The EPC program goes far beyond conventional reference designs and traditional starter kits, enabling designers to combine hardware, software, and service modules according to the specific needs of their application. Hardware modules include semiconductors, passive components, electromechanical components, and connection systems from Arrow's extensive LineCard portfolio, as well as intellectual property (IP) blocks developed by Arrow and selected partners. The service is complemented by dedicated design-in and engineering support, access to documentation, seminars, and workshops.
Rapid design and comprehensive support are key features of EPC-based applications, which are designed quickly by combining a common motherboard that can be equipped with standard interfaces such as Ethernet, UART, and SD with processor modules, DC/DC boards, offline (AC/DC) boards, and other types of boards.
As a global distributor of leading brands, Arrow can offer manufacturers' latest technologies for specific applications in various markets, including LED lighting, industrial control, e-metering/smart grid, and others.
EPC enables developers to accelerate application design using cutting-edge processors. Customers can also choose from a variety of design ideas and intellectual property and receive support in identifying and selecting complementary components. In-depth technical consulting, engineering and design support, and services include performance testing, provision of board support packages (BSPs), programming, and prototyping.
A highly efficient program
: “The EPC is a unique development program in the industry, highly successful and very well received by customers in the European regions where it is already up and running,” says Massimo Dall'Occo, VP of Engineering and Marketing, Arrow Design and Embedded Solutions. “We are delighted that our customers in Southern Europe can now benefit from this proven program, focused on the production of turnkey systems, which will accelerate their target applications. EPC, Embedded Platform Concept, combines time-to-market requirements and cutting-edge technologies with high cost-effectiveness.”
