pre-installed Robotics SDK that simplifies the robotics application development process. It also supports toolkits such as Rviz, Movelt, and NAV2 for Linux. Finally, as an Ubuntu-based system, it ensures security updates, CVE maintenance three times a week, and five years of Long Term Support (LTS). These features make the Advantech EI-53 an ideal choice for robotics and AMR applications.
The Advantech EI-53 features a fanless aluminum alloy design to prevent dust accumulation. It dissipates heat using a heatsink that is 34.9% more efficient than previous models. Along with its robust protection, the EI-53 boasts an impressive operating temperature range of -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) and a 12 to 24VDC power supply range. This ensures reliable operation in a wide variety of industrial environments. It also complies with IEC 61000-6-4 and 61000-6-2 standards for heavy-duty applications. Furthermore, its Phoenix connector simplifies installation, and its shock and vibration resistance makes it suitable for outdoor applications such as battery storage controllers in industrial energy storage cabinets.
