Kvaser Edge WL830S takes connected eight-channel CAN data logging to the field

Eight CAN FD channels, 5G/LTE, Wi-Fi 6 and edge computing bring high-channel-count data acquisition, processing and remote access together in one rugged IP67 platform.

Kvaser has expanded its Edge family with the Kvaser Edge WL830S, a rugged eight-channel CAN FD data logger and open Linux-based edge computing platform designed for demanding automotive and industrial applications.

With eight individually galvanically isolated, time-synchronised CAN FD channels, the WL830S addresses applications where engineers need to capture data simultaneously from many networks. Combined with mobile connectivity over 5G/LTE, Wi-Fi 6, dual Gigabit Ethernet, GNSS positioning and an integrated inertial measurement unit (IMU), it brings high-channel-count data acquisition, connectivity and processing closer to the systems being tested.

For engineers working with vehicles and machinery in the field, physical access to data acquisition hardware can be a significant constraint. A conventional workflow may involve sending a device to an operator or customer, explaining how to connect and configure it, and relying on that person to retrieve and return log files.

The WL830S changes that workflow by combining logging with wireless connectivity and local computing. Rather than waiting for physical access to the logger or the return of recorded files, engineers can access data remotely, shortening the path from data acquisition to analysis.

“One of the most obvious use cases for Kvaser Edge WL830S is data logging. Eight CAN channels allow engineers to monitor more networks simultaneously, while 5G/LTE connectivity makes recorded data available remotely. But because Edge is an open platform, engineers can also build on that basic logging workflow, adding the processing and applications their use case requires.”

Dan Kasamis – Managing Director Americas, Kvaser Inc.

From test cell to vehicle fleet

The WL830S is designed for both fixed test installations and mobile use in the field. Its IP67-rated enclosure suits demanding acquisition environments, while 5G/LTE, Wi-Fi 6 and Ethernet provide a choice of connectivity options.

Eight individually isolated CAN FD SIC channels allow engineers to capture multiple CAN networks simultaneously from a single device. This is particularly valuable in complex vehicles, machinery and test installations where data needs to be collected across more than four CAN buses, without splitting acquisition between multiple loggers.

Integrated multi-GNSS positioning and an IMU allow location and movement to be recorded alongside CAN data. Wireless connectivity can also provide an alternative to maintaining a local USB connection in test environments where direct access to the equipment is difficult.

Together, these capabilities make the WL830S suited to applications ranging from vehicle development and fleet testing to industrial machinery and demanding test-cell installations.

From data logger to application platform

At the heart of the WL830S is an ARM-based Linux computer running Kvaser Edge OS (KEOS). Its isolated LXC container lets developers deploy their preferred Linux distribution and applications, turning the WL830S into a flexible platform for processing and managing data at the source. With remote updates and continued operation during network outages, Kvaser Edge is suited to both individual test installations and distributed fleets.

Kvaser’s open-source Log Relay example on GitHub provides a practical starting point, showing how CAN data can be captured, processed locally and relayed to a remote server when connectivity is available. Additionally, having computing power alongside the networks and equipment generating the data opens the door to much more.

Applications can filter and analyse data as it is generated, detect events or anomalies, run automated test logic, support remote diagnostics and prepare selected data for further analysis. Developers can build their own applications or run compatible third-party software directly on the Edge platform, creating solutions tailored to particular test, fleet or machine-monitoring requirements.

Customers can therefore start with CAN logging and build towards a more complete application, using the same Edge platform to acquire, process and act on data close to the source, from the development environment through to testing in the field.

Kvaser Edge WL830S at a glance:

• 8 × CAN FD SIC channels, individually galvanically isolated and time-synchronised
• 5G/LTE cellular connectivity
• Wi-Fi 6
• 2 × Gigabit Ethernet
• 256 GB eMMC storage
• Multi-GNSS supporting GPS, Galileo, GLONASS and BeiDou
• Integrated inertial measurement
• Digital I/O for external signals and trigger-based logging
• 9–36 VDC galvanically isolated power supply
• 10 Wh internal battery
• IP67-rated enclosure
• Quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 processing with NPU acceleration
• Kvaser Edge OS (KEOS)
  *external antenna not included

The Kvaser Edge WL830S will be available to purchase from November 2026. More information can be found on the product page.

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