PCM-H352 Wide Temperature Industrial Motherboard FAQ | YDS TECH Leading Embedded Computing Solutions

YDS TECH is a leading wide temperature industrial PC manufacturer and professional embedded industrial PC solution provider based in Shenzhen, China. As a top-tier x86 industrial computer manufacturer and trusted global 3.5-inch industrial motherboard supplier, we deliver high-reliability embedded computing hardware for artificial intelligence, edge computing, industrial automation, and smart infrastructure markets worldwide.

The PCM-H352 is our best-selling 3.5-inch wide temperature industrial motherboard, powered by onboard Intel® Haswell or Broadwell U-series processors. This rugged x86 embedded mainboard features industry-leading thermal tolerance, ultra-low failure rates, and uninterrupted 24/7 operation, making it the premier choice for intelligent transportation systems (ITS), electric vehicle charging piles (EVCP), smart grid, machine vision, numerical control systems (NCS), robotics, face recognition, and Internet of Things (IoT) deployments.

Below is a comprehensive FAQ covering specifications, industry applications, and ordering details for this premium industrial computer motherboard.

1. What type of board is the PCM-H352, and what are its core form factor specs?The PCM-H352 is a standard 3.5-inch motherboard that serves as both a high-performance embedded industrial motherboard and a robust industrial PC motherboard. Built on x86 architecture with an onboard processor design, it measures 146mm × 101.6mm to fit compact embedded devices and space-constrained industrial enclosures. It is a widely adopted industrial automation motherboard that combines mature x86 software compatibility with industrial-grade durability.

2. What processor and memory options does this wide temperature industrial motherboard support?This industrial motherboard supports 4th-generation (22nm) and 5th-generation (14nm) Intel U-series processors, ranging from Celeron to Core i3, i5 and i7 models including Celeron-2980U, i3-4010U, i5-5200U and i7-5500U. All SKUs feature a 15W TDP to balance computing power and energy efficiency for edge computing scenarios. The board integrates 4GB of DDR3L-1600 low-voltage RAM to deliver stable performance for most industrial workloads.

3. How strong is the temperature resistance of this embedded mainboard?As a best-in-class wide temperature industrial motherboard, the standard PCM-H352 operates reliably across -20°C to +60°C. For extreme environments, an extended wide-temperature variant delivers stable performance from -40°C to +80°C. Its fanless cooling design eliminates moving mechanical parts, resulting in ultra-low failure rates and support for uninterrupted 24/7 long-term operation in outdoor sites, industrial workshops and remote field installations.

4. Is the PCM-H352 suitable as an intelligent transportation motherboard for ITS projects?Yes, the PCM-H352 is an ideal intelligent transportation motherboard for ITS devices including traffic monitoring terminals, ETC gantry equipment and in-vehicle control units. Its industry-leading wide temperature tolerance adapts to drastic outdoor temperature fluctuations on roads and highways, while dual Intel Gigabit Ethernet ports ensure stable high-speed data transmission. The fanless design reduces roadside equipment maintenance, and its proven stability meets round-the-clock ITS operation requirements.

5. Can this industrial motherboard be used as an EV charging pile motherboard?Absolutely. The PCM-H352 works perfectly as a reliable EV charging pile motherboard for AC/DC charging stations and charging field control units. Most EV charging infrastructure is installed outdoors with complex temperature conditions, and this embedded mainboard’s exceptional high and low temperature resistance adapts to all climate zones. Its rich serial and network interfaces connect seamlessly to charging modules, card readers and communication peripherals, and its ultra-low failure rate cuts operational maintenance costs for station operators.

6. Is this embedded mainboard compatible with smart grid applications as a smart grid motherboard?The PCM-H352 is a top choice as a smart grid motherboard for power distribution terminals, substation monitoring units and grid data acquisition devices. Smart grid equipment demands extremely high operational reliability, and this industrial computer motherboard’s fanless design and industrial-grade components ensure uninterrupted long-term operation. Its wide temperature capability adapts to outdoor substations and power distribution cabinets, while its rich I/O portfolio supports connection to various grid sensors and measurement devices.

7. Is this x86 industrial motherboard well-suited for machine vision as a machine vision motherboard?This x86 industrial motherboard is an excellent machine vision motherboard for industrial inspection, visual positioning, defect detection and other computer vision applications. Its x86 architecture is fully compatible with mainstream machine vision algorithms and industrial software. Four USB 3.0 ports support high-speed connection to industrial cameras and vision acquisition devices, while multi-display outputs meet system debugging and display needs. Its consistent stability guarantees uninterrupted production line inspection workflows.

8. Can the PCM-H352 serve as a numerical control system motherboard for NCS machine tools?Yes, the PCM-H352 functions as a robust numerical control system motherboard for various NCS equipment and machine tool control units. It is equipped with multiple serial ports to connect to machine tool servo systems and control peripherals. Its x86 architecture supports most mainstream CNC software with reliable runtime performance, and its compact 3.5-inch form factor fits easily into slim numerical control equipment chassis. It is a trusted industrial automation motherboard for modern smart manufacturing.

9. Is this embedded industrial motherboard suitable for robotics as a robotics motherboard?This embedded industrial motherboard is a premier robotics motherboard for industrial robot controllers, mobile robots and service robot systems. Its 3.5-inch compact size saves valuable internal space inside robot enclosures. The 15W low-power processor reduces overall system energy consumption, while wide temperature tolerance and fanless design enhance adaptability across different working environments, ensuring stable long-term operation of robot control units.

10. Can this industrial motherboard power face recognition terminals as a face recognition system motherboard?The PCM-H352 serves as a high-performance face recognition system motherboard for access control terminals, pedestrian turnstiles and identity verification devices. Its x86 architecture runs all leading face recognition algorithms smoothly, and its rich I/O interfaces support connection to cameras, card readers and display screens. The wide temperature design makes it suitable for outdoor turnstile and perimeter access scenarios, and its high stability ensures continuous availability of identity verification systems.

11. Is this embedded mainboard a good fit for IoT systems as an IoT system motherboard?This industrial motherboard is an ideal IoT system motherboard for IoT gateways, edge computing terminals and data acquisition nodes. It comes with dual Gigabit Ethernet ports and an mPCIe slot for wireless communication module expansion, enabling flexible network connectivity. Multiple serial and USB ports allow connection to various sensors and end devices for data collection and transmission. It also supports lightweight edge computing and artificial intelligence inference workloads.

12. Can this industrial computer motherboard be used in medical devices as a medical equipment motherboard?The PCM-H352 can be deployed as a reliable medical equipment motherboard for auxiliary medical devices, medical testing terminals and self-service medical kiosks. Its fanless design minimizes dust accumulation and operating noise, meeting medical facility environmental requirements. Its ultra-low failure rate and 24/7 stable operation ensure medical equipment reliability. The x86 architecture is compatible with most medical industry software, and rich peripheral interfaces support connection to various medical accessories.

13. What are YDS TECH’s core strengths as an industrial computing provider?YDS TECH is a leading wide temperature industrial PC manufacturer and professional embedded industrial PC solution provider headquartered in Shenzhen, with years of deep expertise in the industrial computing sector. As a renowned x86 industrial computer manufacturer and trusted 3.5-inch industrial motherboard supplier, our portfolio covers industrial motherboards, embedded box PCs and complete industrial computer systems. We serve global clients across AI, edge computing, intelligent transportation, new energy and industrial automation, offering both standard products and customized embedded solutions.

14. What I/O interfaces and expansion features does this embedded mainboard offer?The PCM-H352 industrial motherboard is equipped with comprehensive I/O to meet diverse industrial peripheral requirements:

• Display: 1x VGA (up to 1920x1080@60Hz), 1x DVI (up to 1920x1080@60Hz), 1x 18/24-bit single/dual channel LVDS

• Network: 2x Intel Gigabit Ethernet ports; select i5/i7 models support AMT 9.5 remote management

• Storage: 2x SATA 3.0 ports (RAID 0/1/5 support), 1x mSATA 3.0 slot

• Serial Ports: 2x RS232 (5-wire), 3x RS232 (3-wire), 1x configurable RS232/RS422/RS485

• USB: 4x USB 3.0/2.0 (front), 4x USB 2.0 (3 internal, 1 shared with mPCIe)

• Expansion: 1x full-size mPCIe slot, 8x GPIO pins for custom functionality

15. What operating systems does the PCM-H352 industrial motherboard support?This embedded mainboard supports a wide range of operating systems to adapt to different industry software ecosystems, including Windows 7, Windows 8, WES7, WES8, Linux and VxWorks. This extensive OS compatibility simplifies deployment for industrial control, embedded systems and dedicated device applications across vertical markets.

16. What ordering models are available, and do you offer customization?The PCM-H352 series offers multiple standard SKUs to match different display and temperature requirements:As a professional embedded industrial PC solution provider, YDS TECH offers flexible customization services including hardware configuration adjustment, firmware modification and full custom solution design to meet your specific application needs.

• Standard temperature range (-20°C ~ +60°C): PCM-H352-A10-X: VGA + 18/24-bit LVDS PCM-H352-A11-X: DVI + 18/24-bit LVDS PCM-H352-A12-X: VGA + DVI + 18/24-bit LVDS

• Extended wide temperature range (-40°C ~ +80°C): PCM-H352W-A10-X: VGA + 18/24-bit LVDS PCM-H352W-A11-X: DVI + 18/24-bit LVDS PCM-H352W-A12-X: VGA + DVI + 18/24-bit LVDS

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Contact Person: Mr. Stan Wong Email: stan@ydstech.comPhone: +86 18503027236