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Axiomtek CAPA332 – Flexible Embedded Computing for Medical and Transportation Applications
As medical and transportation systems become increasingly connected, engineers face the challenge of integrating greater processing capability, multiple displays and advanced connectivity into increasingly compact equipment.
The Axiomtek CAPA332, available from FORTEC United Kingdom, is a compact 3.5-inch single board computer (SBC) designed to provide the flexibility needed for modern embedded applications.
Powered by Intel® Processor N97 or N150, the CAPA332 combines support for up to three independent displays, dual 2.5GbE LAN and three M.2 expansion slots within a compact 146 × 104 mm footprint.
From diagnostic instrumentation and laboratory analysers to passenger information systems and transport kiosks, the CAPA332 provides a versatile foundation for developing connected, space-efficient equipment.
The CAPA332 brings together key capabilities that help engineers address common embedded design challenges.
Triple-display support: Connect up to three independent displays through HDMI, DisplayPort, LVDS and optional eDP interfaces.
Compact 3.5-inch footprint: Integrate processing and connectivity into space-constrained equipment.
Efficient Intel® processing: Choose between N97 and N150 processors to balance performance and power requirements.
Up to 32GB DDR5 memory: Support responsive user interfaces and data processing.
Dual 2.5GbE LAN: Enable high-speed communication with connected equipment and networks.
Three M.2 expansion slots: Add compatible wireless, cellular and storage functionality.
Extended temperature operation: Specified operating range of -20°C to +70°C for applications requiring wider environmental tolerance.
One of the CAPA332's key strengths is its support for up to three independent displays, giving engineers greater flexibility when developing equipment with multiple visual interfaces.
In medical applications, this may include a laboratory analyser with a primary touchscreen for operation alongside additional displays presenting measurements, results or equipment status.
In transportation, the same capability can support passenger information terminals, ticketing equipment and transport kiosks requiring multiple information displays.
With a choice of display interfaces, the CAPA332 can help reduce the need for additional conversion hardware and simplify integration into new or existing equipment designs.
With a footprint of just 146 × 104 mm, the CAPA332 provides extensive connectivity and expansion capabilities without requiring a larger computing platform.
Its Intel® N97 or N150 processor options, combined with up to 32GB DDR5 memory, offer a configurable foundation for embedded control, data processing and display management.
Dual 2.5GbE LAN connections support high-speed networking, while USB, serial interfaces and programmable digital I/O enable connection to external equipment and peripherals.
Three M.2 expansion slots provide further flexibility for adding wireless connectivity, cellular communication or high-speed storage.
For OEMs and system integrators, these capabilities allow the computing platform to be configured around the application rather than introducing unnecessary hardware complexity.
Medical equipment manufacturers must balance processing performance, connectivity, thermal management and mechanical constraints while developing systems intended for demanding operating environments.
The CAPA332 offers a compact computing foundation for applications including:
Laboratory analysers: Supporting instrument control, data processing and touchscreen interfaces.
Diagnostic instrumentation: Integrating displays, peripheral connectivity and embedded processing.
Patient monitoring equipment: Supporting display-driven monitoring and connected interfaces.
Portable medical instrumentation: Providing compact computing with flexible connectivity options.
Its multiple display interfaces and expansion capabilities allow engineers to develop configurable systems while considering the requirements of the complete medical device.
Modern rail and bus infrastructure increasingly relies on connected information systems to communicate service information, manage equipment and support passenger interaction.
The CAPA332 provides a flexible computing platform for:
Passenger information systems: Supporting multiple displays for departures, routes and service updates.
Ticketing terminals: Integrating touchscreen interfaces, network communication and peripherals.
Transport kiosks: Providing compact computing for interactive information and wayfinding.
Connected transport infrastructure: Supporting networking, local processing and remote communication.
Its compact footprint and extensive connectivity options make it particularly relevant to space-constrained installations, where efficient integration and adaptability are important.
Selecting the right embedded computing platform is only one part of developing reliable equipment.
The display, touchscreen, computing hardware and power supply must work together within the available space, thermal budget and mechanical design.
FORTEC UK supports OEMs and system integrators with a portfolio of complementary technologies, including:
Embedded computing platforms
Industrial and high-brightness TFT displays
PCAP touchscreens
Optical bonding services
Industrial and medical power solutions
By considering these technologies together, engineers can address compatibility and integration requirements earlier in the development process.
Whether you're developing medical instrumentation, upgrading a passenger information system or integrating multiple displays into a compact embedded design, FORTEC UK can help you explore suitable computing, display and power technologies.