Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J ARM Industrial AI Edge Computer
  • Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J,Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J  ARM Industrial AI Edge Computer
  • Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J,Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J  ARM Industrial AI Edge Computer
  • Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J,Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J  ARM Industrial AI Edge Computer
  • Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J,Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J  ARM Industrial AI Edge Computer
  • Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J,Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J  ARM Industrial AI Edge Computer
  • Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J,Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J  ARM Industrial AI Edge Computer
  • Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J,Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J  ARM Industrial AI Edge Computer
  • Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J,Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J  ARM Industrial AI Edge Computer

Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J

No.BL244
The Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC is an industrial AI edge controller designed for the next generation of intelligent automation systems. It integrates deterministic PLC control, high-performance computing, and AI inference acceleration into a single DIN-rail industrial device.
Processor
Rockchip RK3576J
SoC
4*A72 + 4*A53
RAM
2/4/8GB
ROM
16/32/64GB
PLC Software
OpenPLC, NexPLC, CODESYS
NPU
6 TOPS
  • Description

  • Model Selection

EdgePLC BL244 Series

Industrial AI Edge Controller

Physical AI Controllers BL244 with High‑performance ARM‑based AI edge controller integrating real‑time control and edge inference. Features a 6 TOPS NPU, octa‑core CPU (4×Cortex‑A72 + 4×Cortex‑A53), supports up to 32 N‑series I/O modules, and comes with a rich AI vision stack (YOLOv5/8 + OpenCV) – perfect for smart manufacturing, robotics, and energy systems.

Core Features

6 TOPS NPU, octa‑core CPU, and modular I/O for edge AI & control

High‑performance AI Processor

  • Rockchip RK3576J/RK3576 (8nm, 64‑bit)
  • 4× Cortex‑A72 + 4× Cortex‑A53 + 1× Cortex-M0 @400MHz
  • RK3576J: A72 1.6GHz(normal)/2.1GHz(OD) • A53 1.4GHz(normal)/1.9GHz(OD)
  • RK3576: A72 2.2GHz • A53 2.0GHz
  • Dedicated NPU: 6 TOPS, supports INT4/8/16, FP16/BF16/TF32
  • Mali‑G52 MC3 GPU, 16M ISP, 8K@30fps/4K@120fps decode, 4K@60fps encode
  • 2/4/8 GB LPDDR4X, 16/32/64 GB eMMC

Rich I/O & Distributed Expansion

  • 2× 10/100/1000M Ethernet + 1× 10/100M (BL244A)
  • 2× USB 3.2 (5 Gbps), 1× HDMI 2.1 (BL244A, 4K@120fps)
  • PCIe M.2 NVMe (2230/2242, B&M Key), Mini PCIe for 4G/5G
  • Supports up to 32 N‑series I/O modules (DI/DO, AI/AO, RTD, TC, PWM)
  • 2× RS485 or 1× RS485 + 1× CAN2.0B (X90/X91 options)

Intelligent Software & AI Ecosystem

  • Ubuntu 22.04 / EdgePLC‑OS (Linux 6.1.115 / Linux-RT 6.1.115)
  • OpenPLC, NexPLC, CODESYS Runtime (IEC 61131‑3)
  • IGH EtherCAT master, Node‑RED, Docker & K3s
  • YOLOv5/8 + OpenCV, TensorFlow Lite, PyTorch Mobile
  • BLRAT remote access, QuickConfig

Industrial‑grade Reliability

  • ESD, EFT, Surge immunity (level 3 per IEC 61000‑4)
  • -40°C to +85°C industrial temperature (RK3576J)
  • DIN35 rail mounting, IP30 protection
  • Independent hardware watchdog, reverse polarity protection
  • Vibration / shock tested per GB/T 2423

Key Specifications Snapshot

AI performance and flexibility at the edge

0
TOPS
NPU AI Compute
0
+
Max I/O Modules
0
GB
eMMC Storage
0
GB
LPDDR4X

Software Version Options

Choose the runtime that fits your control & AI strategy

Lite Edition
OpenPLC
  • Ubuntu 22.04 + OpenPLC
  • IEC 61131-3 (ST, LD, FBD)
  • Lightweight & open source
  • Ideal for simple logic control
  • No motion control
Standard Edition
NexPLC
  • NexPLC integrated platform
  • Cloud‑edge collaboration
  • Supports Node‑RED
  • Remote OTA & monitoring
  • YOLOv5/8 + OpenCV available
Professional Edition
CODESYS
  • CODESYS Runtime (IEC 61131-3)
  • SoftMotion / CNC & Robotics (option SM/CR)
  • EtherCAT master IGH
  • Advanced motion control
  • Full AI stack (TensorFlow Lite, PyTorch Mobile)

Typical Applications

From AI vision to real‑time control

AI Vision Inspection

Integrates industrial cameras and AI algorithms for real-time defect detection, OCR, and quality inspection on production lines.

Industrial Automation Equipment

Combines PLC control, edge computing, and industrial I/O to power smart machines and customized automation systems.

Robotics & AGV/AMR

Provides high-performance edge control for robots with real-time processing, motion control, and multi-sensor integration.

Energy Storage & Energy Management

Collects and analyzes battery, power, and environmental data while enabling intelligent control of energy systems.

Packaging & Food Processing Machinery

Enables smart control, data collection, and remote management for automated packaging and processing equipment.

Industrial IoT Edge Gateway

Connects field devices and industrial networks to cloud platforms with local computing and protocol integration.

Quality & Reliability

Certified for harsh industrial environments

EMC Compliance

  • GB/T 9254 / CISPR 32 Class A
  • ESD level 3 (contact ±6kV, air ±8kV)
  • EFT level 3 (power 2kV, signal 1kV)
  • Surge level 3 (diff. 2kV, common 4kV)
  • Voltage dips / interrupts tested

Environmental Tests

  • -40°C cold start & +85°C high temp run (RK3576J)
  • Damp heat 40°C, 85% RH for 48h
  • Sinusoidal vibration 5‑500Hz, 2g
  • Free fall 0.8m (packaged)
  • IP30 protection

Software & Support

  • Supports BLRAT, QuickConfig
  • Ubuntu file system & kernel source (Linux 6.1.115 / Linux-RT 6.1.115)
  • Complete AI examples: YOLOv5/8, OpenCV, TensorFlow Lite
  • Docker & K3s ready, long‑term maintenance
  • SDK, demo programs, and professional support

Start Your EdgePLC BL244 AI Project

The BL244 series combines 6 TOPS AI acceleration, real‑time control, and modular I/O in a rugged industrial controller. Ideal for AI‑driven automation, robotics, and smart energy.

EdgePLC BL244 Industrial AI Edge Controller Configurator

Rockchip RK3576 · 4×A72 + 4×A53 + 6TOPS NPU · up to 32 N‑Series I/O
1Base
2SOM
3Serial
4N‑Series
5Wireless+SW

Base Unit

BL244 (2×GigE) / BL244A (2×GigE + 1×100M + HDMI 2.1)
BL244
2×10/100/1000M Ethernet, no HDMI, supports 32 N‑Series
Ethernet2×GigE
USB2×USB3.2
HDMINo
BL244A
2×10/100/1000M + 1×100M Ethernet, HDMI 2.1, supports 32 N‑Series
Ethernet2×GigE + 1×100M
USB2×USB3.2
HDMI4K@120fps

SOM Board

RK3576J/B2 · eMMC/LPDDR4X · 6TOPS NPU

Serial Board

X90 (2×RS485) default / X91 (RS485 + CAN)

N‑Series I/O Modules

Click to add/remove · each click increments quantity
Selected: (none)

Wireless & Software

Wi‑Fi/4G/5G · Lite(OpenPLC) / STA(NexPLC) / Pro(CODESYS) · Motion (SM/CR)

Wireless Module

None
Wired only
Wi‑Fi
2.4G/5G
4G/LTE
Cellular
5G
High‑speed

Software Version

Lite
Ubuntu + OpenPLC
STA
NexPLC
Pro
CODESYS

Configuration Complete

BL244-SOM440-Lite
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  • Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J,Physical AI Controllers BL244 EdgePLC RK3576J  ARM Industrial AI Edge Computer
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