Advantech Launches AFE-E420: A Revolutionary Solution for EV Charging and Energy Storage Applications
TAIPEI, June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Advantech (TWSE: 2395), a global leader in AIoT and Edge Computing, is excited to announce the launch of the new single board computer (SBC) AFE-E420 as part of its innovative AFE product series. This cutting-edge solution is designed to support electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy storage applications.
Utilizing NXP® Semiconductors and Arm technologies, the AFE-E420 delivers exceptional reliability, security, and scalable performance across various workloads, all while maintaining low power consumption and reduced thermal dissipation. This makes it an ideal and cost-effective option for field applications.
The AFE-E420 is powered by the latest NXP i.MX 93 application processor series, which enhances performance while minimizing power consumption through its upgraded Arm® Cortex®-A55 architecture. Additionally, it features an integrated Cortex-M33 co-processor that simplifies the management of real-time tasks and critical functions, such as monitoring communications between the charger and EV.
Notably, the i.MX 93 is the first in its family to incorporate the Arm Ethos-U65 microNPU, enabling developers to create advanced machine learning applications that are both cost-effective and energy-efficient. The advanced EdgeLock® secure enclave further enhances security across various deployment scenarios.
“The highly integrated i.MX 93 application processors combine the capabilities of the Arm Ethos-U65 microNPU with advanced security and a high degree of integration to deliver efficient, fast, and secure machine learning at the edge,” stated Alexandra Dopplinger, Director of Product Marketing for Building and Energy at NXP. “Advantech’s AFE-E420 SBC maximizes the i.MX 93 SoC’s comprehensive capabilities, ensuring a faster time to market for EV chargers and energy storage applications.”
The AFE-E420 is designed to seamlessly integrate both Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) and Smart Electric Car Controller (SECC), simplifying the design, manufacturing, and maintenance of EV chargers. Measuring just 145 x 115mm, it features dual displays, four CAN-FD ports, six selectable RS-232/422/485 ports, six RTD channels, and two control pilot ports.
To enhance EV charging capabilities, the AFE-E420 includes multiple independent CAN-FD and Powerline Communication (PLC) interfaces for compliance with CCS1, CCS2, NACS, GB/T, and CHAdeMo standards. Furthermore, Advantech collaborates with various Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) to support ISO15118 and OCPP protocols, facilitating the deployment and maintenance of end devices. As a member of CharIN, Advantech ensures that its solutions adhere to the latest standards and meet market demands.
With its advanced processing capabilities, machine learning integration, and extensive compatibility, the AFE-E420 is positioned to transform EV charging and energy management, steering the industry towards a more efficient and sustainable future.
For more information about the AFE-E420, please visit our website at [www.advantech.com](http://www.advantech.com).
### About Advantech
Advantech is committed to “Enabling an Intelligent Planet.” As a global leader in IoT intelligent systems and embedded platforms, the company embraces the trends of IoT, big data, and artificial intelligence. Advantech promotes IoT hardware and software solutions through its industrial IoT platform, WISE-IoT core, to assist partners and clients in connecting their industrial chains. Additionally, Advantech collaborates with business partners to co-create ecosystems that accelerate the evolution of industrial intelligence.
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