OUTLINE

• Plug & Play
  • Start logging data out-of-the-box with standalone operation.
  • Connect your CAN bus to your server in less than 2 minutes.
• Pro Specs (High Performance)
  • Supports extractable 8–32 GB SD cards, 2x CAN/LIN channels and CAN FD.
  • Ensures zero data loss with a 50 µs real-time clock (RTC), error frame logging and MF4 log format.
• Compact & Rugged
  • Ultra-compact size of only 8 x 5 x 2 cm and ~100 g weight.
  • Features an aluminum enclosure, 6 LEDs and configurable 5V power output (CH2).
• Secure 3G/4G Connectivity
  • Transmit data securely to your own server via 3G/4G.
  • Supports over-the-air (OTA) updates, includes a SIM slot and ensures end-to-end (E2E) security.
• GNSS + 3D IMU
  • Built-in GNSS and IMU with sensor fusion for up to 3x improved accuracy.
  • Capture position, speed, acceleration, orientation and more.
• Interoperable (Open Source)
  • Free and open source software and APIs.
  • Convert MF4 to ASC/CSV, supports DBC decoding, Python integration and custom dashboards.

Today, fleet telematics is vital across vehicles and machines.

However, end users face challenges: Expensive subscriptions. No data ownership. Security concerns. Vendor lock-in.

The CANedge3 provides a modern alternative:

• Log data to the SD and auto-upload via global 3G/4G
• Use your own server (self-hosted or cloud)
• Use your own SIM (or 90% discounted IoT SIM)
• Simply add your SIM/server details to the config
• Configure file split size/period to control upload frequency
• 100% secure: HTTPS, credential encryption and more
• Manage via over-the-air updates (firmware & configuration)
• Zero fees. Zero lock-in. Interoperable. Open source tools

The CANedge3 uses open formats (MDF4 data, JSON config, S3 server) - and all software/APIs are 100% free and open source.

The software toolbox includes:

• Editors: Easily modify your device config (online/offline)
• CANcloud: Manage connected CANedge3 devices & data
• S3 drive: Mount your S3 server as a 'local drive'
• Converters: Convert data to Vector ASC, PEAK TRC, CSV, ...
• asammdf GUI: DBC decode, plot and export your data
• Python API: Automate your data processing & integrations
• Dashboards: Visualize data in custom browser dashboards

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL

• Functionality: Standalone CAN bus data logger with SD card, 2x CAN/LIN channels, 3G/4G LTE, and GNSS/IMU
• Firmware: Supports free firmware updates to add features
• Configuration: Configuration files based on popular open-source JSON schema
• Software:
• Free open-source editor tool for easy device configuration (online/offline)
• Free open-source CANcloud telematics platform for managing devices & data via browser
• Tools for mounting your S3 server as a local drive for easy access
• Free open-source asammdf software & API for editing, DBC conversion, and plotting MF4 data
• Free open-source MF4 converters – drag & drop log files to convert to CSV, ASC, TRC, etc.
• Free open-source Python API for automated data processing, reporting, or integrations
• Free open-source telematics dashboards to visualize DBC decoded data in browser
• Safety Certifications: CE-RED, FCC, IC, RoHS, ECE R10 (automotive EMC), RCM (Australia), ICASA (South Africa), KC (Korea)
• Origin: Denmark

CAN BUS

• Channels: 2 x CAN channels (including CAN FD support)
• Standards: ISO 11898 (CAN up to 1 Mbit/s), ISO & Bosch CAN FD (up to 5 Mbit/s payload)
• Protocols: Logs raw data from CAN-based protocols (J1939/FMS, CANopen, NMEA 2000, OBD2, CAN FD, UDS, etc.)
• Identifiers: Compliant with CAN 2.0A (11-bit ID) and 2.0B (29-bit ID)
• Bit Rate Auto-Detect: Auto-detect or manual setting available
• Retransmission: Configurable retransmission of frames lost due to arbitration or errors
• Transceiver Protection: ±16 kV HBM ESD, ±15 kV IEC ESD, ±70 V bus fault, short circuit
  • Common-mode input voltage: ±30 V
  • TXD dominant timeout to prevent network blocking

LIN BUS

• Channels: 2 x LIN channels
• Publisher/Subscriber: Each LIN channel configurable as publisher/subscriber
• Custom Length: Supports custom frame lengths
• Standard: LIN 2.0 up to 20 Kbit/s (Classic & Enhanced checksum)
• Transceiver Protection: ±8 kV HBM ESD, ±1.5 kV CDM, ±58 V bus fault
  • TXD dominant timeout prevents network blocking

DATA LOGGING

• SD Card: 8 GB extractable Class 10 industrial micro SD (optional 32 GB), read speed 80 MB/s
• Parallel CAN/LIN: Records up to 2 x CAN + 2 x LIN simultaneously
• Real-Time Clock: Timestamped CAN frames with 50 µs resolution (battery-backed)
  • Configurable for local time zone (default UTC)
  • Can auto-sync via 3G/4G LTE or CAN message (e.g., GNSS timestamp)
• Log File Format: Industry-standard binary MF4 (convertible to CSV, ASC, pandas, MATLAB, etc.)
• Data Compression: Configurable embedded compression (~50–80% size reduction)
• Silent Mode: Restrict mode (ack only) or monitoring mode (zero transmission)
• Filters: 128/64 regular/extended ID filters per channel
• Prescaling: Pre-scale CAN frames by time or data changes
• Transmit: Send lists of CAN frames per channel (single-shot or periodic)
• Gateway Routing: Data from CAN1/2, LIN1/2, and CAN9 (GPS/IMU) can be routed to CAN1/2
• Error Frames: Supports logging CAN/LIN error frames
• Remote Frames (RTR): Supports logging/transmitting remote CAN frames
• Cyclic Logging: Oldest files deleted when SD card is full
• Advanced Triggers: Start/stop logging based on custom CAN IDs and data thresholds
• CAN Heartbeat: Optionally send device status frame
• File Split: Configurable by size (1–512 MB) or time (0–86400s)
• Power Safe: 100% safe logging – no corruption on disconnect
• Unique Device ID: Globally unique for log file naming
• Data Encryption: Log files can be encrypted on SD card for GDPR/CCPA compliance

3G/4G LTE

• SIM Slot: Micro SIM (mid-size)
• SIM Card: Use your own SIM or included IoT SIM (60–90% discounted rates)
  • Verizon SIM not supported
• LTE Module: Professional u-blox LARA-R6001D LTE Cat1
• Coverage: Global
• Frequency: 4G LTE FDD/TDD, 3G multi-band
• Protocol: HTTP/HTTPS secure for big data transfer
• OTA Updates: Firmware & configuration over-the-air, configurable sync
• Heartbeat: Optional periodic device status upload
• Data Upload Control: Enable/disable log upload remotely
• Antenna: External SMA, extendable or replaceable (e.g., 2-in-1 LTE+GNSS)
• S3 Server Interface: Upload to self-hosted or cloud servers (Amazon, Google, Azure, MinIO)

3G/4G LTE SECURITY

• HTTPS: TLS 1.2 secure transfer
• Credential Encryption: S3 credentials encrypted on SD card
• Signed Firmware: Updates digitally signed
• User Policies: Fully customizable access rights per device/user

GNSS & 3D IMU

• Module: u-blox NEO-M9V (92-channel) with gyroscope & accelerometer
• GNSS: GPS, Galileo, BeiDou, GLONASS
• Sensor Fusion (UDR): Combines GNSS + 3D IMU, up to 3x better accuracy
• Accuracy:
  • Position: 2.0 m CEP
  • Heading: 0.3° | Pitch: 0.4° | Roll: 0.6° (68% @ 30 m/s)
  • Velocity: 0.08 m/s
• Sensitivity: Tracking/Navigation 160 dBm, cold start 148 dBm
• Cold Start: 30–120 s
• GNSS Antenna: Required for GNSS data (IMU works independently)

DATA PARAMETERS

• CAN Encoding: GNSS/IMU encoded as CAN frames on separate channel
• Configuration: Filter/prescale messages, custom inclusion & frequency
• Signals: GNSS position, time, status, speed, altitude, attitude, odometer, 3D acceleration, geofence status (5 Hz)

ELECTRICAL

• Input Supply: +7V to +32V DC via Channel 1 DB9
• Power Consumption: ~1 W idle, ~2.5 W 3G/4G transfer
• Protection: Reverse voltage & transient voltage protection

MECHANICAL

• Enclosure & Weight: Aluminum, 75 x 47 x 20 mm, 100 g (excluding flanges & antenna)
• Antennas: 3G/4G LTE & GPS included
• Flanges: 4 x M3 screw holes, compatible with mounting kit
• Connectors: 2 x standard DB9 (optional OBD2/J1939 adapters)
• Configurable Power Out: Channel 2 can supply 5V to external modules
• LEDs: 6 LEDs: Power, CH1, CH2, Memory, LTE, GNSS
• Operating Temp: -25°C to +70°C
• IP Rating: IP40 (optional IP67 kit)