Kerlink Wirnet iBTS Compact – Outdoor LoRaWAN Gateway (EU868)
The Kerlink Wirnet iBTS Compact is a rugged industrial LoRaWAN base station designed for outdoor deployment. Ideal for public and private LPWAN networks operating in the EU868 MHz band, it ensures reliable 24/7 operation under demanding environmental conditions.
This unit offers 16 simultaneous receive channels, features a modular design, and supports optional extensions like LTE, GPS, or redundant backhauls. It is delivered without antenna and PoE injector, making it perfect for system integrators who prefer flexible component choices.
Technical Specifications:
- LoRaWAN Frequency Band: EU868 MHz
- Channels: 16 Rx, 1 Tx (bidirectional, half-duplex)
- Sensitivity (Rx): up to –141 dBm
- Transmit Power (Tx): up to +27Â dBm
- Backhaul: Ethernet 10/100Â Mbps (RJ45)
- Power Supply: 48Â VDC (via PoE)
- Power Consumption: approx. 10Â W
- Antenna Connectors:
- 1× N(f) LoRa
- 1× SMA(f) GPS (optional)
- 1× N(f) LTE (LTE module only)
- Enclosure: Aluminum, IP66, weatherproof
- Operating Temperature: –40 °C to +60 °C
- Mounting: Wall or pole mount
- Dimensions: approx. 260 × 190 × 90 mm
- Weight: approx. 2.4Â kg
- Certifications: CE, LoRaWAN Class A/B/C compliant
- Compatibility: Kerlink Wanesy, LORIOT, The Things Stack, ChirpStack, Actility and more
Typical Use Cases:
- LoRaWAN network rollout for Smart Cities, utilities and Industry 4.0
- Wide-area coverage in outdoor environments (parks, campuses, industrial sites)
- Edge deployment for environmental monitoring, metering or asset tracking
- Professional network operators requiring SLA-capable base stations