DFRobot x NextPCB LattePanda MU Carrier Board Design Challenge - NextPCB Accelerator #9

The NextPCB Accelerator campaign is a pioneering sponsorship program designed to empower developers, makers, and engineers to turn bold ideas into reality. 

For this campaign, we've partnered with DFRobot to launch an exclusive carrier board contest for LattePanda MU compute module - perfect for hardware designers ready to push boundaries. Think you’ve got what it takes? This is your chance to build, innovate, and win generous prizes!

What is the LattePanda MU?

Featuring the Intel N100 quad-core processor with 3.4GHz turbo frequency, the LattePanda MU is a high-performance and compact x86 compute module suitable for a wide range of applications including AI, edge computing and industrial automation. Outperforming Raspberry Pi 5, Intel Celeron N5105, and Atom x5-Z8350, LattePanda MU’s brings desktop-level processing power into a small, modular form factor, making it ideal for space-constrained yet demanding projects. 

Now with this exclusive challenge from DFRobot and NextPCB, design your own carrier board and get free prototypes produced from NextPCB and merchandise from DFRobot, including a LattePanda MU.

What's you get from NextPCB?

• Free Prototyping Support: Get 2 free PCBA units of your carrier board, including PCB fabrication, components, assembly, and worldwide shipping (valued up to USD $500). 
• Comprehensive Technical Support: Get expert assistance with manufacturing engineering, design guidance, certification, and production.
• Personalized Assistance: Receive dedicated one-on-one support throughout your manufacturing journey.

Why NextPCB?

Manufacture your LattePanda MU carrier board with NextPCB to take advantage of these benefits:

• Professional Assembly: Our precision pick-and-place machines, advanced inspection equipment, and rigorous quality control ensure reliable, high-quality results.
• Prototype and Scale-up Assistance: From initial prototype to volume production, we provide seamless technical support—eliminating the need to coordinate multiple suppliers.
• Batch Programming and Testing: Access comprehensive IC programming, firmware burning, and functional testing services. NextPCB offers free functional testing for up to 10 units—perfect for this free PCBA campaign.

How to Get Started

Visit DFRobot for contest details and register now.

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Stay tuned for more sponsorships from NextPCB.