Description:
BeagleBone Black Rev C Development Board ARM Cortex-A8 Open-Source Hardware Development Platform is a powerful and compact embedded development board designed for engineers, makers, students, and IoT developers. Powered by the Texas Instruments Sitara™ AM3358 ARM Cortex™-A8 processor, this open-source hardware platform delivers reliable performance for embedded systems, industrial automation, robotics, Linux development, and Internet of Things (IoT) applications.
The board features a 1GHz ARM Cortex-A8 processor, 512MB DDR3L RAM, 4GB onboard eMMC Flash storage, and a microSD card slot for additional storage and flexible boot options. It supports multiple boot modes including eMMC, microSD, USB, and Serial Boot, allowing developers to easily install and test different operating systems and embedded applications. A dedicated boot selection switch makes changing boot sources simple and convenient.
Designed with extensive connectivity and expansion capabilities, the BeagleBone Black Rev C offers high-speed USB, Ethernet, GPIO, PWM, UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, ADC, and other industrial interfaces. Built around the TI Sitara™ AM3358AZCZ100 processor, it also supports advanced industrial communication protocols such as EtherCAT and PROFIBUS, making it suitable for industrial control systems, automation equipment, and real-time embedded applications.
The BeagleBone Black is fully compatible with Linux distributions such as Debian and supports programming languages including Python, C/C++, JavaScript, and Node.js. Its open-source ecosystem and extensive community support make development faster and easier for both beginners and professionals.
Whether you're building IoT devices, robotics projects, industrial automation systems, edge computing applications, AI prototypes, smart home solutions, or embedded Linux projects, the BeagleBone Black Rev C Development Board provides a reliable, feature-rich, and cost-effective platform for rapid development and innovation.
Specifications:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | BeagleBone Black Rev C Development Board |
| Processor | Texas Instruments Sitara™ AM3358AZCZ100 |
| CPU | 1GHz ARM® Cortex™-A8 (2000 MIPS) |
| Graphics Engine | PowerVR SGX530 Graphics Engine |
| Real-Time Processing | Programmable Real-Time Unit (PRU) Subsystem |
| RAM | 512MB DDR3L SDRAM @ 800MHz |
| Onboard Storage | 4GB Embedded eMMC Flash |
| Expandable Storage | microSD Card Slot |
| Power Management IC | TPS65217C PMIC with Dedicated LDO |
| Debug Support | Optional 20-Pin CTI JTAG, Serial Header |
| Power Input | Mini USB, DC Jack, or 5V DC via Expansion Header |
| USB Client Port | High-Speed USB 2.0 (Mini USB) |
| USB Host Port | High-Speed USB 2.0 Type-A (500mA, LS/FS/HS) |
| Ethernet | 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Port |
| Serial Interface | UART0 (3.3V TTL, 6-Pin Header) |
| Display Output | HDMI Type-D Interface |
| LCD Interface | Supported |
| Audio Output | Stereo Audio over HDMI |
| User Buttons | Power, Boot & Reset Buttons |
| LED Indicators | 1 Power LED + 4 User-Programmable LEDs |
| Expansion Interfaces | GPIO, UART, I2C, SPI, PWM, ADC, LCD, eMMC |
| Operating System Support | Debian Linux, Embedded Linux & ARM-Compatible Operating Systems |
Features:
- Powerful 1GHz ARM Cortex-A8 Processor Powered by the Texas Instruments Sitara™ AM3358 processor for fast and reliable embedded computing.
- 512MB DDR3L RAM Delivers smooth multitasking and efficient performance for Linux, IoT, and embedded applications.
- 4GB Onboard eMMC Flash Storage Built-in high-speed storage enables quick booting and reliable application deployment.
- Expandable microSD Storage Supports microSD cards for additional storage and flexible operating system boot options.
- Multiple Boot Modes Supports eMMC Boot, microSD Boot, USB Boot, and Serial Boot for versatile development.
- High-Speed USB Connectivity Includes USB 2.0 Host and USB 2.0 Client ports for peripherals, programming, and data transfer.
- Built-in Ethernet Port 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet provides stable wired networking for IoT and industrial applications.
- Rich GPIO & Expansion Interfaces Supports GPIO, UART, I2C, SPI, PWM, ADC, LCD, and eMMC for extensive hardware interfacing.
- HDMI Display Output HDMI Type-D interface with stereo audio support for multimedia and graphical applications.
- Programmable Real-Time Unit (PRU) Enables deterministic real-time processing for industrial automation and motion control.
- Open-Source Hardware Platform Fully compatible with Linux and supported by a large developer community for rapid prototyping.
- Compact & Energy Efficient Design Small form factor with low power consumption, ideal for embedded systems, robotics, automation, AI, and IoT development.
Applications:
- Embedded System Development Ideal for designing and testing embedded Linux applications.
- Internet of Things (IoT) Perfect for IoT gateways, smart devices, and connected sensor networks.
- Industrial Automation Suitable for PLC systems, machine control, data acquisition, and industrial monitoring.
- Robotics Projects Used in autonomous robots, robotic arms, motion control, and intelligent automation systems.
- Home Automation Ideal for smart home controllers, security systems, and automation hubs.
- Edge Computing Supports real-time data processing and edge AI applications.
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) Prototyping Suitable for AI-based embedded systems and machine learning projects.
- Educational & STEM Learning Excellent platform for learning embedded programming, Linux, and electronics.
- Multimedia & Display Applications Supports HDMI output for digital signage, HMI, and display-based projects.
- Networking & Communication Projects Ideal for Ethernet-enabled embedded systems, communication gateways, and network monitoring applications.
- Research & Product Development Widely used by engineers, researchers, startups, and product developers for rapid prototyping and proof-of-concept designs.
- DIY Electronics Projects Perfect for makers, hobbyists, and developers building custom electronics, automation, and open-source hardware projects.
