Moduline M1
A rugged, Linux-based embedded controller for machine control, monitoring and connectivity in harsh environments
The Moduline M1 is a compact, free-programmable controller built for demanding mobile and industrial applications. This configuration delivers 12 software-configurable input channels and 12 protected power outputs, combined with dual CAN 2.0B, Ethernet and 4G / Wi-Fi / GPS connectivity. Every input and output is configured graphically in Node-RED or MATLAB/Simulink — no low-level coding required — and the CNC-machined aluminium enclosure is rated IP67 for use in the field.
12 configurable input channels
Each channel is individually configurable as an analogue or digital input, with switchable 5 V sensor supplies, selectable measuring ranges and software pull-up / pull-down. Ideal for interfacing directly with a wide range of sensors.
| Sensor supply | 6× switchable 5 V output |
| Input functions | analogue (mV / 12-bit ADC), digital, frequency, duty cycle, RPM, pulse counter |
| Measuring range | 0–5 V / 0–12 V / 0–24 V (per channel) |
| ADC resolution | 12-bit (0–4095) / 1 mV |
| Frequency range | 1 Hz – 10 kHz |
| Pull-up / pull-down | none / 3.3 kΩ / 4.7 kΩ / 10 kΩ (per channel) |
| Analogue filtering | 0 – 1000 sample averaging |
| Analogue – mV | voltage in mV, scaled to the selected range |
| Analogue – 12-bit | raw ADC value 0 – 4095 |
| Digital | status high / low |
| Frequency | 1 Hz – 10 kHz |
| Duty cycle | low or high time, 0.1 % resolution |
| RPM | rotations per second |
| Pulse counter | continuous pulse count |
12 protected power outputs
Independent power outputs with per-channel current sensing and an adjustable current limit. Each output is short-circuit and over-temperature protected, and suitable for half-bridge, low-/high-side switching, PWM and peak-and-hold actuator control.
| Output functions | half-bridge, low-/high-side (duty or on/off), peak-and-hold, frequency |
| Current limit | 0 – 4000 mA per channel (adjustable) |
| Maximum group current | 15 A |
| PWM frequency | 100 Hz – 10 kHz (per channel pair) |
| Frequency output | 0 – 500 Hz |
| Peak-and-hold | peak 0 – 3500 mA, peak time 0 – 5000 ms |
| Feedback & diagnostics | current (mA), temperature, supply voltage |
| Half-bridge | duty-cycle controlled 0 – 100 % |
| Low-/high-side duty | duty-cycle controlled 0 – 100 % |
| Low-/high-side bool | on / off switching |
| Peak-and-hold | injector control (peak + hold) |
| Frequency output | 0 – 500 Hz |
Processing, power & environment
| Processor | NXP i.MX8M Mini, quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 @ 1.6 GHz |
| RAM | 1 GB |
| Storage (eMMC) | 4 GB |
| Operating system | Linux — MATLAB/Simulink & Node-RED |
| Supply voltage (K30/K15) | 8 – 32 VDC |
| Current consumption | 310 mA @ 12 V / 200 mA @ 24 V |
| Standby current | < 1 mA |
| Load-dump protection | ISO 7637-2, pulse 5a / 5b |
| Operating temperature | −20 °C … +85 °C |
| Housing | EN AW-5083 aluminium, CNC-machined, grey anodised |
| Ingress protection | IP67 |
| Weight (excl. modules) | 651 g |
Communication & system I/O
| Module slots | 4 |
| Status LEDs | 4× RGB |
| CAN | 2× CAN 2.0B |
| USB | USB 2.0 |
| Ethernet | 10 / 100 Mbit |
| Motion sensor | 3-axis accelerometer |
| Cellular | 4G / LTE CAT-4 |
| GNSS | GPS / GNSS |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| RS232 | Via M12 connector |
| Configurable I/O | 24 channels (12 in / 12 out) |
| System connectors | Tyco 6437288-1 (A) / 6437288-2 (B) |
| Mating connectors | 4-1437290-0 / 4-1437290-1 |
Where this configuration fits
With 12 sensor inputs, 12 actuator outputs, CAN networking and telematics, this configuration suits control and monitoring tasks across mobile machinery and industrial systems. Typical fields include:
Agricultural machinery
Read position, pressure, temperature and speed sensors on 12 configurable inputs and drive valves, pumps and lighting on 12 power outputs — with CAN networking and GPS for field logging and telematics.
Off-highway & mobile equipment
Interface joystick and sensor signals and control proportional hydraulic valves, auxiliary functions and work lights over CAN, all configured graphically in Node-RED.
Construction & earthmoving
Manage attachment and hydraulic functions, monitor operating conditions, and track machine hours and location remotely via the 4G / GPS link.
Special & electric vehicles
Body and auxiliary control — lighting, HVAC actuators, pumps — plus CAN gateway duties and fleet telematics for retrofit and small-series vehicles.
Marine & offshore systems
Monitor engine, tank and environmental sensors, switch pumps and actuators, and stream operational data ashore over cellular for compact onboard control cabinets.
Energy & microgrid
Measure voltages, currents and frequency, switch contactors and relays, and coordinate solar, battery and grid paths with remote monitoring over Ethernet or cellular.
Test benches & R&D
Rapidly prototype measurement and actuation with Node-RED or MATLAB/Simulink, log data, and build flexible rigs that adapt as requirements change.
Material handling
Control conveyors, sorters and actuators, read encoder and proximity signals, and integrate into plant CAN or Ethernet networks for compact automation nodes.
Pinout — system connectors A & B
Two 34-pin automotive connectors (A & B). Inputs IN1–IN12 are wired to connector A; outputs OUT1–OUT12 and controller supply to connector B.
| Pin | Signal | Description |
|---|---|---|
| B8 | K30 | Supply |
| B9 | K30 | Supply |
| B17 | K15 | Contact 1 (active high) |
| A16 | K15 | Contact 2 (active high) |
| A17 | K15 | Contact 3 (active high) |
| B16 | RESET | Controller reset |
| B24 | CAN 1 LOW | CAN low |
| B25 | CAN 1 HIGH | CAN high |
| A24 | CAN 2 LOW | CAN low |
| A25 | CAN 2 HIGH | CAN high |
| B33 | K31 | Ground |
| B34 | K31 | Ground |
| Signal | Pin | Signal | Pin |
|---|---|---|---|
| SENSOR 5V | A7 | SENSOR 5V | A1 |
| SENSOR 5V | A6 | SENSOR 5V | A2 |
| SENSOR 5V | A5 | SENSOR 5V | A3 |
| IN1 | A15 | IN7 | A10 |
| IN2 | A23 | IN8 | A18 |
| IN3 | A14 | IN9 | A11 |
| IN4 | A22 | IN10 | A19 |
| IN5 | A13 | IN11 | A12 |
| IN6 | A21 | IN12 | A20 |
| SENSOR GND | A32 | SENSOR GND | A26 |
| SENSOR GND | A31 | SENSOR GND | A27 |
| SENSOR GND | A30 | SENSOR GND | A28 |
| Signal | Pin | Signal | Pin |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER SUPPLY | B7 | POWER SUPPLY | B1 |
| POWER SUPPLY | B6 | POWER SUPPLY | B2 |
| POWER SUPPLY | B5 | POWER SUPPLY | B3 |
| OUT1 | B15 | OUT7 | B10 |
| OUT2 | B23 | OUT8 | B18 |
| OUT3 | B14 | OUT9 | B11 |
| OUT4 | B22 | OUT10 | B19 |
| OUT5 | B13 | OUT11 | B12 |
| OUT6 | B21 | OUT12 | B20 |
| POWER GROUND | B32 | POWER GROUND | B26 |
| POWER GROUND | B31 | POWER GROUND | B27 |
| POWER GROUND | B30 | POWER GROUND | B28 |
Configuration note. The 12 inputs and 12 outputs of article 29110001 are realised with two 6‑Channel Input Modules and two 6‑Channel Output Modules across the controller’s four module slots. The I/O is presented here as a single unified 12‑input / 12‑output system; the physical module composition is provided for reference only and does not affect the functional specifications above. The controller has four module slots and can be reconfigured — see gocontroll.com/products for the full module range.