The VVDN i.MX 94 applications processor System-on-Module (SoM) is a compact, industrial-grade embedded computing platform designed to enable deterministic real-time control, secure edge intelligence and mission-critical industrial automation.

Powered by NXP’s i.MX 94 applications processor multi-core processor, the SoM combines high-performance application processing, real-time MCU-class control, Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN), and rich industrial connectivity in a robust and space-efficient form factor.

Optimized for industrial gateways, PLCs, factory automation systems, robotics controllers, and smart control applications, the i.MX 94 applications processor SoM delivers high reliability, ultra-low latency and long-term industrial scalability for demanding environments.

The SoM can be paired with VVDN-designed universal SMARC or custom carrier boards, enabling rapid product development and a seamless transition to mass production.

Key Features:

  • High-Performance Multicore Processing
  • Edge Intelligence Enablement
  • Deterministic Real-Time Processing
  • Time-Sensitive Network Communication
  • Rich Industrial-Grade Connectivity & Interfaces

Technical Specifications

Type Description
Processor
  • NXP i.MX 94 Applications Processor
Architecture
  • Multi-Core ARM-based SoC
Operating System
  • Linux (Yocto)
Memory
  • 32-bit LPDDR5, 4 GB/ 8 GB/ 16 GB
Storage
  • eMMC 5.1 Flash, 32 GB to 128 GB SD / SDIO / MMC ×1
Wireless
  • Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), 2.4/5 GHz Dual-Band, 1×1
  • Bluetooth 5.4
High Speed Interfaces
  • PCIe Gen3 ×2
  • USB 3.0 Gen1 Host ×2
  • USB 2.0 Host ×2
  • USB 2.0 OTG ×1
  • Gigabit Ethernet / EtherCAT ×2
  • SGMII (2.5 Gb Ethernet) ×1
  • LVDS (4-lane) ×1
Low Speed Interfaces
  • CAN-FD ×2
  • I²S ×2
  • I²C ×5
  • SPI ×2
  • UART ×4
  • PWM ×3
Industrial protocols
  • Modbus, Wired/Wireless HART, EtherNet/IP, BACnet, PROFIBUS and PROFINET, OPC UA
IoT Connectivity Protocols
  • MQTT, UDP, TCP/IP, FTP, Lightweight M2M (LwM2M), HTTPS
Dimensions
  • SMARC Standard (82 mm × 50 mm)
Operating Temperature
  • -40 °C to +85 °C
Category Specification
SOM Compatibility
  • Compatible with All SMARC Form Factor SoM Modules
Extendable NPU Capability
  • Supports M.2 Key-M (PCIe Gen3 ×1 lane) AI Accelerators for Enhanced AI Processing
Extendable Memory
  • Pluggable M.2 Key-M SSD Slot (PCIe Gen3 ×1 lane)
Extendable Wireless Connectivity 1
  • Supports M.2 Key-B 5G / 4G Cellular Modems (USB 3.2 Gen1)
Extendable Wireless Connectivity 2
  • Supports Industrial-Grade LoRa Modules in M.2 Key-A Form Factor (USB 2.0 Host ×1, SPI ×1)
Display Port
  • HDMI 1.4b ×1
External Industrial Port (High Speed)
  • 5 Gbps Ethernet ×1, RJ-45 Connector
  • 1 Gbps Ethernet ×2, RJ-45 Connector
External Industrial Ports (Low Speed)
  • RS-485 ×1, Terminal Block
  • CAN-FD ×2, Terminal Block
  • HART ×1, Terminal Block
External Bus Interfaces
  • USB 3.2 Gen1 ×1, USB Type-A
  • USB 2.0 ×1, USB Type-A
  • RS-232 ×1, DB9 Connector
Industrial Protocols
  • Modbus, Wired/Wireless HART, EtherNet/IP, BACnet, PROFIBUS and PROFINET, OPC UA
IoT Connectivity Protocols
  • MQTT, UDP, TCP/IP, FTP, Lightweight M2M (LwM2M), HTTPS
Input Power
  • 12 V/ 100 W, 4-Pin Industrial DIN Connector
Dimensions
  • 215 × 146 × 1.6 mm
Operating Temperature
  • -40 °C to +85 °C
Support is available for VVDN-designed reference carrier boards, along with full customization for application-specific I/O, industrial protocols, and form factors.

Targeted Applications

VVDN i.MX 94 applications processor System-on-Module (SoM) is a compact, industrial-grade embedded computing platform designed to enable deterministic real-time control, secure edge intelligence and mission-critical industrial automation.

Building Management Systems (BMS)

Building Security and Surveillance

Motion Control & Robotics Controllers

Factory Automation Systems

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Remote I/O

Industrial Human-Machine Interface (HMI)

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