The Arduino Portenta Environmental Monitoring Bundle is designed for precision environmental monitoring in both indoor and outdoor settings. This bundle features the Portenta C33 System-on-Module and the Nicla Sense Env, providing a powerful and compact solution for IoT applications. The Portenta C33, powered by the Renesas Electronics R7FA6M5BH2CBG microcontroller with an Arm Cortex-M33 core, supports Wi-Fi/BLE connectivity and high-level programming languages like MicroPython. It offers industrial-grade security and secure OTA firmware updates. 

The Nicla Sense Env expands this capability with robust Renesas sensors capable of 24/7 data processing, focusing on ultra-low power consumption. Together, they integrate seamlessly into the Arduino ecosystem, suitable for enhancing existing projects with advanced sensing and real-time data monitoring on Arduino IoT Cloud dashboards.

Arduino Portenta Environmental Monitoring Bundle Features  

The Arduino Portenta Environmental Monitoring Bundle comprises two key components: the Portenta C33 System-on-Module and the Nicla Sense Env board. The Portenta C33 serves as the processing unit, while the Nicla Sense Env provides environmental sensing capabilities. This combination allows for integrated environmental data acquisition and processing.

Portenta C33 System-on-Module Specifications

The Portenta C33 is a cost-effective microcontroller module built around the R7FA6M5BH2CBG microcontroller, which incorporates a high-performance Arm Cortex-M33 core. This module offers connectivity through Wi-Fi and BLE, enabling wireless data transmission for IoT applications. It supports multiple programming paradigms, including MicroPython and other high-level languages, as well as traditional Arduino sketches. Security features include hardware-level security measures and secure over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates. Compatibility extends to the Arduino Portenta and MKR families. 

Nicla Sense Env Features

The Nicla Sense Env board focuses on environmental sensing. It integrates three Renesas sensors, enabling the measurement of various environmental parameters in both indoor and outdoor settings. The board’s compact form factor (22.86mm x 22.86mm) facilitates integration into space-constrained applications. It is designed for low-power operation, supporting 24/7 always-on sensor data processing. The Nicla Sense Env is compatible exclusively with Arduino MKR and Portenta products. The hardware includes industrial-grade Renesas sensors with AI processing capabilities integrated onboard.

Integration and Compatibility

The integration of the Portenta C33 and Nicla Sense Env leverages the simplicity and scalability of the Arduino ecosystem. The Portenta C33 uses castellated pins to facilitate easy mounting on automatic assembly lines, streamlining the manufacturing process. Both components are specifically engineered to be compatible with other products within the Arduino Portenta and MKR families, ensuring a seamless user experience and broad application range.

Real-Time Data Monitoring and Processing

Arduino Portenta Environmental Monitoring Bundle excels in real-time data monitoring, utilizing the Arduino IoT Cloud for displaying data on widget-based dashboards. This functionality is critical for applications requiring constant monitoring and immediate data access. The Nicla Sense Env supports 24/7 always-on sensor data processing with ultra-low power consumption, ideal for long-term deployments without frequent maintenance. Together, these features make the bundle exceptionally capable of handling complex environmental monitoring tasks both indoors and outdoors.

Applications

The Arduino Portenta Environmental Monitoring Bundle targets various industrial and building automation applications. 

The Nicla Sense Env enables environmental parameter monitoring for industrial automation, heat pump control, and toxic substance detection in industrial processes. Its compact size suits prototyping and integration into existing systems like automated air purifiers and climate control. Fumes and fire detection are also potential use cases. 

The Portenta C33, functioning as an industrial IoT gateway, facilitates machine monitoring for OEE/OPE tracking and inline quality assurance. It can also be deployed for building automation, energy consumption monitoring, and appliance control systems, leveraging its processing power and connectivity.