Compact, Ruggedized LTE Router for Private Cellular Networks

• Modem: Embedded Category 7 Advanced LTE modem
  • Dual SIMs Type: 2FF Mini SIM for CBRS Networks
  • 2 x SMA cellular antenna connectors
• Ethernet: 2 x GbE RJ45 (LAN/WAN switchable)
• Wi-Fi: Dual-band, concurrent operation (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz)
  • 2×2 MIMO | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2
• GNSS/GPS: 1 x SMA Active GNSS Antenna Connector
• Operating Temp: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
• Safety: UL/CUL, CB Scheme, EN60950-1, EN 62368

Description

Cradlepoint R500-PLTE Router for Private Networking

With NetCloud Service for IoT Essentials and Advanced Plans

The R500-PLTE router with the Cradlepoint NetCloud Service for IoT is a purpose-built, low-cost User Equipment (UE) networking solution with industry-leading features for Private Cellular Networks (PCN). It is a compact, ruggedized solution for deployments in manufacturing, distribution, transportation, education, and others taking advantage of the lower fixed operating costs, enhanced data security, and improved network performance a PCN provides.

Key Features

• Deploy a competitively priced value-driven Private LTE (PLTE) networking solution with industry-leading features
• Define policies through centralized cloud-based management for easy deployment at scale
• Use an FCC Part 96 authorized end-user device for Band 48 OnGo CBRS networks
• Install a compact and ruggedized router in a wide range of environments where connectivity must be reliable
• Deploy Wave 2 dual-band, dual-concurrent Gigabit Wi-Fi for the best possible connections
• Add a second cellular modem, with an Extensibility Dock, for multi-link capability to both the private and public network
• Expand with custom solutions using GPIOs, NetCloud SDK and API, and NetCloud Edge Connector for Azure IoT Central

Ideal for Private Cellular Networks

The R500-PLTE is purpose built for PCN deployments. It is an FCC Part 96 authorized end-user device for Band 48 OnGo CBRS networks providing a competitively priced compact and ruggedized PCN UE solution. The R500-PLTE accommodates a wide range of environments while delivering enterprise-class standards of reliability, scalability, comprehensive management, and security.

Ruggedized IoT Solution

The R500-PLTE includes advanced connectivity options with a Cat 7 LTE-Advanced modem, gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 5, GPIO ports, and GPS. It provides a ruggedized enterprise class networking platform that can be confidently deployed in environments such as smart cities, mining, oil and gas, shipping ports and logistics, as well as education for students and teachers. Combined with NetCloud Service for IoT, the R500-PLTE delivers complete visibility, security, and control together with health and status alerts on security posture, network conditions, and usage for connected devices anywhere.

What’s in the Box?

• R500-PLTE Router
• AC Power Supply
• Required Antennas

Download Cradlepoint R500-PLTE Router Datasheet