BeagleBoard has released the PocketBeagle 2 Industrial, an upgraded version of its credit card-sized single-board computer that adds 1GB DDR4 RAM, 64GB eMMC flash storage, and industrial temperature range support. The original PocketBeagle 2 launched with 512MB RAM and an unpopulated eMMC footprint, making this industrial variant a significant step up for embedded applications that need more storage and wider operating conditions.
The board retains the Texas Instruments AM6254 quad-core Cortex-A53 processor running at 1.4 GHz, along with a Cortex-M4F real-time core at 400 MHz and an MSPM0L1105 Cortex-M0+ microcontroller. Two 36-pin GPIO headers provide access to 52 digital I/Os, 8 analog inputs, and multiple interface peripherals, while connectivity comes through a USB-C port that handles both power and data. The board measures 55 x 35 mm (2.2 x 1.4 inches) and weighs just 12.7 grams (0.4 ounces), with the industrial version sporting a distinctive red PCB compared to the standard model's black design.
The industrial temperature rating of -40 to +85°C (-40 to +185°F) makes the board suitable for harsh environments like factory automation, outdoor sensing, and automotive applications where commercial-grade electronics would fail. BeagleBoard provides hardware design files through its OpenBeagle repository and supports the board with Debian 13 IoT images running Linux 6.18, 6.19, or Texas Instruments' 6.12 kernel.
The PocketBeagle 2 Industrial is available now for $50 (€46), compared to $30 (€28) for the standard PocketBeagle 2. The $20 (€18) premium covers the doubled RAM capacity, 64GB of onboard storage, and industrial-grade components rated for extended temperature operation.
