Introducing the New BCM NUC-RPLP: High-Performance, Compact Design for Industrial Applications

BCM, USA, 02.12.2024 - Meet the BCM NUC-RPLP – a powerhouse in a compact form factor, purpose-built for industrial environments that demand powerful, reliable, fanless computing. Equipped with the Intel® 13th Gen Raptor Lake P mobile processors and robust I/O options, the NUC-RPLP is ready to meet the challenges of modern embedded applications.

NUC-RPLP Key Features

Powerful Processing: Choose from Intel® Core™ i7, i5, or i3 Raptor Lake P processors with CPU integrated graphics to suit your specific performance needs.

Enhanced Graphics: Intel® Iris Xe Graphics (i7 and i5) and Intel® UHD Graphics (i3) provide smooth visuals, supporting dual displays via dual DisplayPort++ ports.

Intel® Edge Software-Qualified Hardware: for AI and Edge Computing.

Reliable Connectivity: Equipped with dual 2.5 GbE LAN ports, a Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C port with video output, a COM port, and dual SMA antenna jacks, the NUC-RPLP ensures fast, stable connections and expanded functionality. 

• USB Type-C Thunderbolt 4 with Video Output capability: Supports high-speed data transfer, additional display connections, and video output, ideal for high-performance peripherals, external storage, or adding an additional monitor for multi-display setups. 
• COM Port: Essential for legacy and industrial communication protocols, the COM port supports serial devices like scanners, modems, and industrial control equipment. 
• SMA Jacks: Ready for external antennas to enhance wireless connectivity, making the NUC-RPLP suitable for applications needing reliable, long-range wireless communication, such as IoT devices and remote monitoring systems. 

Flexible Memory and Storage: Supports up to 64GB of DDR5 4800MHz memory and offers multiple M.2 expansion slots for storage, NVMe, and wireless connectivity. 

Fanless, Semi-Rugged Design: A fanless chassis makes it ideal for environments with high dust, low ventilation, or noise-sensitive areas, such as the hospital, healthcare, lab, digital signage and factory automation facilities.

NUC-RPLP Applications

The NUC-RPLP is suited for a wide range of applications, including: 

• Smart Manufacturing: Reliable processing power for automated processes, machine vision, and monitoring. 
• Edge AI Computing: Capable of real-time data processing and analytics at the edge for IoT applications. 
• Digital Signage and Kiosks: Dual-display support and fanless operation make it perfect for public-facing applications that require durability and low maintenance. 

NUC-RPLP Hardware Features

• Motherboard Inside: ECM-RPLP 3.5" SBC 

Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 Mobile Processor supports up to 12 Cores, Intel® Raptor Lake P Platform: Intel® Core™ i7-1365UE (15W), Intel® Core™ i5-1335UE (15W), Intel® Core™ i3-1315UE (15W)

• 2 x DDR5 SODIMM sockets support up to 64GB 
• Intel® Iris Xe Graphic/ Intel® UHD Graphics (CPU Dependent) 
• 2 x DP++ support Dual Displays 
• Integrated USB Type C Thunderbolt 4 
• 2 x Intel® I226-LM Ethernet Controller (2.5 GbE), 2 x LAN Ports 
• M.2 E-Key CNVi, M.2 M-Key NVMe, M.2 B-Key with Nano SIM Card Slot 
• 4 x USB 3.2 (rear), 2 x USB 2.0 (front) 
• 1 x COM Port 
• 12V-24V DC-In
• Fanless Operation