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BeagleBone Black (BB Black) - Open Source AM335x ARM Cortex-A8 Development Board
BeagleBone Black (BB Black) - Open Source AM335x ARM Cortex-A8 Development Board
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Overview
BeagleBone Black is an MSRP community-supported development platform for developers and hobbyists. Boot Linux in under 10 seconds and get started on development in less than 5 minutes with just a single USB cable.
Features
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Processor: TI Sitara AM335x, 1GHz, 2000 MIPS
- 1 GHz ARM® Cortex™-A8
- SGX530 Graphics Engine
- Programmable Real-Time Unit Subsystem
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Memory
- SDRAM: 512MB DDR3L 800MHZ
- eMMC Flash:
- Rev B: 2GB (discontinued)
- Rev C: 4GB (as of 2014.05.21)
- SD/MMC Connector for microSD
- Power management: TPS65217C PMIC is used along with a separate LDO to provide power to the system
- Debug Support: Optional Onboard 20-pin CTI JTAG, Serial Header
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Power Source
- miniUSB USB or DC Jack
- 5VDC External Via Expansion Header
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Connectivity
- High speed USB 2.0 Client port: Access to USB0, Client mode via miniUSB
- High Speed USB 2.0 Host port: Access to USB1, Type A Socket, 500mA LS/FS/HS
- Serial Port: UART0 access via 6 pin 3.3V TTL Header. Header is populated
- 10/100M Ethernet (RJ45)
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User Input / Output
- Reset Button
- Boot Button
- Power Button
- LED power indicator
- 4 user configurable LEDs
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Video/Audio Interfaces
- HDMI D type interface
- LCD interface
- Stereo audio over HDMI interface
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Expansion Interfaces
- LCD, UART, eMMC
- ADC, I2C, SPI, PWM
- Operating Power: 5V@0.35A
- Board Size: 86.4 x 53.3 mm (3.4 x 2.1 in)
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Block Diagram
Dimension
Package Contents
- BB Black x 1
- USB type A plug to mini-B plug cable x 1
Documentation & Resources
The BeagleBone Black is fully open hardware. Development resources include the user manual, prebuilt Linux images and board schematics. Official materials are maintained by the BeagleBoard.org Foundation:
- Getting started guide & board support — beagleboard.org/boards/beaglebone-black
- Documentation hub — docs.beagleboard.org
- Schematics, PCB files & design resources — github.com/beagleboard
- Debian / Ubuntu images — available from the BeagleBoard.org downloads page
Compatible Accessories
The BB Black exposes two 46-pin expansion headers, so it works with a wide range of standard capes and add-on modules. A 7-inch HDMI capacitive touch screen is a common pairing for HMI and kiosk projects — browse our open-source board range, or email us for accessory sourcing.
Why Buy From Ai-Paipai
- Genuine boards — sourced through authorised distribution channels, not refurbished stock
- Direct from Shenzhen — shipped from our own Shenzhen operation with tracking
- Technical support — pre-sales and integration questions answered by engineers, write to lixu@ai-paipai.com
- Volume & OEM enquiries welcome — batch pricing and custom configurations available on request
Frequently asked questions
What is BeagleBone Black (BB Black) - Open Source AM335x ARM Cortex-A8 Development Board used for?
BeagleBone Black (BB Black) - Open Source AM335x ARM Cortex-A8 Development Board is a Open Source SBC from BeagleBoard. It is typically used in embedded computing, edge AI inference, industrial control and rapid prototyping, and can be integrated into custom carrier boards or finished devices.
Does BeagleBone Black (BB Black) - Open Source AM335x ARM Cortex-A8 Development Board include technical support, datasheets or pre-flashed images?
Yes. Ai-Paipai supplies this item through a traceable supply chain and provides local engineering support, datasheets, SDKs and pre-flashed system images where applicable, plus OEM / ODM customization for volume projects.
Can I order BeagleBone Black (BB Black) - Open Source AM335x ARM Cortex-A8 Development Board with OEM / ODM options or CE / FCC / RoHS certification?
OEM / ODM customization (specs, enclosure, BSP) is available, and CE / FCC / RoHS certified options can be provided on request for EU and US imports. Contact us for a quote.
How is BeagleBone Black (BB Black) - Open Source AM335x ARM Cortex-A8 Development Board shipped, and what is the lead time?
Orders ship worldwide from Shenzhen. Stock items typically dispatch within a few business days; configurable or made-to-order variants take longer. Exact lead time is shown at checkout or on request.
Specifications
| Processor | TI Sitara AM335x, 1 GHz, 2000 MIPS |
| CPU Core | 1 GHz ARM Cortex-A8 |
| GPU | SGX530 Graphics Engine |
| Real-Time Unit | Programmable Real-Time Unit Subsystem (PRU) |
| SDRAM | 512 MB DDR3L 800 MHz |
| Onboard eMMC Flash | 4 GB (Rev C) |
| Storage Expansion | microSD / MMC connector |
| Networking | 10/100M Ethernet (RJ45) |
| USB | 1x USB 2.0 Host (Type-A), 1x USB 2.0 Client (miniUSB) |
| Video Output | HDMI Type-D |
| Audio | Stereo audio over HDMI |
| Expansion Headers | 2x 46-pin (LCD, UART, eMMC, ADC, I2C, SPI, PWM) |
| Debug Support | Optional onboard 20-pin CTI JTAG, serial header |
| Buttons | Reset, Boot, Power |
| LEDs | 1x power indicator, 4x user-configurable |
| Power Input | 5V DC @ 0.35A (miniUSB or DC jack) |
| Board Size | 86.4 x 53.3 mm (3.4 x 2.1 in) |
| Weight | 152 g |
| Operating System | Debian Linux, Ubuntu, Android |