Iridium Edge®

The Iridium Edge leverages existing terrestrial-based solutions for fleet management, telematics, safety, and other remote monitoring applications. It’s a ready-to-go, reliable satellite communications device that expands connectivity beyond cellular limits for 100% global IoT coverage.

Fast time-to-market is a critical component in today’s highly competitive communications environment. Iridium Edge is a satellite add-on enabling dual-mode capability and reducing the cost, uncertainties, and complications associated with hardware development, manufacture, and certification of the satellite-specific terminal.

Features

• Hardware-ready device for simple, low-risk integration
• Low-cost device for affordable customer adoption
• Satellite add-on for truly global coverage
• Ready to install for quick time-to-market
• Robust power supply for industrial installations
• Certified in key geographic markets
• 180° line of sight for compromised, partially blocked locations
• Iridium Short Burst Data® (SBD®) modem for Iridium’s superior network advantages

Specifications

Network

• Frequency: 1616 – 1626.5 MHz
• Message Size: 270 bytes (receive), 340 bytes (transmit)
• SBD Transceiver: Iridium 9602N
• Antenna: Integrated Iridium® certified antenna

Mechanical

• Dimensions: 5.12 in (L) x 3.15 in (W) x 1.18 in (H)
• Ingress Protection: IP 67
• Side and bottom cable exits
• Connector: M12-8 pin male, terminated on 20cm pigtail cable
• Installation Options: Pole, screw, tape

Interfaces

• RS232 AT command interface
• On/off control lines

Power

• Power Supply: ( 9-32V), SAE J1455 load dump protected
• Maximum Power: 1.6W (peak for short transmit burst)
• Low Power Modes: < 200uA
• Reverse polarity protection

Environmental

• Operating Temperature Range: -40°F to 185°F
• Storage Temperature Range: -40°F to 185°F
• Vibration: SAE J1455, Section 4.10

Certifications

• Iridium® Satellite Network certification
• RoHS compliant
• FCC, IC, CE, Australia, South Africa, and Brazil approvals

Key Markets

Fleet Management, Remote Monitoring, SCADA, Asset Tracking, Maritime, and more.