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Integrate your Caterpillar Cat 336 with AutoPi CAN-FD Pro

Extracting Key Data from Caterpillar Cat 336

Predictive Maintenance: Avoid unexpected failures by tracking machine health and wear patterns.

Fuel Efficiency Optimization: Analyze fuel consumption to improve cost savings and efficiency.

Hydraulic Performance Tracking: Ensure optimal hydraulic pressure levels and system stability.

Fleet Management Insights: Manage multiple excavators efficiently with AutoPi’s remote monitoring.

Advanced Data Analysis: Leverage Databricks to extract deep insights from machine telemetry.

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Caterpillar Cat 336

Extracting Key Data from Cat 336

The Cat 336 excavator is a large, powerful, and efficient machine built for high-demand construction and mining environments. With a 225 HP engine, a digging depth of 6.5 meters, and a breakout force of 85 kN, it is a workhorse for heavy-duty excavation projects. The Cat 336 features a maximum operating weight of 35,800 kg, making it one of the most robust machines in its category.

Equipped with an advanced hydraulic system, the machine ensures optimal energy usage while maximizing digging force and operational efficiency. The operator’s cabin is designed for comfort and functionality, with enhanced visibility, adjustable ergonomic seating, and a digital display providing live performance insights. The integrated Cat Command & Cat ET system allows for automated control, improving precision on job sites. However, achieving maximum efficiency still requires real-time data monitoring.

Why AutoPi CAN-FD Pro?

With AutoPi CAN-FD Pro, real-time data extraction from the Cat 336 enables monitoring of fuel efficiency, hydraulic system performance, and machine health. Operators gain access to real-time alerts and diagnostics for proactive decision-making. Its CAN-FD support ensures accurate, high-speed data transfer, critical for modern telematics solutions.

The AutoPi CAN-FD Pro can extract the full CAN bus data from the Cat 336 and securely upload it to Amazon S3 for long-term storage. This data can then be fed into Databricks, where powerful machine learning models can analyze patterns, detect anomalies, and provide predictive maintenance recommendations.

Key Specifications of AutoPi CAN-FD Pro

CAN-FD and J1939 Protocols: Fully compatible with modern machine communication systems.

Real-Time Monitoring: Enables live tracking of performance metrics and machine health.

Cloud Integration: Secure data storage and analysis for fleet-wide insights.

Rugged Industrial Build: Resilient against vibration, dust, and extreme temperatures.

Expandable I/O: Supports additional sensors for comprehensive monitoring.

AWS S3 Storage: Secure data logging for long-term machine health tracking.

Databricks Integration: Enables AI-driven analytics for fleet performance improvements.

Installing AutoPi CAN-FD Pro on the Cat 336 enables fleet managers to reduce operational costs, increase uptime, and maximize equipment performance through real-time telematics insights. Its industrial durability and advanced connectivity options make it a must-have tool for modern excavator monitoring. The ability to send CAN bus logs to AWS S3 and integrate them with Databricks allows for a data-driven approach to optimizing machine utilization and longevity.

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The AutoPi CAN-FD Pro -
purpose-built for high-speed CAN Bus logging

Built on the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4, the CAN-FD Pro runs the open-source AutoPi Core OS. Two dedicated CAN-FD interfaces up to 5 Mbps, 4G/LTE global connectivity, 32 GB local storage, and direct SSH/Tailscale access for remote diagnostics and programming.

2× CAN-FD · 5 Mbps BCM2711 Quad A72 1.5 GHz 4 GB LPDDR4 · 32 GB eMMC 4G LTE Cat 4 · GPS/GNSS 12 – 35 V DC (cars + trucks) Open source AutoPi Core OS
AutoPi CAN-FD Pro with antenna kit

Comes with 4-in-1 external antenna for 2x 4G/LTE, 1x GPS and 1x WiFi/BLE.

More memory and more storage with options for external storage.

Shipped with our latest AutoPi Core OS, designed for high speed data logging.

In stock | Order now -> Ships tomorrow.

Processor

Broadcom BCM2711 Quad-core Cortex-A72 (ARM v8) 64-bit SoC @ 1.5GHz (RPi CM4)

Memory

4GB LPDDR4 SDRAM

Storage

32GB on board eMMC (expandable with USB flash drive)

Modem

Integrated 4G/LTE Cat 4 connection (3G/EDGE fallback) (150Mbit DL / 50Mbit UL) (Global connectivity in a single device)

Secure Element

Sign and encrypt data

GPS/GNSS

Integrated GPS + A-GPS (GPS/GLONASS/BeiDou/Galileo/QZSS)

Power

Line Voltage: 12.5V DC (Car battery power). Up to 35V (Trucks). Support for trucks with up to 35V

Expansion

2 x USB, Gigabit Ethernet and HAT

Wireless

Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.0 + Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)

WiFi: 2.4GHz and 5GHz IEEE 802.11.b/g/n/ac wireless LAN

Accelerometer

3-Axis accelerometer

Gyroscope

Built in 3-axis gyroscope

Automotive Interface

2X CAN-FD interface with up to 5Mbps Data rate with integrated CAN data filters

Input Slots

SIM Card: Nano SIM - (SIM subscription purchased separately)

Audio

Built-in speakers

Video Out

mini HDMI @ 1080p60 Video Output

Operating System

Raspbian OS with preconfigured AutoPi Core software

Hardware

Ready to ship. Start logging today.

All devices ship with AutoPi Cloud included - no subscription fee. Choose the platform that fits your protocol requirements and deployment scale.

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CAN-FD Pro In stock · ships tomorrow

Dual CAN-FD data logger

High-throughput raw frame capture on two independent CAN-FD channels. On-device DBC decoding, ASAM MDF4 output, J1939 native support and hardware-encrypted data signing - all on a Raspberry Pi CM4.

2× CAN-FD · >3,000 fps/channel · 5 Mbps
4 GB LPDDR4 · 32 GB eMMC + USB expansion
NXP SE051 · Tailscale SSH · Docker · S3 sync
12–35 V DC · J1939 · OBD-II · 4G/LTE + GPS
€599  |  2× CAN-FD  |  ~4,000 sps  |  4 GB RAM
Mini In stock · ships tomorrow

Fleet telematics & OBD-II

Plug-and-play OBD-II and EV parameter logging at fleet scale. GPS tracking, wide OEM parameter support and built-in 4G/LTE - no external hardware or configuration needed.

OBD-II / K-Line · EV parameters · GPS tracking
4G/LTE Cat 1 · BLE · internal antennas
−40°C to +85°C · CE/UKCA/E-Mark/RoHS
10–30 V DC · compact · fleet-ready out of box
€129  |  OBD-II / K-Line  |  4G/LTE Cat 1
TMU CM4 In stock · ships tomorrow

Edge compute platform

Raspberry Pi CM4-based telematics unit for custom software stacks. Run Docker containers, Python services and CAN-FD logging on the same device - managed remotely via AutoPi Cloud.

BCM2711 CM4 · 1 GB LPDDR4 · 8 GB eMMC
2× CAN-FD · Docker · Python · SocketCAN
NXP SE051 · Tailscale · WiFi · BT 5.0 · GPS
12–35 V DC · 4G/LTE Cat 4 · IP67 option
€235  |  2× CAN-FD  |  100 sps  |  CM4
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