Computer on Module (CoM)

What is a COM Carrier?

A COM carrier is a carrier board to which a COM module is plugged. The use of COM modules reduce development costs and saves time. All I/O interfaces are provided on the Schroff carrier board. For new product development, this means standardized COM modules from different manufacturers can be used along with either the standard or a customized COM carrier from Pentair.
The Schroff COM Carrier provides common computer interfaces and features slots for various expansion boards. Expansion boards are inserted parallel to the carrier and include additional features such as a MiniPCI Express interfaces for connecting graphics cards, hard drives or wireless modules. Other expansion boards include a postcode module for debugging hardware and software, a prototype module for integrating additional functions using the GPIOs of the COM module or fieldbus modules for connecting to industry fieldbuses. Additionally, Pentair provides an interface for a PMC or an XMC module using these kinds of expansion boards.

Computer on Module
The new standard COM carrier from Pentair uses the µATX form factor with an edge length of 244 mm x 244 mm. The modular design of the carrier is notable as it provides common computer interfaces and features slots for various expansion boards that can add additional functions as required.

Modular COM system concept:

• • Interfaces can be adjusted based on requirements


• • Slots for various expansion boards


• • Efficient, low-interference power supply


• • Choice of integration level


• • Enclosure with IP protection up to IP 55 (optionally up to IP 67)
• • Flexible cooling design for forced air cooling or passive cooling applications
• • The height, width and depth of the small case can be adjusted