Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards |
| Origin | - |
| Processor | Renesas RZ/N2L Dual-Core ARM Cortex-A55 |
| Real-time OS | RT-Thread Professional Edition Pre-installed |
| Industrial Protocol | EtherCAT Slave Controller (ESC) Integrated |
| Ethernet Ports | 2x Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45 with Daisy-chain support) |
| Memory | 512MB DDR3L RAM, 4GB eMMC Flash |
| Expansion Interface | Arduino-compatible GPIO, SPI, I2C, UART headers |
| Debug Interface | JTAG/SWD via USB Type-C connector |
| Power Supply | 5V DC via USB-C or external terminal block |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C (Industrial Grade) |
| Dimensions | 85mm x 55mm x 18mm |
Anonymous
Mar 31, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great hardware, steep learning curve
The RZ/N2L chip is powerful and handles real-time tasks beautifully. However, if you are new to RT-Thread, expect to spend some time reading the wiki. Once configured, the performance is outstanding.
Anonymous
Mar 28, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Solid performance, minor docs gaps
The board works exactly as advertised for EtherCAT communications. I deducted one star because some of the advanced GPIO examples were missing from the initial download, but support filled the gap quickly.
Anonymous
Mar 26, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for Industrial IoT Prototyping
This board made setting up an EtherCAT slave node incredibly straightforward. The RT-Thread integration is seamless, and the documentation provided by the manufacturer is detailed enough to get started within hours.
Anonymous
Mar 24, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Robust build quality
Used this in a harsh factory environment for testing. The temperature range holds up well, and the dual Ethernet ports make daisy-chaining devices very clean without needing extra switches.
Anonymous
Mar 21, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Best-in-class for RT-Thread users
If you are already in the RT-Thread ecosystem, this is a no-brainer. The deterministic behavior of the RZ/N2L combined with the OS makes complex motion control applications easy to develop.
Anonymous
Mar 04, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Excellent value for evaluation
Compared to other industrial eval boards, this offers incredible value. Having the ESC integrated on the RZ/N2L saves so much board space and design time for our custom carrier projects.
Q: Are there expansion modules available for adding CAN bus?
A: Yes, there are several compatible expansion modules available in our store that plug into the Arduino-compatible headers, including a dedicated CAN FD module for industrial networking.
Q: Is the source code for the EtherCAT stack included?
A: Yes, the board comes with access to the RT-Thread professional source code and the specific EtherCAT slave stack implementation for the RZ/N2L, available via our GitHub repository after registration.
Q: Does this board support acting as an EtherCAT Master?
A: The RT-Thread EtherKit with the RZ/N2L chip is primarily optimized and licensed for EtherCAT Slave operation. While the hardware is capable, the included software stack focuses on slave functionality. Please contact sales for master stack licensing options.
Q: What IDE is recommended for development on this board?
A: We recommend using RT-Thread Studio IDE, which has native support for the RZ/N2L architecture and includes project templates specifically for the EtherKit board.
Q: Can I power this board directly from a 24V industrial supply?
A: No, the board requires a regulated 5V input. You will need an external 24V-to-5V DC/DC converter if you plan to connect it directly to a standard industrial 24V rail.
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