The BL234 EdgePLC series is an industrial edge controller designed for the convergence of real-time control and edge computing. As industrial automation evolves toward “Control + Edge Intelligence,” traditional PLCs often lack computing capability, while industrial PCs struggle with deterministic real-time control.
High-performance ARM-based edge controller merging real-time control and edge computing. Supports up to 32 N‑series I/O modules, multiple PLC runtimes, and rich industrial protocols for smart manufacturing and energy systems.
Core Features
Quad-core Cortex-A53, modular I/O, and versatile software ecosystem
High‑performance CPU & Multimedia
Allwinner T507-H: 4× ARM Cortex-A53 @1.4GHz
GPU G31 MP2, OpenGL ES / Vulkan support
4K H.265 decoding, 4K H.264 encoding
8/16GB eMMC, 1/2GB LPDDR4
Independent hardware watchdog
Rich I/O & Distributed Expansion
2 / 3× 100M Ethernet, 2× USB 2.0
1× HDMI 2.0a (4K@30fps) on BL234A
Mini PCIe for Wi‑Fi / 4G / 5G
Supports up to 32 N‑series I/O modules (DI/DO, AI/AO, RTD, TC, PWM, pulse capture)
2× RS485, optional RS232
Intelligent Software & Ecosystem
Ubuntu 20.04 / EdgePLC‑OS (Linux‑RT)
OpenPLC, NexPLC, CODESYS Runtime (IEC 61131‑3)
IGH EtherCAT master, Node‑RED, Docker
BLRAT remote access, QuickConfig tool
Python, C/C++, Node.js, Java support
Industrial‑grade Reliability
ESD, EFT, Surge immunity (level 3)
-40°C to +85°C industrial temperature
DIN35 rail mounting, IP30 protection
Conformal coating option (upon request)
Vibration / shock tested per GB/T 2423
Key Specifications Snapshot
Powerful metrics for demanding applications
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Max N‑Series Modules
0
GB
eMMC Storage
0
Cores
Cortex-A53
0
°C
Operating Temp.
Software Version Options
Choose the runtime that fits your control strategy
Lite Edition
OpenPLC
Ubuntu 20.04 + OpenPLC
IEC 61131-3 (ST, LD, FBD)
Lightweight & open source
Ideal for simple logic control
No motion control
Standard Edition
NexPLC
NexPLC integrated platform
Cloud‑edge collaboration
Built‑in BLIoTLink, Node‑RED
Remote OTA & monitoring
No CODESYS motion
Professional Edition
CODESYS
CODESYS Runtime (IEC 61131-3)
SoftMotion / CNC & Robotics (option SM/CR)
EtherCAT master IGH
Advanced motion control
Full development environment
Typical Applications
From smart factories to energy management
Industrial Automation
PLC expansion, production line control, equipment monitoring
Energy Storage (EMS/BMS)
Battery monitoring, inverter control, energy management
Photovoltaic Generation
PV inverter, string monitoring, power optimization
Data Acquisition
SCADA, remote telemetry, industrial IoT data hub
Rail Transit
Signal control, vehicle monitoring, station automation
Protocol Conversion
Modbus, CAN, BACnet, OPC UA gateway
Quality & Reliability
Certified for harsh industrial environments
EMC Compliance
GB/T 9254 / CISPR 32 Class A
ESD level 3 (contact ±6kV, air ±8kV)
EFT level 3 (power 2kV, signal 1kV)
Surge level 3 (diff. 2kV, common 4kV)
Voltage dips / interrupts tested
Environmental Tests
-40°C cold start & +85°C high temp run
Damp heat 40°C, 85% RH for 48h
Sinusoidal vibration 5‑500Hz, 2g
Free fall 0.8m (packaged)
IP30 protection (solid foreign object)
Software & Support
Preinstalled BLIoTLink, BLRAT, QuickConfig
Ubuntu file system & kernel source
Complete SDK and demo programs
Docker & K3s ready
Long‑term maintenance & tech support
Start Your EdgePLC BL234 Project
The EdgePLC BL234 series integrates real‑time control, edge intelligence, and modular I/O into a single rugged controller. Ideal for Industry 4.0, energy storage, and smart infrastructure.