Last year, in December, InHand Networks launched its new Industrial IoT device, the EC312 LoRaWAN Gateway. This industrial-grade gateway is designed to meet the growing demands of distributed IoT scenarios across various industries.
Why EC312 Matters
The EC312 LoRaWAN Gateway is designed for critical distributed IoT scenarios. It can be widely deployed in industrial park equipment monitoring, remote power distribution and water utility sites, building energy efficiency and environmental monitoring, urban public infrastructure management, and agricultural data collection.
Key Advantages of EC312 LoRaWAN Gateway
High Performance and Programmable Platform
- Powered by ARM Cortex-A53 processor running at 1.4GHz with 1GB RAM and 8GB storage
- Runs standard Linux (Debian 11) operating system
- Supports customer-developed edge applications
- Includes Docker for application containerization
- Provides a reliable and flexible software environment for different industrial needs
Powerful LoRaWAN Connectivity
- Uses Semtech SX1302 chip, supporting up to 2,000 nodes
- Low power consumption with up to 15 km coverage in open areas and 2 km in urban areas
- Built-in LoRaWAN network server for quick local deployment
- Compatible with mainstream servers like ChirpStack and The ThingsStack
Secure and Reliable Operation
- Security features include Secure Boot, TPM 2.0, TrustZone, firewall, and VPN
- EC312 meets IEC 62443 standards for industrial cybersecurity
- Linux system security patching and vulnerability fixes
- Supercapacitor design for power-off protection
- Hardware and software watchdog for system monitoring
Strong and Flexible Communication
- Supports multiple networks: 4G, Wi-Fi, and Fast Ethernet
- Wired, cellular, and Wi-Fi backup options with dual SIM failover
- Multiple link detection levels with communication self-healing
- Ensures stable, uninterrupted connectivity in complex industrial environments
Easy Data Collection with DeviceSupervisor
- “Zero code/Low code” cloud integration for fast deployment
- Supports over 80 industrial protocols including Modbus/TCP, OPC UA, and BACnet
- Integrated data publishing services for public/private cloud and local SCADA systems
Smart Remote Management via DeviceLive
- Remote batch management of devices and edge AI applications
- Containerised application remote deployment and lifecycle management
- Secure remote access and maintenance
Wide Range of Applications
The EC312 LoRaWAN Gateway serves multiple industries:
- Smart City: Building and lighting management, environmental monitoring, and public services
- Smart Manufacturing: Real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance
- Smart Energy: Energy efficiency and sustainable development, including remote wind turbine management
- Smart Agriculture: Environmental monitoring, smart irrigation, and improving crop yield and quality
- Smart Healthcare: Improving medical services and patient health management
- Public Utilities: Improving efficiency and convenience of public services
You can explore the new EC312 LoRaWAN Gateway in APulsar’s online catalogue here.
And as a reminder, APulsar Technologies is an official InHand distributor in Malaysia — which means pre-sales and post-sales technical support, warranty handling, and access to special pricing.
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