Technical Specifications

Physical

  • Case Type: Nanuk 925 protective case with sealed ports.

  • External Dimensions: 18.7 in x 14.8 in x 7 in - 475 mm x 376 mm x 178 mm

  • Weight: ~15 lbs - ~7 kg

Power

  • Input Voltage (Primary): 10–30 V DC via barrel jack.

  • Additional Power: USB-C PD (internal or via passthrough bulkhead).

  • Power Bank Support: Internal or external USB-C PD power bank (not included).

  • Typical Power Draw: ~10 W (higher if camera IR active or BRNKL Black battery charging).

  • Recommended Power Source Capacity: ≥60 W to handle peak draw.

  • Internal Power Switching: Requires swapping internal barrel jack connection when changing between DC and USB-C PD input.

Networking

  • Router: Peplink model MAX-BR1-MINI with Wi-Fi access point, cellular, and Wi-Fi WAN capability.

  • Local Access: Peplink creates a wireless access point for connecting locally to the BBP.

  • Internet Connectivity: Cellular (SIM or ESIM required, plan may or may not be included) or Wi-Fi WAN.

  • POE Injector: Connected to the external Ethernet port to power a camera.

  • LAN Ports: Configured for BRNKL Black communication and camera integration.

Vessel Interfaces

  • NMEA 2000: Standard drop cable connection (front panel).

  • GPS Antenna Port: For BRNKL Black GPS input (front panel).

  • POE Ethernet Port: For optional camera (front panel).

  • I/O Connector: For additional input/output device integration (front panel).

Environmental

  • Ingress Protection: Water-resistant with all ports capped; ports are not sealed when cables are connected; provide weather protection in use.

  • Shock/Vibration: Portable marine environment tolerant.