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Arduino PRO industrial kits exclusively at Farnell and Avnet

Arduino PRO industrial kits exclusively at Farnell and Avnet

A brand-new selection of industrial application kits from Arduino is now available exclusively through Farnell and Avnet.

These advanced Arduino PRO industrial kits are designed to meet the needs of both professionals and enthusiasts, enabling them to develop sophisticated projects with precision and ease.

Each kit includes a comprehensive array of tools, such as advanced microcontrollers, sensors, and actuators, aimed at fostering creativity and innovation in the design and implementation of complex electronic systems. From smart cities to industrial automation, these versatile kits are poised to transform the way professionals and electronics enthusiasts approach their projects.

Arduino’s PRO application kits are built with a focus on performance, reliability, and scalability, making them indispensable for engineers, researchers, and professionals in fields like industrial automation, IoT (Internet of Things), robotics, and prototyping. Featuring robust hardware and a user-friendly development environment, these kits are ideal for those looking to drive innovation in their projects.

The Arduino zero-touch programming experience simplifies deployment and remote management, allowing for effortless project implementation. Over-the-air firmware updates and a secure on-board element ensure that applications remain up-to-date and secure.

The new Arduino Pro Kits include:

  • Arduino Pro Industrial Automation and Lighting Kit – the perfect way to learn and create solutions focused on a micro PLC programming environment, industrial communication protocols and control applications
  • Arduino Smart Industry OEM Condition Monitorin4g Kit – a simplified kit suitable for projects needing temperature measurements. It exploits the Portenta Machine Control’s capabilities with three temperature inputs for Thermocouples J/K and RTD PT100
  • Arduino Pro Edge AI/ML Vision and Speech Kit – a selection designed to empower developers to build intelligent projects with computer vision, image, and speech recognition. It leverages easy-to-use edge AI tools, all controllable remotely via Arduino Cloud using beginner-friendly Arduino C++ programming
  • Smart Industry Predictive Maintenance Kit – this kit enables beginners to implement automation systems capable of recognising voice commands and sensing environmental data to trigger processes
  • Pro Smart Industry Prototyping Kit – a hands-on kit which offers learners a unique opportunity to experience the world of industrial automation through a direct approach. It provides a platform to gain practical experience with industry-standard technologies such as Linux OS, LoRa connectivity, and communication protocols used in factories and plants

All of the new Arduino Pro kits include advanced microcontrollers, sensors, actuators and other components, to empower the user to design and implement intricate electronic systems with precision and efficiency.

Romain Soreau, Head of Single Board Computing (SBC) category at Farnell, says: “The Arduino Pro Kits available exclusively from Farnell and Avnet enable developers of all levels to accelerate innovation.

“With a variety of kits incorporating a range of Arduino technologies, our customers are able to find the right kit to support a range of applications. These user-friendly kits provide everything needed to explore specific industry applications, from smart factories to connected agriculture. By leveraging the vast library of Arduino software and seamless integration with third-party solutions for AI transformation, Pro Kits unlock a world of creative possibilities.”

Keith Jackson, Marketing Manager, Arduino, says: “Our Arduino Pro kits showcase the best of our Arduino technologies in a suitable package for a range of application areas. We’re pleased to be working with renowned distributors Farnell and Avnet to offer these kits to the market exclusively through them.”

The new Arduino PRO application kits will be available from Farnell in EMEA, Newark in North America and element14 in APAC. The kits are also available from Avnet globally.