Gateway-CAN-MVB2 - Rugged Intelligent Locomotive Gateway

The Gateway-CAN-MVB2 rugged computer is used to decode signals between railroad continuous Automatic Train Control (ATC) systems with CAN interfaces or similar devices and onboard systems utilizing Multifunction Vehicle Bus (MVB).

This fanless intelligent Gateway is designed to be used in onboard safety systems installed in locomotives, high speed trains such as Velaro, Desiro and others. The system can be easily adapted to the technical requirements of different railroad vehicles.

This IP65 rated system is housed in a rugged aluminum enclosure with dual shock and vibration protection. It is based on proven PC/104 technology, and its compact design and low power makes it the ideal solution for on-board smart interface conversion.

Main features:

  • CPU: Intel 1.66 GHz Atom Processor N450 (512 KB L2 Cache, 1066 MHz FSB)
  • RAM: 1 GB DDR2 (soldered on board)
  • Data storage: 4 GB NAND Flash, SSD 4 – 16 GB CF
  • MVB ports: 2x redundant MVB channels (1.5 Mbaud, Isolation by transformer)
  • CAN ports: 2x Isolated CAN interfaces ISO 11898 compliant, 1Mbps (Optional: 4x CAN interfaces), supports CAN 2.0 A and CAN 2.0 B (active), high-performance microcontroller on board
  • Serial ports: 2x Isolated RS-232/422/485, up to 460.8 Kbps
  • Power: +18 to +75 V DC (isolated), the system is immune to surge per EN-61000-4-5 (± 4 kV, Criteria A)
  • Power Consumption: 16 W
  • Enclosure: aluminum enclosure, dual damping system, passive cooling system (no fans)
  • Mechanical (W x H x L): 180 x 165 x 253 mm (without end caps and connectors)
  • Operating temperature: -40 to +70 °C, complies with MIL-STD-810G (High temp. method 501.5, Low temp. method 502.5, Procedure I, II)
  • Operating humidity: 5 to 95 % at +25 °C, non-condensing
  • Vibration: operating acceleration amplitude up to 2g (3–500 Hz), complies with MIL-STD-810G (Method 514.6, Procedure I, Category 14)
  • Shock: maximum peak shock acceleration up to 6g (11 ms), complies with MIL-STD-810G (Method 516.6, Procedure I)
  • Dust/Moisture: IP65

MicroMax Computer Intelligence, a U.S. Corporation, was founded in 1979. Specializing in the engineering and design of embedded solutions for harsh environments as well as distribution of industrial computing and communication products, MicroMax’s M-Max systems are highly regarded in the transportation, manufacturing and mining industries. MicroMax, as a manufacturer of industrial computers, takes a customized approach to each client. Our engineering group can design M-Max systems to fit customer-specific technical requirements.

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