Ag1ECU
ag1ECU is a high-performance programmable Electronic Control Unit (ECU) designed to control and manage functions in agricultural machinery, implements, off-highway vehicles and heavy-duty applications. With its flexible and configurable architecture, it provides a versatile solution for integration into the electronic systems of different types of machinery.
Powered by an ARM Cortex-M7 microcontroller running at up to 550 MHz, it features 27 inputs, up to 22 outputs and three CAN/CAN-FD interfaces, enabling signal acquisition from analogue, digital and frequency sensors and control of DC motors, electrohydraulic actuators, solenoid valves and other machine loads. Compatibility with key industry communication protocols, including SAE J1939, CANopen and ISO 11783, facilitates integration with vehicle electronic systems.
C/C++ programmability and MATLAB Simulink support, combined with dedicated software libraries, simplify application development and customisation. Integrated safety, diagnostic and monitoring functions, together with a rugged die-cast aluminium enclosure with an IP67 protection rating, contribute to system reliability even under demanding operating conditions.
Designed for use as either a main ECU or an auxiliary controller, ag1ECU is suitable for a wide range of agricultural and off-highway applications, from seed drills and sprayers to earthmoving equipment and telehandlers. It is available as a programmable platform or with firmware developed to meet specific machine requirements, addressing the diverse integration needs of OEMs.
TECHNICAL FEATURES
- Power supply: 8–16 VDC; 20 A max.
- Dimensions: 206 × 148 × 40 mm.
- Microcontroller: ARM Cortex-M7, up to 550 MHz.
- Inputs and outputs: 27 analogue, digital/frequency inputs; up to 22 outputs for controlling machine loads.
- Communication: 3 CAN/CAN-FD interfaces and 1 USB 2.0 Host port.
- Programmability: C/C++ and MATLAB Simulink, with software libraries supporting key communication protocols.
- Safety and diagnostics: Hardware Secure Module (HSM), watchdog, output protection and operating condition monitoring.
- Protection rating: IP67, with die-cast aluminium enclosure.
- Operating temperature: −40 °C to +85 °C.
- Configurability: Hardware and firmware customisable to meet specific machine requirements.
- Applications: Agricultural machinery, implements, off-highway vehicles and heavy-duty applications.
