Sfera Labs debuts Open X2-Series and new Strato Pi Max Board

Alongside, Sfera Labs also unveils the new Development and Prototyping X2-Series Expansion Board (X2BDEV10XZ), a powerful tool to accelerate the creation of custom expansion boards for the Strato Pi Max.

X2-Series open standard: unlock limitless potential with fast, cost-effective customisation for the development of industrial-grade tailored solutions

Sfera Labs is revolutionising industrial automation with the release of the X2-Series Standard Electrical and Mechanical Specifications. This open standard empowers developers and system integrators to design and prototype their own custom expansion boards for the Strato Pi Max, reducing the cost of developing industrial-grade tailored solutions. By providing a clear and accessible framework, the X2-Series Standard unlocks a new level of flexibility and affordability in industrial automation.

The X2-Series standard: a new open standard for the industrial world

The X2-Series Standard Electrical and Mechanical Specifications define the electrical and mechanical requirements for designing expansion boards compatible with the Strato Pi Max and other future X2-Series compatible devices. The standard ensures interoperability, simplifies development, and encourages innovation by providing a clear framework for creating custom expansion boards.

Benefits of the X2-Series Standard:

• Interoperability: the standard ensures that all X2-Series expansion boards are compatible with Strato Pi Max and other X2-Series devices, reducing the risk of compatibility issues
• Flexibility: developers can create expansion boards for niche applications, leveraging the robust industrial design of the Strato Pi Max
• Customisation: empowers businesses to develop tailored solutions that meet specific operational needs, enhancing system performance and adaptability
• Community-Driven Innovation: the X2-Series Standard fosters a community of developers to create and share innovative solutions, driving the growth of industrial automation and IIoT ecosystems

The release of the X2-Series Standard and of the Development and Prototyping X2-Series Expansion Board underscores Sfera Labs' commitment to empowering open industrial automation and IoT.

Development and prototyping X2-Series Expansion Board (X2BDEV10XZ): accelerating innovation

The X2BDEV10XZ is a versatile development and prototyping board designed to streamline the creation of custom X2-Series expansion boards. The X2BDEV10XZ exposes all standard X2-Series expansion bus lines, making it easy for developers to design and test custom circuits. The board features a wide prototyping area with standard 100 mil spaced thru-holes for soldering. It also includes a 3.3V regulator, a 1-Wire EEPROM for board identification, and a front-facing LED.

Use cases:

• Rapid prototyping of custom expansion boards for Strato Pi Max
• Development of industrial automation applications, test setups and IoT solutions
• Educational and research purposes
• Experimentation with new hardware and software concepts

See the new products at embedded world 2025

Explore the Strato Pi Max and its new Development and Prototyping X2-Series Expansion Board (X2BDEV10XZ) at the Italtronic booth, Hall 3A, Stand 141 (next to the Raspberry Pi stand).