SKU: PDTIOT-MCS01
The Kerlink Wirnet iBTS is a robust, carrier-grade outdoor LoRaWAN gateway designed for heavy-duty industrial IoT networks.
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The Wirnet iBTS Compact version by Kerlink is the perfect match for operators and enterprises seeking a turnkey solution, offering a lightweight, compact LoRaWAN® gateway. It will simplify installation with its built-in mono or dual-WAN backhaul and integrated antennas for GPS receiver and 2G/3G/4G cellular modem.
This compact version of the popular Wirnet iBTS is ideal for a range of smart IoT applications. It offers long-range (LoRa) connectivity to sensors and devices up to 15 km away, depending on conditions.
This device weighs just 3 kg, including the mounting kit. Its smaller size means the Wirnet iBTS compact can be used across a range of applications, from smart cities to smart agriculture.
The device possesses powerful processing capabilities and is capable of supporting thousands of data packets from hundreds of devices.
Ideal for a wide range of applications, including:
| Variant | Ethernet Backhaul | 2G/3G/4G Cellular Backhaul | Integrated Cellular Antenna |
|---|---|---|---|
| iBTS Compact Gateway Ethernet Backhaul | ✓ | X | X |
| iBTS Compact Gateway 2G/3G/4G/Ethernet Backhaul | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| LoRaWAN® | |
|---|---|
| Protocol | LoRaWAN® (Class A, B & C) |
| Frequency | EU863-870 MHz (UK ISM Band) |
| Channels | 16 × RX (125 kHz, Multi Spreading Factor) + 2 × RX (250 kHz or 500 kHz, Mono Spreading Factor) + 2 × RX (FSK) + 2 × TX = 20 RX + 2 TX per LoRa RF Modem Expandable to 2 × LoRa RF Modems (32 RX) or 4 × LoRa RF Modems (80 RX) |
| Tx Power | 5 dBm ~ 30 dBm (Adjustable) |
| RX Sensitivity | Up to -141 dBm (SF12) |
| Antenna Interface | Single Omnidirectional, Dual Polarisation, or Tri-Sectorisation (Configurable) External Antenna Connector (Delivered Without Antenna) |
| LBT Sniffer | Supported (Listen Before Talk) |
| Spectrum Analysis | Out-of-Band Radio Scanner (Full Band Monitoring) |
| Geolocation | LoRa Network-Based Native Geolocation Ready |
| Backhaul Connectivity | |
| Ethernet | 1 × RJ45 10/100 Mbps (Primary Backhaul) |
| Cellular (Optional) | 4G LTE with 3G / 2G Fallback (Optional WAN Module) |
| SIM Slot | 1 × (Accessible Without Opening Casing) |
| GNSS (Optional) | GPS (Optional WAN Module) |
| Processing & Memory | |
| Processor | ARM Cortex A9 |
| RAM | 256 MB DDRAM |
| Storage | 8 GB eMMC (6 GB User-Available) |
| Security & Management | |
| Secure Boot | Signed Firmware (SecureBoot) |
| VPN | OpenVPN, IPsec |
| Programmability | Python 2, C / C++, Shell |
| Embedded Network Server | Wanesy SPN V2.0 (Optional) |
| Zero-Touch Provisioning | Supported (Magic Link) |
| Remote Management | Kerlink Wanesy Management Centre, The Things Stack, ChirpStack, Actility, LORIOT |
| Dimensions | 295 × 317 × 125 mm (Including Mounting Kit) |
| Weight | Approx. 6.2 kg (1 × LoRa RF Modem, With Mounting Kit) Approx. 7.2 kg (3 × LoRa RF Modems, With Mounting Kit) |
| Casing Material | Industrial-Grade Metal Enclosure |
| Mounting Kit Material | Stainless Steel |
| Installation | Pole or Wall Mounting (No Opening Required During Installation) |
| Backup Battery | Built-in (Clean Application Shutdown on Power Failure) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ +60°C (Gateway Only, Without Power Supply) |
| Relative Humidity | 5% ~ 95% (Non-condensing) |
| Ingress Protection | IP66 |
| Regulatory | CE, UKCA, RoHS |
| Power Supply | 1. PoE 30 W (IEEE 802.3af / at, Accessory — Delivered Without PoE Injector) 2. DC 11 ~ 56V via Waterproof DC Power Connector (e.g. Solar Panel) |
| Power Control | Ignition Detection, Software OFF Switching, ON / OFF Button |
| Typical Power Consumption | Approx. 10 W |
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