Introducing the Teltonika TRM500 USB Type-C 5G Modem
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The TRM500 is a Teltonika 5G modem with cellular speeds of up to 3.4 Gbps and a USB Type-C interface, providing your industrial IoT solutions with robust connectivity and interface flexibility. In this article, we cover the main features of this 5G cellular modem and the value they offer.
Considering the modem is the cornerstone of connectivity, the cellular modem section of Teltonika’s product portfolio doesn’t get enough of a spotlight. Up until today, it consisted of the TRM240 and TRM250, which provide reliable 4G connectivity and feature compact housing at an affordable price.
The reason to choose a cellular modem is that not every IoT solution needs the capabilities of a router or IoT gateway, and so paying for features you won’t use is a cost waiting to be cut. Machines that need connectivity but not network control and other advanced features, like payment terminals and coffee machines, could do just fine with only a cellular modem.
While modems don’t provide advanced network control features, this doesn’t mean that the connectivity provided by a modem must be limited to older Internet technologies. This is why we are excited to introduce a new cellular modem to the world: the TRM500 5G modem.
5G Fundamentals: Speed, Latency, Reliability
The TRM500 is a 5G modem boasting cellular speeds of up to 3.4 Gbps. It supports both SA and NSA 5G architectures, but keep in mind that NSA is where you can truly benefit from this speed. With 5G technology comes reduced latency, of course, so rest assured that the TRM500 features single-digit latency as well.
In case this 5G cellular modem is deployed to an area with unreliable 5G coverage, backward compatibility with both 4G (Cat 19) and 3G will maintain uninterrupted connection.
With such capabilities, IoT solutions utilising the TRM500 gain a robust bandwidth to work with, enabling higher-processing tasks and enhanced data transmission.
Interfaces: USB Type-C & More
Now that we know the 5G capabilities offered by the TRM500, let’s talk interfaces, starting with the proudest of them all: USB Type-C. This 24-pin connector is commonly used in industrial IoT solutions.
Notably, the USB Type-C interface of this 5G modem can play the role of a virtual network interface and enable simultaneous network data transmission and powering of the TRM500. This makes USB Type-C a truly flexible interface.
This 5G USB modem is also equipped with a 4-pin connector allowing for 9-30 VDC in case the USB Type-C powering isn’t enough. Once powered, the TRM500 consumed up to 5 W when idle and up to 12 W maximum.
Lastly, this 5G modem also features a single SIM card slot and four SMA antenna interfaces for enhanced cellular coverage.
Hardware: Physical Specs
The TRM500 measures 83 x 25 x 85.4 mm and weighs only 94.5 g, making it an extra compact and lightweight connectivity source. This 5G USB modem is housed in IP30 anodised aluminium housing and panels, ensuring its sturdiness. It can withstand extreme temperatures ranging from -40 °C to 75 °C and humidity ranging from 10% to 90% (non-condensing). If you can think of an industrial environment to deploy your solution to, the TRM500 will take it on with ease.
In terms of mounting, this 5G modem can be easily mounted on a DIN rail, wall mount, or flat surface, each with the help of an appropriate kit. This makes it a plug-and-play device, leaving setup complexity back in the past, where it belongs.
Time for You to Try It!
Press the button below to reach out to us and acquire a sample of the TRM500 5G modem. This one has a great amount of value to offer, and we’re confident you won’t be disappointed.
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