8devices Tobufi
8devices Tobufi

Tobufi

TobuFi is a premium SoM equipped with a Qualcomm® QCS405 processor and a powerful Wi-Fi 6 dual-band radio. This compact SoM blends a high-performance CPU with an extended-range radio module, making it perfect for drone and robotics applications. It offers sophisticated onboard processing for real-time decisions and ensures reliable long-distance communication.

Target industries
Drones
Robotics
Multimedia
Long range connectivity
  • Advanced connectivity
    Powerful dual-band WiFi 6 radio based on the QCN9074 operating in 2.4 and 5 GHz frequencies.
  • Efficiency in processing
    Qualcomm® QCS405 has an integrated AI and DSPs for smart data processing to excel in performance and reduce power consumption.
  • Secondary WiFi and BT radio
    Integrated Wi-Fi 5 and BT radio based on WCN9380 provides versatile connectivity and extraordinary development flexibility.
  • Interface-rich design
    TobuFi is loaded with high-capacity modern interfaces including, audio, video, display, and others.
  • Long-range connectivity
    Narrow channel support (5 and 10 MHz) allows smooth communication over long distances.
  • Interference mitigation
    Extended frequency range and frequency shifting using non-standard center frequencies allows superior performance even in noisy environments.

Future-proof your product with TobuFi

This product will future-proof your project, making it easier to scale over longer periods and reducing the potential for costly redesigns and upgrades.

By supporting some of the latest connectivity standards available on the market, you’ll meet and exceed your end users’ expectations while also maximizing your project’s profitability in the long run.

Software platform

TobuFi supports FirmUx Robotics, a valuable OpenEmbedded/Yocto asset for robotics project developers. This SDK is composed of multiple BSP and application layers with development and upgrade tools that help developers integrate TobuFi modules and build tailored software distributions.It also jumpstarts custom application development by providing image recipes and simplifies platform development with integrated ADB tools and fastboot support.

Narrow Channels Support

Tobufi supports 5 MHz & 10MHz narrow channels. Narrow channels can significantly increase the transmission range of your modules, making them crucial for manufacturing, drones, warehousing, and other applications requiring long-distance coverage. 

Narrow channels are available as add-on features for FirmUx Premium users. 

Specifications

Platform
SoC QCS405, QCN9074 & WCN9380 from Qualcomm
CPU Arm Cortex A53 quad-core; 1.4GHz; 64-bit
GPU Qualcomm® AdrenoTM 306 graphics processing unit with 64-bit addressing; 600MHz
Flash 8192MB eMMC
RAM 1024MB LPDDR3
Interfaces
Ethernet 1 x 1000 Base-T
USB USB 3.0, USB 2.0
PCIe N/A
Serial Interfaces I2S, I2C, SPI, UART, DSI
GPIOs 92xGPIO
Miscellaneous HDMI, RGMI, DMIC, SDC
Wireless
Wireless Standard Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
Bluetooth Standards BT 5.0
Radio Mode Dual Band, 2x4 MU-MIMO
Frequency 2312-3000 MHz & 4900-5925MHz;
Channel Size 5,10,20,40, 80, 160 MHz
Data Rate 4800Mbps 5GHz, 1147 Mbps @ 2.4GHz
Antenna Options 5 x pin
Max Output Power (per chain) 28 dBm @ 2GHz 27 dBm @ 5GHz
Software Options
Linux OpenWrt
Yocto/ OpenEmbedded
FirmUx
Module Specs
Power Supply 3.3V, 5V
Power Consumption TBD
Dimensions 36.6 x 76.6 mm
Weight 22 g
Temperature Range -45°C to 75°C
Mounting single side
Pin Type LGA
Certifications CE, FCC, IC - TBD

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 modules and components to specialized firmware or cutting-edge software features, anything is possible.

Production facility

O8devices can fulfill and scale production runs for any design our engineers have created for you.

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