8devices Lima
8devices Lima
8devices Lima

Lima

Lima is a highly capable and adaptable single-band Wi-Fi SoM built using the Qualcomm QCA 4531 SoC. Its form factor, connection specifications, and scalability have made it an essential element of countless successful IoT/IoE projects built around Wi-Fi 4 (MIMO 2×2). 



Target industries
IoT Gateways
Connected appliances
Drones
Wireless Access Points
  • Qualcomm QCA4531
    This SoC provides a 650 MHz CPU, 32 MB flash, and 64 MB RAM memory
  • Multiple interfaces
    Connections like SPI and UART expand Lima’s peripheral options while single-lane PCIe helps integrate additional external Wi-Fi radio or LTE modules
  • Improved processing power and flash memory
    Lima upgrades Carambola 2’s processing power and memory to support more versatile software applications
  • Reliable hardware design
    Lima optimizes energy efficiency and reduces time to market for your product
  • Industrial-grade variant
    With an operating temperature range of -40°C to 85°C, Lima-I is great for industrial applications.

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Our Cherry module is a pin-to-pin compatible upgrade to Lima. Cherry delivers Wi-Fi 6 compatibility and other updated features in the same compact package. Is this the upgrade you’ve been looking for?

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Lima supports FirmUx

Lima supports FirmUx Networking, which is a proprietary embedded Linux framework that provides developers with powerful tools and integration procedures. Use it to unlock powerful network features and build your own full-featured firmware and device software. Lima also supports open source QSDK.

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Development board details

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2 x 100 Base-T Ethernet ports

2 x 100 Base-T Ethernet ports

Mini USB Type-A socket (console + power)

USB Type-A socket

Buttons: S1 - programmable (GPIO connected), S2 - reset

Buttons: S1 - programmable (GPIO connected), S2 - reset

Integrated antennas

Integrated antennas

2.45 mm pitch connector holes

MINI PCIe socket

Specifications

Platform
SoC QCA4531 from Qualcomm
CPU MIPS 24K @ 650 MHz
GPU N/A
Flash 32 MB NOR
RAM 128 MB DDR2 @ 300 MHz
Interfaces
Ethernet 2 x 100 Base-T
USB USB2.0
PCIe PCIe1.1
Serial Interfaces SPI, UART
GPIOs 13 x GPIOs
Miscellaneous N/A
Wireless
Wireless Standard Wi-Fi 4 (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth Standards N/A
Radio Mode Single Band, MIMO (2X2)
Frequency 2412-2472MHz
Channel Size 20,40 MHz
Data Rate 300 Mbps
Antenna Options 2 x U.FL or 2 x Pin
Max Output Power (per chain) 21 dBm
Software Options
Linux OpenWrt
Yocto/ OpenEmbedded
FirmUx
Module Specs
Power Supply 3.3V
Power Consumption 3.1 W
Dimensions 25 mm x 35 mm
Weight 4 g
Temperature Range 0°C to +65°C | -40°C to +85°C
Mounting Dual side
Pin Type Half circle castellated via
Certifications CE, FCC, IC

Custom Solutions

Does your project require a custom hardware or software solution? Are you looking for an experienced partner to help develop your solution? 8devices can help.

Take advantage of our extensive R&D experience by working with our hardware and software engineers to develop the exact solution you need. From custom hardware design to specialized firmware, cutting-edge software features – anything is possible.

Production facility

8devices can fulfill and scale production runs for any design our engineers have created for you.


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