EDICnet is a powerful hardware interface from Elektrobit Germany for vehicle networks. It is used in ECU engineering, test, validation, manufacturing and service fields.
EDICnet is an intelligent vehicle interface that provides both wired LAN and wireless WLAN connections to a PC. It is designed for manufacturing, test, validation, and service environments, offering galvanic isolation and a sturdy aluminum housing for reliable operation in harsh conditions.
The device features a dual‑processor architecture (32‑bit and 16‑bit), three independent communication channels (2 × CAN, 1 × ISO 9141), optional extensions for MOST or SAE J1850, and a range of analog and digital I/O. It is supplied with various software packages and optional accessories to meet specific customer requirements.
| Dimensions | 245 × 112 × 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | ≈ 800 g |
| Power supply | 8 … 36 V via vehicle network or separate power pack |
| Current consumption | 300 – 600 mA at 12 V |
| Microcontrollers | Hitachi SH4 (162 MHz) + Infineon C167 (40 MHz) |
| Ethernet interface | 10 Mbit/s (PG interface) |
| Wireless LAN | IEEE 802.11b, 11 Mbit/s |
| PC Card interfaces | 2 × PCMCIA V2.1 |
| Vehicle interfaces | D‑Sub 25‑pin, galvanically insulated |
| CAN channels | 2 × CAN (ISO 11898, CAN 2.0B, 11/29‑bit ID) |
| ISO 9141‑2 support | Up to 256 kBaud |
| Optional SAE J1850 | PWM and VPW via extension slot |
| Optional MOST | Available via extension slot |
| Analog inputs | 4 (0 … 36 V range) |
| Digital inputs | 2 |
| Digital outputs | 2 (max 200 mA) |
| Operating temperature range | 0 °C … +50 °C |
| Storage temperature range | -25 °C … +80 °C |
It can be powered from 8 to 36 V either via the vehicle’s onboard network or a separate power pack.
The unit measures approximately 245 × 112 × 45 mm and weighs about 800 g.