How do I choose between the AIB-IMX8M and the AIB-IMX6A?

The AIB-IMX8M uses the newer NXP i.MX8M Quad Cortex-A53 platform with a Cortex-M4 core, DDR4 memory, and richer I/O such as USB 3.0, CAN, and dual RS232/485, along with a wider -40C to 60C operating range. The AIB-IMX6A uses the older NXP i.MX6 Cortex-A9 platform with USB 2.0 and a -20C to 70C range. Choose the AIB-IMX8M for higher performance, wider I/O, and colder-climate deployments.

What processor does the AIB-IMX8M use?

It uses the NXP i.MX8M Quad, based on the ARM Cortex-A53 architecture running up to 1.5GHz, paired with an integrated Cortex-M4 core for real-time or low-power tasks. This is a generational step up from the ARM Cortex-A9 based i.MX6 processor used in the sibling AIB-IMX6A, offering more processing capability for edge computing workloads.

How much memory does the AIB-IMX8M support?

The AIB-IMX8M ships with 2GB DDR4 memory by default, expandable to a maximum of 4GB DDR4. This is double the default memory capacity of the sibling AIB-IMX6A, which ships with 1GB DDR3, giving the AIB-IMX8M more headroom for multitasking and heavier embedded applications.

What storage options are available on the AIB-IMX8M?

The AIB-IMX8M includes 16GB eMMC storage by default, expandable up to a maximum of 64GB eMMC. This is double the default storage of the AIB-IMX6A, which ships with 8GB eMMC, giving the AIB-IMX8M more room for the OS, applications, and local data logging in industrial deployments.

Can the eMMC storage be upgraded after purchase?

Storage capacity depends on the ordering configuration selected at the time of purchase, with options ranging from 16GB up to 64GB eMMC. For guidance on the right storage configuration for your application, TSL Automation Solutions, as the authorised India distributor, can advise on available ordering codes and help you place the correct configuration.

What display interfaces does the AIB-IMX8M support?

The AIB-IMX8M supports multiple display outputs including HDMI, LVDS, and MIPI DSI, allowing it to drive external monitors as well as embedded panels used in HMI and kiosk designs. Note that when using LVDS or MIPI display output, the system only supports 12V DC input rather than the full 12 to 24V range.

Does the AIB-IMX8M support HDMI input as well as output?

Yes, the external I/O includes a dedicated HDMI 2.0 input connector in a vertical type layout, in addition to the display output options over HDMI, LVDS, and MIPI DSI. This allows the system to be used in applications that need to capture or pass through an HDMI video source alongside its own display outputs.

What networking options does the AIB-IMX8M provide?

The AIB-IMX8M has dual Gigabit LAN ports built in, matching the dual LAN configuration of the sibling AIB-IMX6A. For wireless connectivity, it adds an M.2 Key E socket for WiFi and Bluetooth modules and an M.2 Key B socket with a SIM slot for LTE modules, which are not listed as standard features on the AIB-IMX6A.

What serial and field I/O does the AIB-IMX8M offer?

The AIB-IMX8M provides two RS232/485 ports on DB9 connectors, a CAN interface on DB9, and an 8-pin GPIO connector on DB9, making it well suited for interfacing with sensors, PLCs, and industrial field devices. This dedicated serial and fieldbus I/O set is more extensive than what is listed on the sibling AIB-IMX6A.

What USB ports are available on the AIB-IMX8M?

It has one USB 3.0 Type A port and one USB 3.0 Type C port, the latter for data only, on the external I/O panel. Internally, there is also a 2x10 pin header supporting an additional USB 3.0 connection, giving system integrators flexibility for custom cabling or front panel USB ports.

Does the AIB-IMX8M support wireless connectivity?

Yes, wireless connectivity is supported through an M.2 2230 E-Key socket for WiFi and Bluetooth modules and an M.2 3042 B-Key socket for 3G or 4G LTE modules, along with a SIM card socket for the LTE module. These sockets are available internally, allowing wireless options to be added based on the ordering configuration.

What expansion options does the AIB-IMX8M have?

Internal expansion includes an M.2 2230 E-Key socket for WiFi/BT, an M.2 3042 B-Key socket for 3G/4G LTE modules with a SIM socket, two MIPI CSI camera connectors, an LVDS connector, a header extend connector, and a 2x10 pin USB 3.0 header, giving integrators several paths to add wireless, camera, or display modules.

Can the AIB-IMX8M connect industrial cameras?

Yes, the AIB-IMX8M includes two internal MIPI CSI connectors, which support the connection of MIPI camera modules. This makes it suitable for vision-enabled applications such as inspection, monitoring, or smart edge devices where compact camera integration is required alongside the system's ARM processing platform.

What is the operating temperature range of the AIB-IMX8M?

The AIB-IMX8M is rated for operation from -40C to 60C, with storage temperature extending from -20C to 85C. This is a wider operating range than the sibling AIB-IMX6A, which is rated from -20C to 70C, making the AIB-IMX8M better suited to colder outdoor or unheated industrial environments.

What humidity conditions can the AIB-IMX8M withstand?

The system is rated for 0 percent to 90 percent relative humidity, non-condensing, which is typical for fanless industrial computing systems deployed in factory, warehouse, or outdoor enclosure environments where humidity levels can vary throughout the day.

What power input does the AIB-IMX8M require?

The AIB-IMX8M accepts a wide DC input range of 12 to 24V through a DC jack connector, suitable for typical industrial power supplies and battery-backed systems. One important note is that when LVDS or MIPI display output is used, the system requires a 12V input specifically rather than the full 12 to 24V range.

What operating systems does the AIB-IMX8M support?

The AIB-IMX8M supports Linux Yocto as the default OS, along with Android and Ubuntu. This gives developers flexibility to choose an embedded Linux distribution or a more general-purpose OS depending on the application, from industrial HMI software to Android-based kiosk and signage deployments.

Is the AIB-IMX8M certified for industrial use?

Yes, the AIB-IMX8M carries CE and FCC Class B certification, confirming it meets recognised electromagnetic compatibility standards for use in commercial and industrial environments. These are the same certifications carried by the sibling AIB-IMX6A, reflecting Avalue's consistent compliance approach across its ARM-based system family.

What are the physical dimensions of the AIB-IMX8M?

The AIB-IMX8M measures 170mm x 110mm x 50mm as a compact fanless box PC. This small footprint makes it easy to fit into space-constrained industrial enclosures, control cabinets, or behind-panel installations where a full-size PC would not fit.

How is the AIB-IMX8M mounted?

The AIB-IMX8M is built as a compact fanless box PC in a 170 x 110 x 50 mm chassis, a form factor designed for panel and enclosure installation in industrial settings. Specific mounting hardware depends on the ordering configuration; TSL Automation Solutions can advise on the correct mounting accessories for your installation in India.

What applications is the AIB-IMX8M suited for?

With its ARM Cortex-A53 processor, dual LAN, CAN and RS232/485 field interfaces, GPIO, and wireless expansion, the AIB-IMX8M is well suited to industrial automation, IoT edge gateways, HMI panels, digital signage, kiosks, and vision-enabled edge devices that need compact, low power, fanless computing with wide temperature tolerance.

Is the AIB-IMX8M a good fit for IoT edge gateway applications?

Yes, dual Gigabit LAN, CAN, dual RS232/485, GPIO, and M.2 sockets for WiFi/BT and LTE make the AIB-IMX8M well suited as an IoT edge gateway that bridges field devices to cloud or local networks, while the Cortex-M4 core can support low-latency or real-time data handling alongside the main Cortex-A53 cores.

Can the AIB-IMX8M be used in HMI and kiosk designs?

Yes, with HDMI, LVDS, and MIPI DSI display support, along with rugged industrial I/O and a wide -40C to 60C operating range, the AIB-IMX8M is well suited to HMI panels, kiosks, and digital signage applications, similar to the use cases supported by the sibling AIB-IMX6A but with wider I/O and temperature margins.

Where can I order the AIB-IMX8M for use in India?

TSL Automation Solutions is the authorised India distributor for Avalue and supplies the AIB-IMX8M under its standard ordering configuration, AIB-IMX8M-A1-2R. Contact TSL Automation Solutions for pricing, lead times, and configuration options for this model.

Does TSL Automation Solutions provide warranty and after-sales support for the AIB-IMX8M?

Yes, as the authorised India distributor for Avalue, TSL Automation Solutions supplies the AIB-IMX8M along with local technical support and after-sales assistance. Specific warranty terms are confirmed at the time of order; contact TSL Automation Solutions directly for warranty details relevant to your purchase.

Is technical support available locally for the AIB-IMX8M?

Yes, TSL Automation Solutions provides local pre-sales and post-sales technical support for the AIB-IMX8M in India, helping customers with configuration selection, deployment guidance, and troubleshooting, so integrators do not need to rely solely on overseas support channels.

What is the default ordering configuration for the AIB-IMX8M?

The listed ordering configuration for this model is AIB-IMX8M-A1-2R. Configuration options, including memory and storage capacity, may vary based on the specific build ordered; TSL Automation Solutions can help confirm the exact specification available for your requirement in India.

Can the AIB-IMX8M run headless without a display connected?

Yes, since the AIB-IMX8M is built as a fanless embedded box PC with network, USB, and serial I/O in addition to its HDMI, LVDS, and MIPI DSI display outputs, it can operate headless as an edge computing or gateway device without a display connected, similar to typical industrial box PC deployments.

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AIB-IMX8M

Data Sheet

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Manufacturer: Avalue

Highlights

NXP i.MX8M Quad Cortex-A53 up to 1.5GHz + Cortex-M4 core
Fanless Compact Box PC
2GB DDR4 memory (expandable to 4GB)
16GB eMMC storage (expandable to 64GB)
Dual Gigabit LAN
USB 3.0 Type A and Type C
HDMI / LVDS / MIPI DSI display support
M.2 Key E (WiFi/BT) and M.2 Key B + SIM (LTE)
DC 12~24V wide input
-40C ~ 60C operating temperature

Product Description

The Avalue AIB-IMX8M is a fanless, compact ARM-based embedded computing system built on the NXP i.MX8M Quad Cortex-A53 processor running up to 1.5 GHz with an integrated Cortex-M4 core.

It ships with 2GB DDR4 memory (expandable to 4GB) and 16GB eMMC storage (expandable to 64GB), giving it enough headroom for edge computing and industrial control tasks.

Connectivity includes dual Gigabit LAN, USB 3.0 Type A and Type C ports, GPIO, CAN, and dual RS232/485 for field devices, plus HDMI, LVDS, and MIPI DSI display outputs and M.2 sockets for WiFi/BT and LTE.

Wide 12 to 24V DC input and a -40C to 60C operating range suit factory automation, kiosks, digital signage, and IoT gateway deployments. Linux Yocto, Android, and Ubuntu are supported. TSL Automation Solutions supplies and supports the AIB-IMX8M across India.

Technical Specifications

Processor

NXP i.MX8M Cortex-A53 Quad Core 1.3GHz; Cortex-M4 core processor

System Memory

2GB DDR4 (default)/ (expandable to the Max 4GB )

eMMC

16GB eMMC / (expandable to 64GB Max)

External I/O Connector

2 x Gigabit LAN

1 x DC Jack (J6)

1 x Headphone Jack.

1 x HDMI 2.0 In connector (Vertical type)

1 x Power LED

1 x Reset

1 x USB 3.0 Type A

1 x USB 3.0 Type C (Data only)

1 x GPIO 8 pin (DB9)

1 x CAN (DB9)

2x RS232/485 (DB9)

Multiple Display

HDMI / LVDS / MIPI DSI

DC Input Voltage

DC IN 12~24V (Note: LVDS and MIPI only support 12V input）

OS

Linux Yocto (Default) , Android, Ubuntu

Certification Information

FCC Class B

Operating Temp.

-40°C ~ 60°C

Storage Temp.

-20°C ~ 85°C

Operating Humidity

0% ~ 90% Relative Humidity, Non-condensing

Dimension (W x L x H)

170mm*110mm*50mm

Internal I/O Connector

1 x Backlight

1 x Front Panel

1 x LVDS

1 x M.2 2230 E-Key (WiFi/BT)

1 x M.2 3042 B-Key (3G/4G Module)

2 x MIPI CSI

1 x SIM Socket (For Use LTE M.2 Card)

1 x RTC battery

1 x Mic-In

1 x 2x10 P Header (USB3.0)

1 x Header Extend connector(J22)

Ordering Information

AIB-IMX8M-A1-2R

What is AIB-IMX8M?

The AIB-IMX8M is a computing system manufactured by Avalue, designed specifically for arm-based-system applications. It features processor of NXP i.MX8M Cortex-A53 Quad Core 1.3GHz; Cortex-M4 core processor, display of HDMI / LVDS / MIPI DSI and memory of 2GB DDR4 (default)/ (expandable to the Max 4GB ). The Avalue AIB-IMX8M is a fanless, compact ARM-based embedded computing system built on the NXP i.MX8M Quad Cortex-A53 processor running up to 1.5 GHz with an integrated Cortex-M4 core. It ships with 2GB DDR4 memory (expandable to 4GB) and 16GB eMMC storage (expandable to 64GB), giving it enough headroom for edge computing and industrial control tasks. Connectivity includes dual Gigabit LAN, USB 3.0 Type A and Type C ports, GPIO, CAN, and dual RS232/485 for field devices, plus HDMI, LVDS, and MIPI DSI display outputs and M.2 sockets for WiFi/BT and LTE. Wide 12 to 24V DC input and a -40C to 60C operating range suit factory automation, kiosks, digital signage, and IoT gateway deployments. Linux Yocto, Android, and Ubuntu are supported. TSL Automation Solutions supplies and supports the AIB-IMX8M across India.

Key Features & Benefits

NXP i.MX8M Quad Cortex-A53 up to 1.5GHz + Cortex-M4 core
Fanless Compact Box PC
2GB DDR4 memory (expandable to 4GB)
16GB eMMC storage (expandable to 64GB)
Dual Gigabit LAN
USB 3.0 Type A and Type C
HDMI / LVDS / MIPI DSI display support
M.2 Key E (WiFi/BT) and M.2 Key B + SIM (LTE)
DC 12~24V wide input
-40C ~ 60C operating temperature

Applications & Use Cases

The AIB-IMX8M is ideal for various industrial automation applications:

Dust-sensitive environments and silent operation requirements
DC-powered industrial installations and mobile applications
Extreme temperature environments and outdoor installations
Wireless connectivity and remote monitoring applications
Networked industrial systems and data communication
Peripheral device connectivity and data transfer
Memory-intensive applications and multitasking
Data logging and storage-intensive operations

Frequently Asked Questions

The AIB-IMX8M is a fanless, compact ARM-based embedded computing system built around the NXP i.MX8M Quad Cortex-A53 processor with an integrated Cortex-M4 core. It combines DDR4 memory, eMMC storage, dual Gigabit LAN, USB 3.0, CAN, RS232/485, and multiple display outputs in a small 170 x 110 x 50 mm chassis, making it suitable for industrial automation, edge computing, HMI, and IoT gateway applications.

The AIB-IMX8M is a newer generation platform than the AIB-IMX6A, moving from an i.MX6 Cortex-A9 processor to an i.MX8M Quad Cortex-A53 with a Cortex-M4 core, from DDR3 to DDR4 memory, and from USB 2.0 to USB 3.0. It also adds CAN, dual RS232/485, MIPI CSI camera support, LTE and WiFi/BT M.2 sockets, and a wider -40C to 60C operating range, making it the stronger choice for demanding or expanding industrial edge deployments.

AIB-IMX8M

Highlights

Product Description

Technical Specifications

System Information

Processor

System Memory

Storage

eMMC

External I/O Connector

External I/O Connector

Display

Multiple Display

Power Requirement

DC Input Voltage

Software Support

OS

Certification

Certification Information

Mechanical & Environmental

Operating Temp.

Storage Temp.

Operating Humidity

Dimension (W x L x H)

Internal I/O Connector

Internal I/O Connector

Ordering Information

Ordering Information

What is AIB-IMX8M?

Key Features & Benefits

Applications & Use Cases

Frequently Asked Questions