Triple-core application compute
Three Cortex-A7 cores power embedded Linux applications on the RK3506J platform.
Rockchip RK3506JRK3506J INDUSTRIAL SINGLE-BOARD COMPUTER
ArmSoM Forge1
Built to connect.
Ready for industrial ideas.
An RK3506J industrial single-board computer with dual 100M Ethernet, CAN, RS485, MIPI DSI and a documented −40°C to +85°C operating range for control and HMI development.
3 × A7Application processor
2 × LAN100M Ethernet ports
512 MBDDR3L memory
−40 °COperating range to +85°C
CONTROL. COMMUNICATE. DISPLAY.FORGE SERIES
Industrial single-board computer92 × 62mm
Dual Ethernet and industrial I/O.
A compact platform for control and HMI.
ENGINEERED FOR YOUR NEXT BUILD
Industrial connections. Compact design.
Bring networking, field interfaces and a display into one embedded development platform.
Designed for a wide temperature range
Develop for industrial environments using the documented operating range, with thermal and enclosure validation for your system.
−40°C to +85°CTwo network connections
Dual Fast Ethernet ports give your control or gateway project two wired interfaces.
2 × 10/100 EthernetConnect industrial peripherals
Use the documented CAN and RS485 connections alongside GPIO, UART and other expansion signals.
CAN · RS485 · Flexbus resourcesBuild a focused operator interface
The MIPI DSI output and 2D graphics engine provide a foundation for embedded displays and HMI software.
2-lane MIPI DSI · 2D accelerationAn embedded system footprint
Onboard DDR3L memory and NAND storage support a Buildroot-based system, with MicroSD expansion.
512MB DDR3L · 512MB NANDA CLOSER LOOK
Product Showcase
Official product images and hardware references from the ArmSoM documentation.
Front & rear hardware overview
Identify Ethernet, power, GPIO, bus signals and storage connections.
MIPI DSI display integration
Official display wiring example. Display and connecting accessories are shown for reference.
Select an image to open the full-resolution view.
ROCKCHIP · INDUSTRIAL APPLICATION PROCESSOR
RK3506J
Compute, display and control in one platform.
CPU3 × Cortex-A7
Graphics2D engine
Memory512MB DDR3L
Storage512MB NAND
Network2 × 100M
SystemBuildroot
BUILT TO WORK TOGETHER
Focus on the control application.
Forge1 combines the RK3506J application processor with networking, industrial bus connections and display output on a compact development board.
Use the Buildroot-based software and hardware documentation to bring up your application, configure peripherals and develop your user interface.
Explore the hardware specifications ↗CONTROL + COMMUNICATION
Connect the machine to the application.
Evaluate industrial communication and a local display on one board.
2× LAN
Two 10/100 Ethernet ports
- 01
Link the devices
Connect field peripherals through the documented RS485 and CAN interfaces.
- 02
Build your interface
Use MIPI DSI and the graphics resources to develop a device-specific HMI.
- 03
Integrate your software
Configure networking, drivers and application services in the Buildroot environment.
Supported bus modes and multiplexed signals depend on the image and device-tree configuration. Refer to the documentation for CAN FD setup and pin definitions.
CONNECT YOUR DESIGN
The connections your controller needs.
Network, display, audio and expansion signals arranged on a compact industrial SBC.
2 × 100M Ethernet
Dual wired network ports
CAN / CAN FD
Documented Linux bus setup
RS485
Industrial serial communication
MIPI DSI
2 lanes, 1.5Gbps
USB 2.0 host
Peripheral connection
Type-C
Power & programming only
40-pin expansion
UART / SPI / I²C / I²S / PWM
Audio + RTC
Speaker, mic and battery signals
HARDWARE ARCHITECTURE
Plan the complete system.
Use the processor architecture and the Forge1 pin-definition tables together when planning control, audio and display functions.
The diagram describes the SoC architecture. Use the board pin definitions to identify the signals exposed by this product.
View hardware documentation ↗
ONE PLATFORM. MANY DIRECTIONS.
What will you build?
A flexible foundation for developers and embedded product teams.
Industrial gateways
Connect wired networks and industrial buses in a compact embedded design.
Human-machine interfaces
Develop a local control display with MIPI DSI and lightweight UI software.
Appliance controllers
Combine application logic, communication and display in control products.
Automation prototypes
Evaluate sensors, bus communication and Linux control software on the workbench.
THE DETAILS THAT MATTER
Technical specifications
A practical overview for product selection and development.
| Specification | ArmSoM Forge1 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Rockchip RK3506J |
| CPU | Triple-core Cortex-A7 |
| Graphics | Integrated high-performance 2D acceleration engine |
| Memory | 512MB DDR3L |
| Storage | 512MB NAND; MicroSD card expansion |
| Networking | 2 × 10/100 Ethernet |
| Display | 1 × MIPI DSI, 2 lanes, 1.5Gbps; documented maximum 1280 × 1280 at 60fps |
| USB | 1 × USB 2.0 host; 1 × Type-C for power/programming only |
| Industrial expansion | RS485 and CAN signals; see header definitions and configuration guide |
| GPIO | 40-pin header with partial Raspberry Pi pin compatibility |
| Other expansion | UART / SPI / I²C / I²S / PWM; DSMC / Flexbus signal functions per pin table |
| Audio | Speaker and microphone connections |
| Power | DC IN 12V/1A or Type-C 5V/2A |
| Button | Maskrom programming key |
| Operating system | Buildroot |
| Dimensions | 92 × 62mm (hardware specification) |
| Operating temperature | −40°C to +85°C |
Documented hardware options are shown here. Check the store for available configurations and the product documentation for detailed interface support.
KEEP BUILDING
Documentation & developer resources
Hardware files, system images and source code, all within reach.
BuildrootLinux SDKCAN tools
010203040506
Product documentation
Specifications, interfaces & pin definitions
Image flashing guide
Tools and steps for system installation
RK3506 SDK
ArmSoM RK3506 development source
System images
Official Forge1 image folder
Hardware design files
Schematics and hardware resources
Interface setup
Networking, display and CAN configuration
Use the official Forge1 image and matching RK3506 SDK to check driver, display and bus support.
BEFORE YOU BUILD
Frequently asked questions
What is Forge1 designed for?
The documented applications include industrial gateways, HMI, appliance control and industrial data processing. It combines application compute with Ethernet, industrial bus interfaces and a display connection.
Are the Ethernet ports Gigabit?
No. Forge1 has two 10/100 Ethernet ports. Sige1 is the board in this group with a 2.5G Ethernet port plus a Gigabit Ethernet port.
How is Forge1 powered?
The documented inputs are DC IN 12V/1A or Type-C 5V/2A. Use the correct connector and a suitable supply for your hardware configuration.
Can I use Raspberry Pi HATs directly?
The 40-pin header is only partially compatible with Raspberry Pi pin assignments. Verify every required signal, voltage and driver before connecting an accessory.
Does Forge1 support a display and CAN FD?
The documentation includes MIPI DSI display setup and CAN FD configuration examples. Use the matching image, device tree and documented wiring, then validate your display and bus hardware.
Where can I get the source code and images?
The developer resources link to the official RK3506 SDK, Forge1 system images and hardware files. Begin with the product documentation and flashing instructions.
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