What is Electric Imp?

Electric Imp is an advanced IoT connectivity platform designed to streamline the development, deployment, and secure management of connected devices across industries. The platform supports flexible networking options such as CAT-M1/NB-IoT/2G cellular, dual-band WiFi, and BLE, allowing businesses to choose the best connectivity for their IoT products. With integrated seven-layer security, managed operating system updates, and cross-module compatibility, Electric Imp ensures robust protection and operational reliability for all connected assets.

Users benefit from rapid prototyping to production, unlimited scalability, and comprehensive device management features, including over-the-air updates and real-time tracking of device performance. The platform’s cloud infrastructure facilitates efficient communication and data flow between products and enterprise systems, with dedicated features for asset management, predictive maintenance, and secure remote monitoring. Electric Imp is trusted by manufacturers seeking to deliver innovative IoT solutions while maintaining regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Features

Multi-Network Connectivity: Supports CAT-M1/NB-IoT/2G cellular, dual-band WiFi, and BLE options
Seven-Layer Security: Comprehensive integrated security from edge to cloud
OTA Updates: Provides fail-safe over-the-air updates for all devices
Rapid Time-to-Market: Enables fast prototyping and production on a single platform
Scalable Device Management: Handles fleets from small prototypes to millions of devices
Dedicated Support: Offers resources such as design review, fleet management, and factory management
Cloud Integration: Seamless, secure data flow between devices and cloud infrastructure
Lifecycle Management: End-to-end management of IoT devices from deployment to operation
Cross-Module Compatibility: Flexible hardware integration across product lines

Use Cases

Deploying secure, connected commercial and industrial devices
Managing large fleets of IoT devices with real-time monitoring
Enabling predictive maintenance through device analytics
Implementing asset tracking and management solutions
Retrofit of legacy hardware for cloud connectivity
Supporting consumer electronics with secure wireless updates
Streamlining manufacturing and operational processes via IoT

FAQs

What networking options does the Electric Imp platform support?

The Electric Imp platform supports CAT-M1/NB-IoT/2G cellular, dual-band WiFi, and BLE connectivity options for flexible IoT deployments.
How does Electric Imp ensure the security of connected devices?

Electric Imp incorporates seven-layer integrated security, lifetime remote monitoring, and over-the-air security updates to protect devices and data.
Can Electric Imp handle large-scale IoT deployments?

Yes, the platform is designed to be scalable, efficiently managing fleets ranging from development prototypes to millions of devices in commercial settings.
What kind of support does Electric Imp provide for commercial deployments?

Commercial users receive access to resources such as the BlinkUp SDK, impCentral fleet and factory management, dedicated support, and hardware design review.
Is there a cost for development devices?

Development devices, up to 100 units, can be used for free under the standard pricing model.