This CPU module enables data processing and control using Linux. It allows you to develop applications that go beyond control, such as managing and storing large amounts of data.
Details
Lineup
| Name | Type name | Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| CPU module(*) | ||
| A8HCA-11-0N/ADV | Linux, Main memory: 4 GB, System memory: 8 MB, Storage: 16 GB Advanced license EtherCAT, Motion control: 32 axes, PID control: 64 loops |
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| A8HCA-11-0N/STN | Linux, Main memory: 4 GB, System memory: 8 MB, Storage: 16 GB Standard license EtherCAT, Motion control: 8 axes, PID control: 16 loops |
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| A8HCA-11-0N | Linux, Main memory: 4 GB, System memory: 8 MB, Storage: 16 GB |
(*)For environmental considerations, it is also available in a configuration without a backup battery.
CPU module
| Item | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Model | A8HCA-11-0N | |
| CPU | Cortex-A53（Quad 1.2GHz） | |
| OS | Linux（Kernel 6.6.70-rt51、Ubuntu 24.04） | |
| Endian format | Little-endian | |
| Memory | DDR4 SDRAM | 4GB(with ECC) |
| MRAM | 8MB | |
| eMMC | 16GB | |
| Interface | Ethernet | 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T (4 ports) |
| SD(*1) | Supports SDHC cards, SDXC cards, and UHS-I | |
| USB | USB2.0 device, Type-C connector | |
| RAS functions | Instantaneous power interruption detection | Detects instantaneous power interruption and notifies user applications |
| Watchdog timer | Monitors the operating status of user applications | |
| SD card fault detection | Detects overcurrent or short circuit and cuts off card power | |
| FAIL signal output | Activates the power supply module's FAIL signal contact output to notify external devices upon fault detection. | |
| Time | RTC(*2) | Year, month, day, hour, minute, second, day of week ±23 ppm (@25°C), equivalent to ±60 seconds per month (battery backup) |
| Security | Supports TPM 2.0 and secure boot. | |
| Indicator LEDs | Two 7-segment displays, RDY, RUN, ERR, ALM, SD, USB, BAT, U0, U1, U2, U3, U4, U5 |
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| Switches | MODE0 switch | Selects functions for boot mode |
| MODE1 switch | Selects functions for smart access | |
| SET switch | Executes maintenance functions | |
| RESET switch | Executes forced hardware reset | |
| Maximum modules installable | 1 module/1 node | |
| Power consumption | 9.0W | |
| Dimensions | 70(W)×100(H)×84.6(D)mm (excluding protrusions) | |
| Weight | 655g（excluding battery and SD memory card） | |
*1: Use an SD memory card that complies with the operating temperature range of 0 to 85°C.
*2: The valid range is from January 1, 2001, 00:00:00 to December 31, 2099, 23:59:59. Since normal operation cannot be guaranteed, do not set values exceeding the above range.
Verified SD card
Intelligent Edge Controller (A8) has been confirmed to work with the SD memory cards from the following manufacturers.
Please note that we cannot guarantee correct operation.
| Manufacturer | Manufacturer Model | capacity |
|---|---|---|
| SanDisk | SDSDUW3-032G-JNJIN | 32GB |
| SanDisk | SDSDXWT-032G-JNJIP | 32GB |
| SanDisk | SDSDUWC-064G-JN3IN | 64GB |
| SanDisk | SDSDUWC-128G-JN3IN | 128GB |
| SanDisk | SDSDUWL-256G-JN3IN | 256GB |
| SanDisk | SDSDUWL-512G-JN3IN | 512GB |
| SanDisk | SDSDXXD-1T00-JNJIP | 1TB |
| HAGIWARA Solutions | NSDB-016GS(N24SEI | 16GB |
NOTE
- Always format the SD card before use.
- For inquiries about third-party SD memory cards that have been confirmed to work, please contact the respective SD memory card manufacturer.
- Please note that the manufacturer may discontinue sales of any SD memory card without notice.
- The operating ambient temperature range of this module is 0 to 55 °C, but the temperature inside the SD memory card slot is higher than this ambient temperature. Please be careful when using the card. Use a card that satisfies the operating temperature range of 0 to 85°C.
Notes on 「Downloads」 (A8 User Registration – Required)
Product content (documents and software) can be downloaded from the Yokogawa Electric Customer Portal (membership registration required).
After purchasing the product, please register your product by clicking "A8 User Registration" in the upper right corner of this page.
Note:
- To download product content, you will need both "Customer Portal Registration" and "A8 User Registration" on the Yokogawa Electric Site.
- When searching for content within the Customer Portal, please specify "A8" as your search keyword.
Software:<https://myportal.yokogawa.com/s/downloads>
Documents:<https://myportal.yokogawa.com/s/documents>
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Some documents can only be downloaded from the "A8 Document List" in the product information.
Links to some of the content are provided in "Downloads" at the bottom of this page.
CAD data can be downloaded from "Drawings".
Downloads
Brochures
Instruction Manuals
General Specifications
- A8 Overview (4.1 MB)
- A8 Standard Compliant Products (31 KB)
Technical Information
Drawings
- A8 A8HPU Power Supply Module 2D CAD (12.8 KB)
- A8 A8HPU Power Supply Module 3D CAD (258.5 KB)
- A8 A8HCA CPU Module 2D CAD (11.0 KB)
- A8 A8HCA CPU Module 3D CAD (454.3 KB)
- A8 T9132AA End plate 2D CAD (5.9 KB)
- A8 T9132AA End plate 3D CAD (33.2 KB)
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