Configurable automotive platform (1x FlexRay, 8x CAN, thereof 4x CAN FD)
The Ixxat FRC-EP190 FlexRay Plus 4 is a powerful solution for automotive applications. It has eight CAN channels, four of which are CAN FD and two of which support low-speed CAN. In addition, it offers FlexRay, LIN and digital I/O functions. This makes it an ideal solution for logging, gateway operations and residual bus simulation. Configuration is easily done with the Ixxat Advanced Configuration Tool (ACT).
Key points
- Reference solution for demanding network requirements — Enables easy integration of multiple bus systems in a single compact device. Essential for e-mobility projects and complex industrial applications.
- Multi-connectivity with various interfaces — Additional interfaces included: 2 x LIN, 1 x Ethernet (10/100 Base-T), 4 x digital I/O (in/out), USB 2.0 device and host, and an SDHC slot. Further expansion options are available.
- Enhanced data management for efficient engineering — Simplifies data management and protocol processing, optimized for automotive testing, logging and gateway operations. For easy integration and reliable performance.
- Embedded platform with its own processing power — All applications run on the device, a PC is only needed for configuration or data stimulation/visualization, as the actual intelligence is offloaded to the embedded platform.
- Overvoltage protection — Galvanic isolation protects against overvoltage and prevents potential electrical damage.
- Quick and easy configuration with ACT support — The FRC-EP series is supported by the Ixxat ACT (Advanced Configuration Tool), a Windows tool for easily configuring the device by drag and drop. Most use cases can be solved with ACT Freeware.
CAN FD specifications
| CAN FD transceiver | TI SN65HVD251 |
CAN specifications
| CAN mode | High-speed CAN (ISO 11898-2), low-speed CAN (ISO 11898-3) |
| CAN transceiver | TI SN65HVD251 |
General
| Net width (mm) | 110 mm |
| Net height (mm) | 180 mm |
| Net depth (mm) | 50 mm |
| Net weight (g) | 915 g |
| Packaged weight (g) | 915 g |
| Mounting | Panel mount |
| Rated consumption (mA) | 420 mA (12 V DC) |
| Input voltage (V) | 6 V to 36 V DC |
| Power connector | 3-pole |
| Isolation | The FRC-EP190 has four interface islands (X1, X2, X3, X4), each galvanically isolated from the others. Within each island, the CAN FD, high-speed CAN, digital I/O, and LIN interfaces are interconnected. The cable shield and/or the metal collar of the D-Sub connector is directly connected to the housing. |
| Operating temperature °C min. | -40 °C |
| Operating temperature °C max. | 80 °C |
| Storage temperature °C min. | -40 °C |
| Storage temperature °C max. | 85 °C |
| Relative humidity | 10 to 95 %, non-condensing |
| Housing materials | Aluminium |
| Packaging material | Carton |
| Configuration | The Ixxat FRC-EP190 is a Linux platform capable of operating standalone without a connected PC. For standalone operation, a configuration is required, which can be created and downloaded to the device via the Ixxat Automotive Configuration Tool (ACT) PC tool and a USB connection. |
Physical specifications
| Contains a battery | No |
| Connectors / Inputs / Outputs | 3 x RJ45 connectors (1 x Ethernet, 2 x fieldbus), 1 x USB type B port, 1 x USB type A port, 1 x SD card slot, 1 x 7-pin Binder female panel mount connector (remote/debug), 1 x 3-pin Binder male panel mount connector (power), 4 x D-Sub 9 male connectors, 1 x D-Sub HD15 male connector |
LIN specifications
| LIN transceiver | TJA1020 |
Certifications and standards
| CE | Yes |
| WEEE category | IT and telecommunications equipment |
| IP protection rating | IP42 |
- FRC-EP190 device
- User manual
- power supply cable (2 m
- 3-pin Binder plug to 3x 4 mm banana plugs)
- USB 2.0 cable (2 m
- Type A to Mini Type B)
- Ethernet cable (2 m)
- runtime licences for Gateway and RBS
- available as download: Advanced Configuration Tool (ACT)
Datasheet
Configurable automotive platform (1x FlexRay, 8x CAN, thereof 4x CAN FD)
The Ixxat FRC-EP190 FlexRay Plus 4 is a powerful solution for automotive applications. It has eight CAN channels, four of which are CAN FD and two of which support low-speed CAN. In addition, it offers FlexRay, LIN and digital I/O functions. This makes it an ideal solution for logging, gateway operations and residual bus simulation. Configuration is easily done with the Ixxat Advanced Configuration Tool (ACT).
Key points
- Reference solution for demanding network requirements — Enables easy integration of multiple bus systems in a single compact device. Essential for e-mobility projects and complex industrial applications.
- Multi-connectivity with various interfaces — Additional interfaces included: 2 x LIN, 1 x Ethernet (10/100 Base-T), 4 x digital I/O (in/out), USB 2.0 device and host, and an SDHC slot. Further expansion options are available.
- Enhanced data management for efficient engineering — Simplifies data management and protocol processing, optimized for automotive testing, logging and gateway operations. For easy integration and reliable performance.
- Embedded platform with its own processing power — All applications run on the device, a PC is only needed for configuration or data stimulation/visualization, as the actual intelligence is offloaded to the embedded platform.
- Overvoltage protection — Galvanic isolation protects against overvoltage and prevents potential electrical damage.
- Quick and easy configuration with ACT support — The FRC-EP series is supported by the Ixxat ACT (Advanced Configuration Tool), a Windows tool for easily configuring the device by drag and drop. Most use cases can be solved with ACT Freeware.
