The Chroma DCN-820 Data Collector (98015-820) utilizes the Linux operating system. This not only eliminates the licensing fees associated with Microsoft Windows, which significantly reduces setup costs, but also effectively prevents virus attacks through the high security of Debian Linux. Removing the need to purchase additional antivirus software, this solution saves expenses while enhancing system stability and reliability.

The Chroma DCN-820 Data Collector can be deployed at data collection points to transmit real-time data from the production floor to the backend database of the Chroma Sajet MES. The collected data, primarily in barcode form, is suitable for use in assembly, testing, and packaging stations on production lines. This device can also be integrated with eSOP modules. The MES can automatically dispatch electronic SOP files to various production stations. When employees scan a barcode, the system triggers the SOP server to provide real-time operational guidance. With the DCN-820 Data Collector, external monitors, and barcode scanners, the system can efficiently guide production personnel to follow standard operating procedures, enhancing both production efficiency and accuracy.

The Chroma DCN-820 is a multifunctional hardware device capable of serving as an IoT Gateway host. It supports SECS and various non-SECS interfaces (including database, Web API, PLC drivers, OPC UA, and Modbus), meeting the needs of data collection and transmission between different industrial equipment.

Its flexibility allows enterprises to seamlessly integrate equipment with MES systems, accelerating smart factory implementation and digital transformation efforts. Compared to traditional PCs, the DCN-820 Data Collector offers lower setup costs and higher stability, making it suitable for a variety of industrial environments. Whether used as a dedicated data collector for the Chroma Sajet MES system or connected to other production equipment, the DCN-820 delivers best-in-class reliability and performance to help enterprises improve their data management efficiency, making it an ideal choice for Industry 4.0.