The silverline ELD device

Compact. Intelligent. Built Different.

What you see on the outside is a sleek, compact matte black enclosure that plugs directly into your truck's diagnostic port. What's inside is where the real story is - a fully custom-engineered PCB loaded with the latest generation chips, purpose-built for the demands of commercial trucking. Not a rebranded import. Not an off-the-shelf solution with our name on it. Every component, every design decision, every line of firmware - made in-house, by Americans, for American carriers.

What's Inside the Silverline ELD

🧠 High-Performance ARM Processor

A latest-generation ARM Cortex application processor handles simultaneous ELD logging, telematics data processing, GPS positioning, and cellular transmission without lag or data loss - even under continuous, round-the-clock commercial operation.

πŸ›°οΈ U.S. GPS Module with Ceramic Patch Antenna

Our integrated high-sensitivity GPS module features a dedicated ceramic patch antenna for fast satellite lock and accurate, continuous positioning through city corridors, loading docks, mountain passes, and low-signal rural stretches.

πŸ“‘ 4G LTE Cellular Module

The latest-generation LTE chip keeps the device connected to the Silverline cloud platform in real time, with automatic network switching to maintain the strongest available signal wherever your truck operates.

πŸ”΅ Bluetooth 5.0 Module

Enables fast, stable wireless pairing between the device and the driver's mobile app for duty status management, roadside inspection data transfer, and DVIR submissions - no cables between device and phone required.

βš™οΈ J1939 / J1708 / OBD-II ECM Interface

Direct, high-frequency Engine Control Module communication pulls real-time engine data - RPM, fuel rate, coolant temperature, oil pressure, fault codes, odometer, and engine hours.

πŸ”’ Secure Microcontroller with Encrypted Storage

All on-device data is encrypted at rest using AES-256 standards. Secure boot architecture ensures only authenticated Silverline firmware runs on the hardware - tamper-resistant and fraud-proof by design.

🌑️ Automotive-Grade Components Throughout

Every chip, capacitor, and connector on the Silverline PCB is rated for the full automotive temperature range (-40Β°F to +185Β°F) and selected for long-term vibration resistance.

πŸ”Œ Male OBD-II 16-PIN Connector

Plugs directly into the truck's diagnostic port. No wiring harness, no tools, no technician required. Fully operational in under 5 minutes from the moment it arrives.

β€œMost ELD devices on the market are bare-minimum boxes β€” they log hours and stop there. We designed the Silverline ELD to be the intelligence layer of the entire truck.”

Technical Specifications

Processor
Latest-generation ARM Cortex application processor
GPS
High-sensitivity module with ceramic patch antenna - U.S. GPS
Cellular
4G LTE with automatic network failover
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.0
Vehicle Interface
J1939, J1708, OBD-II
Connector
Male OBD-II 16-PIN
Operating Temp
-40Β°F to +185Β°F (full automotive-grade range)
Enclosure
Hardened matte ABS, vibration-resistant, compact form factor
Data Security
AES-256 encrypted storage, secure boot, authenticated firmware only
Power Supply
Draws directly from vehicle diagnostic port - no external power needed
Design & Manufacture
100% in-house - West Chester, Ohio, USA
DATA CAPTURED

What the Silverline ELD Captures

Because we design and control the hardware, we control the data depth. The Silverline device captures everything your fleet operation needs β€” continuously, securely, and instantly available on your dashboard:

Our Values

  • Hours of Service records built to FMCSA technical specifications

  • Real-time and historical GPS location, speed, heading, and route history

  • Engine RPM, fuel consumption rate, idle time, and throttle position data

  • Coolant temperature, oil pressure, and battery voltage trends

  • Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) with timestamp and resolution tracking

  • Hard braking, rapid acceleration, and harsh cornering events

  • Odometer readings and engine hours for maintenance scheduling

  • Geofence entry and exit events with dwell time

  • Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs)

  • Unassigned vehicle motion events

CABLES & COMPATIBILITY

The Right Cable for Your Truck

The Silverline ELD uses a Male OBD-II 16-PIN connector. Depending on your truck's make, model, and year, you'll need the correct adapter cable to bridge our device to your specific diagnostic port. We match every customer to the right cable automatically β€” here's the full breakdown:

OBD-II 16-PIN (Heavy Duty) to Molex Cable

For: Heavy-Duty Mack & Volvo Trucks

  • Purpose:

    Bridges the Silverline OBD-II 16-PIN device to the Molex diagnostic port on Mack and Volvo heavy-duty trucks.

  • Built for:

    High-vibration, high-demand Class 8 environments where connection reliability is non-negotiable.

  • Port type:

    Molex proprietary diagnostic connector.

  • Commonly used on:

    Mack Anthem, Mack Pinnacle, Mack Granite, Volvo VNL, Volvo VNR.

6-PIN to Molex Cable

For: Older Model Trucks

  • Purpose:

    Connects the Silverline device to legacy commercial trucks equipped with 6-PIN diagnostic ports.

  • Compatibility:

    Works with both green and black 6-PIN vehicle port configurations.

  • Why it matters:

    Keeps older, reliable assets connected to modern ELD and telematics without requiring costly hardware upgrades.

  • Commonly used on:

    Pre-2000 Peterbilt, Kenworth, Freightliner, and International trucks with older 6-PIN diagnostic systems

OBD-II to 9-PIN Type II Right Angle Cable

For: 2015+ Freightliner, Kenworth, International | 2016+ Volvo & Western Star with Cummins Engines

  • Connectors:

    OBD-II / J1962 on the device end β€” J1939 / 9-PIN Type II Right Angle on the truck

  • Coverage:

    The most widely used cable across modern American fleets β€” covers the majority of trucks built after 2015.

  • Engine compatibility:

    Cummins ISX, Cummins X15, Cummins ISB β€” all supported.

  • Commonly used on:

    2015+ Freightliner Cascadia, 2015+ Kenworth T680 & T880, 2015+ International LT & RH Series, 2016+ Volvo VNL, 2016+ Western Star 5700XE β€” all with Cummins diesel engines.

9-PIN PACCAR Adapter

For: Peterbilt & Kenworth Trucks with PACCAR Engines

  • Purpose:

    Precision adapter connecting your 9-PIN cable to the PACCAR-specific diagnostic interface for full ECM data access.

  • What it unlocks:

    Complete engine diagnostics, fuel data, fault codes, and performance metrics specific to PACCAR MX powertrains.

  • Engine compatibility:

    PACCAR MX-11 and PACCAR MX-13 engines.

  • Commonly used on:

    Peterbilt 579, Peterbilt 389, Peterbilt 567, Kenworth T680, Kenworth T880, Kenworth W900.

Not Sure Which Cable Fits Your Truck?

Tell us your truck's make, model, and year and we'll sort it out β€” no research required on your end. Every Silverline ELD order is matched with the correct cable for your specific vehicle before it ships.