SPIDER Automation Teensy 4.1 Development Board | 600MHz ARM Cortex-M7

Description

SPIDER Automation Teensy 4.1 Development Board represents the pinnacle of high-performance embedded processing in a familiar, compact form factor. Driven by the NXP iMXRT1062 chip featuring a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M7 processor running at a staggering 600 MHz, the Teensy 4.1 delivers incredible processing power, massive memory capacity, and robust peripheral options tailored for cutting-edge engineering projects.

Designed with hardware support for both single-precision and 64-bit double-precision floating-point math, the Cortex-M7 core handles complex algorithms, digital signal processing, and audio synthesis with minimal latency. It includes built-in 10/100 Ethernet capability, a microSD card socket, USB host ports, and flexible power management features including dynamic clock scaling and an On/Off shutdown controller. Pre-flashed with a custom bootloader, it supports instant USB programming and full integration with the Arduino ecosystem through Teensyduino.


Key Features

  • 600 MHz ARM Cortex-M7 Core: Ultra-fast NXP iMXRT1062 processor with hardware acceleration for both 32-bit float and 64-bit double-precision math.
  • Enormous Storage Capacity: 8 MB of onboard Flash memory paired with 1 MB of RAM (512 KB tightly coupled for zero-wait-state execution).
  • Integrated Ethernet PHY: Onboard 10 / 100 Mbit DP83825 Ethernet physical layer for rapid networking integration.
  • Native Micro-SD Card Socket: Built-in 4-bit SDIO slot for high-speed data logging and expansive file storage.
  • Extensive Peripheral Suite: CAN Bus (with CAN FD support), 2 I2S digital audio channels, S/PDIF digital audio, 3 SPI ports with 16-word FIFO, and 8 serial ports.
  • Advanced Timers & DMA: 32 general-purpose Direct Memory Access channels and programmable FlexIO architecture.
  • Hardware Security: Built-in cryptographic acceleration unit and true random number generator.
  • Power Management: Dedicated On/Off pin for complete 3.3V power shutdown/startup control and Real-Time Clock (RTC) date/time tracking via VBAT.

Benefits

  • Unmatched Computational Overhead: Handles resource-heavy workloads like computer vision, real-time audio effects, and complex matrix math effortlessly.
  • Dynamic Clock Scaling: Change CPU speeds on the fly without breaking baud rates, audio sample rates, or standard Arduino timing functions like delay() and millis().
  • Comprehensive Onboard Interfaces: Ethernet, SD card socket, and USB host capabilities eliminate the need for cumbersome external shield breakout boards.
  • Familiar Development Ecosystem: Fully compatible with the Arduino IDE and Teensyduino for seamless library reuse and fast deployment.

Applications

  • Advanced Audio Processing & DSP: Multi-channel synthesizers, high-fidelity digital effects processors, and network-streamed audio systems.
  • IoT & Networked Gateways: High-speed data loggers and connected controllers utilizing the onboard 100Mbit Ethernet interface.
  • Robotics & Automation Hubs: Central processing units for multi-axis motor control, sensor fusion arrays, and CAN FD industrial communication.
  • Custom USB & HID Devices: High-polling-rate desktop peripherals, specialized simulation controls, and custom host-mode USB applications.

Package Includes

  • 1 x Teensy 4.1 Development Board
  • 1 x Pinout Drawing Card

Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Brand / Series SPIDER Automation / PJRC Teensy Series
Item Type Microcontroller Development Board
Model Order Code / SKU Teensy 4.1 / SKU-SPIDER-TEENSY-4.1
Processor IC / Core NXP iMXRT1062 / 32-Bit ARM Cortex-M7 with FPU (Supports 32-bit float & 64-bit double)
Rated CPU Speed 600 MHz (Overclockable)
Flash Memory 8 MB
RAM Capacity 1 MB (512 KB Tightly Coupled Memory)
Digital I/O & PWM Pins 33 Digital I/O Pins, 35 PWM Output Pins, 7 Bottom SMT Pad Signals
Analog Inputs 14 Analog Inputs
Networking & Storage 10 / 100 Mbit DP83825 Ethernet PHY, Native Micro-SD Card Socket (4-bit SDIO)
Communication Interfaces 8 × Serial Ports, 3 × SPI (with FIFO), 2 × I2S Audio, 1 × S/PDIF Audio, CAN FD Bus, USB Host (5 Pins with Power Management)
System Features 32 DMA Channels, Cryptographic Acceleration, Random Number Generator, RTC, Power On/Off Management
Board Dimensions 2.4 in × 0.7 in (61.0 mm × 18.0 mm) (Form-factor compatible with Teensy 3.6)
Package Shipping Weight 0.015 kg (15 g) (Estimated standard board shipping weight)
Package Shipping Dimensions 10 cm × 7 cm × 2 cm

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