John Deere Announces M Series Controllers With New Eagle Raptor Software

John Deere is expanding the versatility of its rugged electronic controls by working with software supplier New Eagle to offer original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) a complete open-platform solution for their specialized applications that integrates rugged hardware with a streamlined software solution. 

John Deere's M Series Controllers are now available with cutting-edge New Eagle Raptor software. New Eagle Raptor software is based on embedded Model-Based Design (eMBD). When integrated with the company’s M Series Controllers, Raptor can shorten the developmental cycle for OEMs, leading to a reduction in costs and time to market. 

John Deere offers OEMs versatile control solutions for a range of mobile applications, including diesel and gas engines, hydraulic control systems, cab/body controls, power distribution systems, powertrain controls, implement controls and lighting controls. Featuring multiple combinations of load inputs, outputs and computing power all in one common architecture, John Deere electronic controls are designed for operation in environments with severe heat and extreme cold, harsh chemical vapors, and direct exposure to water, dirt, dust, and rock. The M Series Controllers include the M31, M411, M501, M502, and M702 controllers. John Deere electronic controls offer high current outputs and are available with multiple combinations of CAN, LIN, and Ethernet. They are also IP67-rated and feature built-in acceleration and temperature sensors, wake-up capabilities, AECQ-qualified electrical components, and 32-bit microprocessors. 

New Eagle’s Raptor software brings flexible development tools to production hardware, allowing customers to create control software for OEM-level ruggedized hardware in a fraction of the time typically required. It meets stringent automotive-grade requirements, extending the value and benefits of our solutions to other markets while adhering to the highest functional safety and cybersecurity standards.