Product description: Arduino Portenta Mid Carrier - ASX00055
Portenta Mid Carrier is an extension for Arduino Portenta that allows you to turn the module into a single-board computer or a structure enabling the use of artificial intelligence in high-performance industrial devices, creating automation and robotics projects, maximizing the potential of prototyping and connectivity. Thanks to the ability to immediately access high-density signals through dedicated connectors, it enables quick and trouble-free prototyping. Mini PCIe connectors, two CAN lines, Ethernet , microSD , USB and a camera connector allow the expansion of existing projects with new connectivity options and peripherals. The Portenta Mid Carrier supports a wide range of applications, including machine vision prototyping with MIPI or Arducam cameras and cellular testing with a mini PCIe connector. It is ideal for applications in smart cities and buildings, remote maintenance and fleet management. Thanks to dedicated debug pins and battery-powered RTC , programming becomes much easier.
Arduino Portenta Mid Carrier - ASX00055.
The Portenta Mid Carrier requires one of the Portenta family of SOM boards to operate.Special features of the Arduino Portenta Mid Carrier
- Easy access to high-density signals : dedicated connectors allow you to quickly connect and use peripherals.
- Wide range of peripherals : includes mini PCIe, two CAN lines, Ethernet, microSD, USB and connectors for MIPI and Arducam cameras.
- RTC Debugging and Power : Built-in debug pins and RTC battery power facilitate the prototyping and testing process.
- Versatile : Perfect for prototyping machine vision applications, testing cellular connectivity, and remote monitoring.
- Connectors and Interfaces : Supports a wide range of interfaces such as CAN, SAI, I2S, PDM, GPIO, SPI, I2C, PWM and analog I/O.
- Power : Power options via terminal connector, USB C on the Portenta board, or 5V on the connectors.
Arrangement of elements on the board
- J1 - J2: High density connectors for Portenta boards
- J3: JTAG interface
- J4: Screw connector with built-in CAN bus transceiver (CAN1)
- J5: Li-Pol battery socket for RTC
- J8: Mini PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) connector - (CELL modules)
- J9: Mini PCI Express power connector
- J10: MIPI camera connector - for Portenta X8 only
- J11: ArduCam connector
- J12: MicroSD slot
- J13: USB A female connector
- J14 - J15: Breakout connectors
- J16: Mini PCI Express Breakout connector
- J17: Mini PCI Express Breakout connector subseries
- J18: Gigabit Ethernet connector - RJ45
- J19: GIGA Display Shield (DSI) connector
- SIM1: Dedicated PCIe SIM slot
- SW1: BOOT DIP switch
- SW2: CAN bus DIP switch - CAN1
- SW3: ETH CENTER TAP DIP switch
Arrangement of elements on the Portenta Mid Carrier board.
The carrier is compatible with Portenta X8, Portenta H7 and Portenta C33.
Application of Portenta Mid Carrier
Arduino Portenta Mid Carrier allows for rapid prototyping and development of solutions based on Portenta family boards, thanks to easy access to high-density signals and a wide range of available peripherals. It is ideal for various industrial applications and intelligent building solutions .
Application examples:
- Prototyping industrial machine vision solutions using MIPI or Arducam cameras.
- Testing cellular connectivity with mini PCIe for smart building applications.
- Vehicle fleet management and remote maintenance.
- Development of machine control systems and production automation.
- Implementation of urban resources monitoring and management systems.
- Creating advanced IoT and building automation solutions.
Prototyping projects on Portenta
Prototyping with Arduino Portenta Mid Carrier is the perfect solution for fast and efficient application development using Portenta C33 , H7 and X8 boards . Thanks to dedicated connectors, Mid Carrier allows easy access to high-density signals, which allows you to instantly add numerous peripherals, such as mini PCIe, two CAN lines, Ethernet, microSD, USB and cameras. This tool significantly simplifies the prototyping process while enabling the development of advanced solutions such as machine vision, cellular connectivity testing and remote monitoring. Built-in debug pins and RTC battery power further support fast and hassle-free prototyping, making the Arduino Portenta Mid Carrier an indispensable tool for engineers, developers and test teams.
The Portenta Mid Carrier design allows for easy installation of your preferred Protenta tile.
Elements included in the set.
Technical specifications of Arduino Portenta Mid Carrier
- High density connectors compatible with Portenta products:
- 1x USB A female connector
- 1x Gigabit Ethernet connector (RJ45)
- 1x CAN with built-in transceiver
- 1x CAN without transceiver
- 1x mPCIe connector
- 1x MIPI camera connector
- 1x Arducam camera connector
- 1x microSD card slot
- 1x RTC LiPo battery slot
- 1x Giga Display Shield connector
- Debugging: Onboard JTAG pins
- Power supply:
- 5 V from the screw strip, powering both the carrier and the connected Portenta
- USB C to Portenta
- 5V on the connectors
- Header interfaces: CAN, SAI, I2S, PDM, GPIO, SPI, I2C, PWM, analog I/O
- Operating temperatures: from -40°C to 85°C
- Dimensions: 114 x 86.5 mm
