Developing an Ethernet-enabled embedded device involves more than establishing a network connection. Engineers must also consider power delivery, electrical isolation, PCB space, and overall system reliability. These challenges become particularly important in industrial IoT applications, where devices are often installed in remote locations or environments with limited access to power outlets. Platypus addresses these challenges... Continue Reading →
Serial-to-Ethernet with Modbus and MQTT Connectivity
Serial communication remains widely used in industrial equipment, measurement instruments, controllers, and embedded systems. However, modern applications increasingly require these devices to communicate over Ethernet networks, integrate with monitoring systems, or exchange data with IoT platforms. The PP-Ethernet-UART-MINI provides more than basic Serial-to-Ethernet conversion. In addition to bridging UART and Ethernet communication, it supports Modbus... Continue Reading →
Easy Ethernet, Safe Power: PP-W5500-POE Overview
SPI + PoE in One Reliable Board: Introducing the PP-W5500-POE If you’re building an embedded system that needs Ethernet connectivity and clean, dependable power delivery, the PP-W5500-POE is a compact board that’s surprisingly capable. What stood out to me is how developer-friendly it is—especially the way it handles Ethernet and PoE with a focus on... Continue Reading →
Reliable UART to Ethernet Converter for Industrial Use
PP-Ethernet-UART-HAT – A Compact Yet Powerful Serial to Ethernet Converter Looking to add Ethernet connectivity to your serial devices quickly and easily?The PP-Ethernet-UART-HAT is a compact yet high-performance UART to Ethernet module designed to seamlessly integrate serial communication into modern network systems. Whether you're working on industrial automation, IoT development, or legacy device upgrades, this... Continue Reading →
W55RP20 : Serial to Ethernet Design
This guide explains how to develop a Serial to Ethernet module using WIZnet's Ethernet chip, the W55RP20.
Ethernet connection via USB C Type(RP2040)
Intro Hello. I've come up with a groundbreaking idea. It's a USB C-Type Connector that can handle both USB and Ethernet communications. As shown in the above image, I'm looking to create an incredibly compact board by combining the Raspberry Pi Pico board with the WIZnet W5500 and USB C-Type Connector, enabling simultaneous USB and... Continue Reading →
