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CANedge1: 2x CAN Bus Data Logger (SD + RTC)

Part No.: MPCSS-CANedge1
The plug & play 2x CAN/LIN logger records timestamped CAN data (Classical/CAN FD) to the extractable 8 GB industrial SD card.

It's extremely easy-to-use: Simply power the device via your CAN bus connector to start logging raw CAN data. Extract the data and process it using 100% free open source software/API tools - incl. J1939/OBD2 DBC conversion & graphical plots.

The CANedge1 is ideal for monitoring CAN bus systems over long periods - e.g. for legal purposes, vehicle development, diagnostics, maintenance or research.

Product Description

OUTLINE

  • PLUG & PLAY
    • Log data out-of-the-box with standalone operation – no PC required. Powered via CAN connector.
  • PRO SPECS
    • Supports extractable 8–32 GB SD cards, dual CAN/LIN channels and CAN FD. Ensures zero data loss.
    • Includes 50 µs precision RTC, error frame logging and MF4 format support.
  • COMPACT
    • Compact size of only 8 × 5 × 2 cm and approx. 100g weight. Aluminium enclosure.
    • Features 4 LEDs and configurable 5V power output on CH2.
  • CONFIGURABLE
    • Advanced CAN ID filters, transmit lists, routing, triggers and cyclic logging.
    • Includes silent mode and data encryption support.
  • FAST & SECURE
    • Industrial-grade SD card with read speeds up to 80 MB/s.
    • Supports data encryption for GDPR / CCPA compliance.
  • INTEROPERABLE
    • Free and open-source software and APIs available.
    • Supports MF4 to ASC / CSV conversion, DBC decoding, Python and dashboards.

Pro Specs CAN Logger

High performance – at a competitive cost

The CANedge1 combines innovative design and cutting-edge components with exceptional cost efficiency:

  • 2 x CAN (incl. CAN FD) + 2 x LIN channels
  • Extractable 8–32 GB industrial SD card (supports months of logging)
  • Industry-standard binary MDF4 log file format
  • Advanced message filtering and transmit functionality
  • Route data from CAN1/2 and LIN1/2 to CAN1/2
  • Start/stop logging triggers based on CAN ID and data bytes
  • Silent mode, bit rate auto-detection and cyclic logging
  • Data compression and encryption (e.g. for GDPR / CCPA compliance)
  • Support for CAN/LIN error frame logging
  • Fast boot time and safe power-off during operation (power-safe design)
  • Expand functionality via CANmod (e.g. log up to 5 x CAN or temperature/analog data)

Open Source Software / API

Flexible integration – no restrictions

The CANedge1 uses open formats (MDF4 data, JSON configuration, S3 server) and provides 100% free and open-source software and APIs for full flexibility and integration.

The software toolbox includes:

  • Editors: Easily modify device configuration (online/offline)
  • Converters: Convert data to Vector ASC, PEAK TRC, CSV, etc.
  • asammdf GUI: Perform DBC decoding, plotting and data export
  • Python API: Automate data processing and integrations
  • Dashboards: Visualize data via custom browser-based dashboards

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • GENERAL
    • Functionality: Standalone CAN bus data logger with SD card and 2x CAN/LIN channels (incl. CAN FD)
    • Firmware: Free updates for adding features
    • Configuration: JSON-based configuration files
    • Software:
    • Free open-source editor (online/offline) for device configuration
    • Free asammdf software & API for editing, DBC conversion, plotting MDF4 data
    • Free MF4 converters (drag & drop to CSV, ASC, TRC)
    • Free Python API for automated data processing & integration
    • Free telematics dashboards to visualize DBC-decoded data in browser
    • Safety: CE, FCC, IC, RoHS, ECE R10, KC
    • Origin: Denmark
  • CAN BUS
    • Channels: 2 x CAN (incl. CAN FD)
    • Standard: ISO 11898, CAN up to 1 Mbit/s; CAN FD up to 5 Mbit/s
    • Protocols: Raw logging for J1939/FMS, CANopen, NMEA 2000, OBD2, CAN FD, UDS
    • Identifiers: 2.0A (11-bit) & 2.0B (29-bit)
    • Bit-Rate Auto-Detect: Auto or manual
    • Retransmission: Configurable
    • Transceiver Protection: ±16 kV HBM, ±15 kV IEC, ±70 V bus fault, TXD dominant timeout, ±30 V common mode
  • LIN BUS
    • Channels: 2 x LIN
    • Publisher/Subscriber: Configurable
    • Custom Length: Supported
    • Standard: LIN 2.0 up to 20 Kbit/s (Classic & Enhanced checksum)
    • Transceiver Protection: ±8 kV HBM, ±1.5 kV CDM, ±58 V bus fault, TXD dominant timeout
  • DATA LOGGING
    • SD Card: 8 GB industrial Class 10 (optional 32 GB), 80 MB/s read speed
    • Parallel Logging: 2 x CAN + 2 x LIN simultaneously
    • RTC: 50 µs timestamp, battery-backed, timezone & CAN-sync support
    • File Format: MDF4 (convertible to CSV, ASC, pandas, MATLAB, etc.)
    • Data Compression: ~50–80%
    • Silent Mode: Restricted or monitoring
    • Filters: 128/64 standard/extended per channel
    • Prescaling: By time or data
    • Transmit: Single-shot/periodic frames
    • Gateway Routing: CAN1/2 & LIN1/2 → CAN1/2 with optional ID mapping
    • Error Frames: CAN & LIN
    • Remote Frames (RTR): Supported
    • Cyclic Logging: Optional
    • Advanced Triggers: Start/stop logging by CAN ID & data thresholds
    • Heartbeat: CAN frame status & storage
    • File Split: By size/time
    • Power Safe: No data corruption
    • Unique ID: Global unique device ID
    • Data Encryption: GDPR/CCPA
  • ELECTRICAL
    • Input Supply: +7V to +32V DC (via CAN DB9)
    • Power Consumption: ~1 W
    • Protection: Reverse voltage & transient voltage
  • MECHANICAL
    • Enclosure & Weight: Aluminium, 75 × 47 × 20 mm, 100 g
    • Flanges: 4 x M3
    • Connector: 2 x DB9 (optional OBD2/J1939)
    • Configurable Power Out: CH2 supplies 5V to external modules
    • LEDs: Power, CH1, CH2, Memory
    • Temperature: -25°C to +70°C
    • IP Rating: IP40 (optional IP67 kit)
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