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ED-PAC3020

ED-PAC3020

Real-time CODESYS Programmable Automation Controller

Key Featured
  • Broadcom BCM2712 Quad-core Cortex-A76 (2.4GHz), Supports 8GB DDR4 Memory
  • Supports Micro SD, M.2 B-Key 2230/2242 NVMe SSD
  • 1 x Gigabit Eth,2 x USB 3.0,2 x USB 2.0,1 x RS232,1 x RS485
  • CODESYS Control Real Time Engine (RTE) & Visualization (Target & Web)
  • Supports MQTT, OPC UA, EtherCAT, Modbus TCP Protocols
  • Wide Temperature (-25~60℃), Integrated RTC, Supercapacitor Backup Power

Product Positioning

A high-precision motion controller for industrial automation, built on Raspberry Pi hardware with CODESYS real-time soft PLC core. Designed for microsecond-level response and multi-axis synchronization, it meets the stringent real-time demands of smart manufacturing, equipment networking, and mission-critical industrial environments.

Core Advantages

ModuleHighlightsKey Specifications/Technologies
Real-Time ControlMicrosecond-level precision for multi-axis synchronization- 250μs soft PLC control cycles, 16-axis motion control within 1ms
- CODESYS RTE core + Web Visualization (WebVisu)
Industrial RobustnessReliable operation in extreme conditions- -25°C~60°C operating range
- Dual RTC backup (supercapacitor + CR1220 battery)
- EMI-shielded metal enclosure
Protocol IntegrationUnified industrial and IoT connectivity- Native EtherCAT/Modbus TCP Master
- OPC UA Server + MQTT bidirectional gateway
- 2× USB 3.0 + 2× USB 2.0
Scalable ArchitectureFlexible storage and interface expansion- M.2 B-Key NVMe SSD (up to 256GB)
- 1× Gigabit Ethernet + 1× RS232 + 1× RS485 Phoenix terminals
- Dual HDMI 4K outputs
Developer ProductivityStandardized programming and visualization tools- Full IEC 61131-3 compliance (ST/LD/FBD/SFC/CFC)
- CODESYS V3.5 IDE with debugging tools

Differentiation

Hard Real-Time & SoftPLC Fusion: CODESYS RTE core optimized for Raspberry Pi OS, blending ecosystem compatibility with industrial determinism.

Ultra-Compact Motion Controller: 102.8×89.5×32.5mm footprint enables 16-axis synchronization with <20W power consumption.

Native Protocol Support: Out-of-the-box EtherCAT/Modbus TCP integration, zero-configuration deployment.

Dual Visualization Modes: CODESYS WebVisu (remote HMI) + TargetVisu (local UI), simplifying human-machine interface development.

Typical Applications

🏭 Precision Motion Control: Multi-axis synchronization for semiconductor equipment, robotic arm trajectory planning.

🔌 Production Line Networking: EtherCAT-based PLC/CNC system integration, OPC UA cloud data aggregation.

📊 Edge Visualization Hub: WebVisu remote monitoring with real-time MQTT alerting.

🔋 Energy Optimization Node: Modbus TCP meter data collection, edge-based energy consumption analytics.

ED-PAC Series Feature selection Guide


Function ClassificationPAC3020PAC3100PAC3630
CPUBCM2711 1.5GHz quad-core A72---
BCM2712 2.4GHz quad-core A76
RAM4GB / 8GB / 16GB  LPDDR4X
Storage16GB / 32GB / 64GB eMMC-
Micro SD Card
SD
Wireless2.4GHz & 5GHz dual-band WiFi
Bluetooth 5.0 / Bluetooth Low Energy(BLE)
4G-
Interface1000M Ethernetx1x1x1
100M Ethernet-x1x1
USB 2.0x2x2x2
USB 3.0x2--
RS232x1up to 2up to 2
RS485x1up to 4up to 4
CAN--up to 2
HDMIx2x1x1
DSI-
CSI-
DI / DO--up to 8
otherRTC, CR1220
Hardware Watch Dog-
OperatingTemperature -25℃~60℃
Fanless Design
MechanicalDesktop--
DIN & Wall-
Power Input5V DC via USB-C--
DC 9V~36V-


System Diagram
pac3020-diagram
Specification
Hardware System
CPUBroadcom BCM2712 quad-core Arm Cortex-A76 64-bit @2.4GHz
VPU4Kp60 HEVC decoder
GPUOpenGL ES 3.1 & Vulkan 1.2
MemoryOptions for 2GB, 8GB LPDDR4-4267 SDRAM
Storage1 x M.2 B-Key interface (for 2230/2242 SSD storage expansion, optional 128GB/256GB supported)
CODESYS
RuntimeMulticore CODESYS Control Runtime System (pre-installed by default), with the Singlecore CODESYS Control Runtime System available as an optional add-on
Programming ModeIEC 61131-3 programming languages, including ST, LD, FBD, SFC and CFC
IDECODESYS V3.5
FieldbusCODESYS EtherCAT Master and CODESYS Modbus TCP Master
Motion ControlOptional CODESYS SoftMotion and CNC+Robotics
VisualizationOptional CODESYS TargetVisu and CODESYS WebVisu
OPC UASupport OPC UA Server
Software
Operating SystemRaspberry Pi OS (Desktop) 32-bit
Raspberry Pi OS (Lite) 32-bit
Raspberry Pi OS (Desktop) 64-bit
Raspberry Pi OS (Lite) 64-bit
Front I/O
Audio OUT1 x Audio Output (HPO), 3.5mm audio jack connector (green), stereo audio output.
Audio IN1 x Audio Input (LINE IN), 3.5mm audio jack connector (red), supporting stereo audio input.
RS4851 x RS485 port, 3-Pin 3.5mm pitch phoenix terminals with 120R terminal resistor. The signal is defined as GND/A/B.
RS2321 x RS232 port, 3-Pin 3.5mm pitch phoenix terminals, the signal is defined RS232 as GND/TX/RX.
USB 2.02 x USB 2.0 ports, dual layer Type-A connector, each channel supports up to 480Mbps.
USB 3.02 x USB 3.0 ports, dual layer Type-A connector, each channel supports up to 5Gbps.
1000M Ethernet1 x adaptive 10/100/1000M ethernet port, RJ45 connector. It can be used to access thenetwork.
Rear I/O
SD Card Slot1 x Micro SD card slot, which is used to install Micro SD card. It supports booting the OS from SD card.
Side I/O
HDMI*12 x HDMI ports, Micro HDMI connector, supporting 4K 60Hz
Power1 x power in port, USB Type-C connector, supporting 5V/5A DC power input.
*1: Some Micro HDMI cables have shorter Micro HDMI connectors, which may result in abnormal HDMI connections, so it is recommended to use Raspberry Pi's official Micro HDMI to standard HDMI cable, which can be purchased in the “Optional Accessory” section.
Buttons and Indicators
ON/OFF1 x power button, which is used to turn on and turn off the device.
PWR1 x red power indicator, using to check the status of device power-on and power-off.
ACT1 x green system indicator, using to check the working status of device.
COM1~COM22 x green UART indicators, which is used to check the communication status of UART port.
Expansion Functions
RTCRTC with 1F SuperCAP backup, which can ensure that the system clock is not affected by device power-off. We also provide a battery base, and you can buy a CR1220 battery backup for RTC.
BuzzerA tip or an abnormity can be configurated according to actual application, which realizes the alarm function.
Electrical Characteristics
Input Voltage5V DC
Power Consumption25W (Max)
Mechanical Characteristics
Dimensions102.8mm x 89.5mm x 32.5mm (WxDxH)
Weight300g
InstallationPlacing on the desk
Wireless
Wi-FiDual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0 / Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
Environmental & Regulatory
Operating Temperature-25°C ~ 60°C
Storage Temperature-25°C ~ 60°C
Ambient humidity5% ~ 95% (non-condensing)
Mechanicals

Unit: mm

pac3020-dimension
Ordering Code
pac3020-orderingcode

TIP

The pre-installed CODESYS license includes Multicore, EtherCAT Master, Modbus TCP Master, and OPC UA Server. If you require additional licenses, please purchase them separately from Optional CODESYS Ordering Code.

Docs
Type Title Publish Time
Datasheet ED-PAC3020 Datasheet 2024-04-10
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