Compact Lightweight Power: DFI EC70A-SU 6th Gen Embedded IPC

DFI have recently announced the launch of the EC70A-SU, utilisizing the i7/i5/i3 U-series Intel 6th Gen Skylake Core processors. The EC70A-SU is the world’s smallest and lightest embedded box PC delivering only 15 watts TDP and measuring only 181mm x 118mm x 57mm. 

Latest IPC Technology

The new Skylake chips use the BGA 1440 form factor and are soldered down instead of socketed which indicates Intel’s dedication to more highly integrated all-in-one systems. The new i3/i5/i7 trio support DDR4 and also have the new Intel Iris Pro Graphics 580 GPU with a redesigned 128MB eDRAM cache making the GPU considerably faster. All three chips are quad-core, although the Core i7 additionally supports HyperThreading which effectively gives it eight cores.

DFI use industrial strength components to accomodate the increased data management capabilities of Skylake processors. The DFI fanless, proprietary heat dissipation technology promises an extended lifecycle and reduced maintenance. With the EC70A-SU, DFI have accounted for every industrial consideration and environment with a high-performance, compact IPC solution.

High-Performance: DFI EC70A-SU

6th Generation Intel Core i7/i5/i3 processors in a fanless and compact enclosure opens up new integration possibilities for computer intensive solutions in smart factories, digital healthcare and surveillance. 2x Mini PCIe enables wireless connectivity and 4x USB 3.0, 4x COM ports and 2x Intel GbE ports complete a substantial I/O. DFI’s latest offering includes wide power inputs for plant uses, temperature support for critical systems, wireless connectivity for seamless data transition and substantial I/O ports with improved flexibility to meet and exceed your requirements of a rugged, reliable platform. This new system will allow you to make steps towards connecting to the IoT, optimizing your operations and creating opportunities to innovate new solutions.

Deeply-Embedded: DFI EC700-BT

Still available to accompany the EC70A-SU is the EC700-BT. This is a middle-ground embedded computer based around the Intel Atom E3800 processor. This IPC shares with it's more powerful sister a small form factor, considerable I/O capabilities, highly reliable functionality and an extended operating temperature. WiFi and 3G/GPRS is provided via Mini PCIe slots, additionally there is 1 SIM card slot and 3 WiFi antenna holes making the EC700-BT a good fit for wireless applications. It is also Microsoft Azure Certified if you’re considering a move to the cloud.

The 2 products are none restrictive and ideal in spanning numerous vertical markets. If you’d like to get your hands on the EC70A-SU or the EC700-BT then send us an email [email protected] or give us a call on the EMEA or USA contact numbers below.

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