Artila Unveils New Future-Proof IIoT Gateway for AI-Driven Applications

Taipei, Taiwan, August 16, 2024 --- Artila Electronics is proud to announce the upcoming release of the Matrix-900, a cutting-edge embedded computing platform designed for advanced Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) applications. Leveraging the powerful Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4, Matrix-900 is engineered to meet the demands of modern industrial environments with superior performance, flexibility, and reliability.

Matrix-900 is powered by a quad-core Cortex-A72 (ARM v8) 64-bit SoC running at 1.5GHz, offering a choice of over 10 different variants of the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 family, with options ranging from 1GB to 8GB of DDR RAM and 8GB to 32GB of eMMC storage. This versatile platform ensures that Matrix-900 can be tailored to suit a wide variety of IIoT applications.

Key Hardware Highlights and Benefits :

M.2 B Key Expansion Slot with PCIe Interface

The Matrix-900 supports expansion through its M.2 B Key slot, allowing for the integration of SSD modules, 5G communication modules, and AI inference accelerators such as the Hailo 8 and Hailo 8L. These AI modules offer powerful edge computing capabilities, with the Hailo 8 delivering up to 26 TOPS (Tera Operations Per Second) and the Hailo 8L providing up to 13 TOPS. This significantly enhances the system’s ability to handle complex AI workloads directly at the edge, making the Matrix-900 a robust platform for AI-driven IIoT applications.

Fanless Design with Efficient Heat Dissipation

Matrix-900 features a fanless design that ensures silent operation. By utilizing a high-efficiency thermal pad, the heat generated by the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 is effectively transferred to the metal chassis of Matrix-900. This design facilitates rapid heat convection, allowing the CPU to consistently run at its full 1.5GHz frequency without heat-related issues, thereby enhancing system stability and ensuring continuous 24/7 operation.

Dual Ethernet Ports and Four RS-485 Serial Ports

Ideal for acting as an IIoT Gateway, Matrix-900 excels at data acquisition and protocol conversion, seamlessly connecting cloud services with on-premise devices.

MiniPCIe Expansion Slot with USB 2.0 Interface

This slot allows for the integration of LTE/4G and WiFi modules, providing versatile wireless connectivity options.

Comprehensive Connectivity

With one HDMI port, two USB host ports, and an audio out port, Matrix-900 can easily connect to monitors, keyboards, and mice, facilitating straightforward operation of Raspberry Pi OS with desktop, along with high-quality stereo audio output.

Compact and Flexible Installation

Measuring just 45x166x120mm, Matrix-900’s compact size supports both DIN rail and wall-mount installation. Its upright design not only saves space but also simplifies cable management and antenna adjustments, making it an ideal fit for various industrial environments.

Matrix-900 Standard Integrated Package includes a Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 (CM4) with 4GB RAM and 16GB storage (no WiFi), mounted on the IO board with a thermal pad, and the entire assembly is enclosed in a robust sheet metal box. The package comes with mounting accessories, and the Raspberry Pi OS with desktop is pre-installed at the factory, allowing users to get started quickly and easily.

In addition, we offer Matrix-900 IO Board, which includes the necessary terminal blocks. Users can prepare and install their preferred CM4 module and operating system according to their specific needs.

For those who require a custom solution, we provide Matrix-900-Box, the same sheet metal enclosure used in Matrix-900 Standard Package, complete with mounting accessories, allowing users to assemble their system as needed.

For more information regarding Matrix-900 or other Artila products, please visit www.artila.com, or email to sales@artila.com.