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Technical Characteristics

ParameterValue
TypeLOB-GW-WMBUS-NB2
DescriptionLobaro Wireless M-Bus NB-IoT Gateway V2
Cellular ModemNB-IoT / LTE Cat. M1
LTE SiPNordic nRF9160
SIM Card Slot4FF (Nano SIM)

LTE Connectivity

ParameterValue
AntennaInternal monopole
Optional AntennaExternal antenna (SMA female) on request
Supported LTE BandsStandard: B8, B20 (791 MHz – 969 MHz)
Other BandsOn request
Supported LTE ModesNB-IoT, LTE Cat-M1 (on request)

Data Upload

  • Secure CoAP over DTLS via the Lobaro IoT Platform
  • Plain UDP for custom platforms

Firmware Features

  • Certificate-based authentication and encryption
  • Remote configuration via Lobaro IoT Platform
  • Remote firmware update via Lobaro IoT Platform
  • Configurable wireless M-Bus collection intervals
  • Automated upload of all received telegrams

LoRaWAN Fallback Upload

ParameterValue
LoRaWAN ClassClass A
LoRaWAN Version1.0.2 EU868
Activation MethodsOTAA, ABP
Typical RF Range≤ 2 km
Ideal RF Range≤ 10 km (free line of sight)
TX Power≤ 14 dBm

Wireless M-Bus Communication

ParameterValue
AntennaInternal monopole
Optional AntennaExternal antenna (SMA female) on request
Frequencies868.3 MHz, 868.95 MHz
Supported ModesC1 / T1 (combined), S1
Proprietary FormatsXylem SensusRF (Bubble Up)
EncryptionAES128 (Mode 5 + Mode 7)

Telegram Storage and Filters

ParameterValue
Telegram Storage Size64 kByte
Capacity (avg. 100 Byte telegrams)up to 500 telegrams
Capacity (255 Byte telegrams)218 telegrams
Maximum White List Sizeminimum 150 different meters (2 kByte config size)
White List FiltersMeter ID, Manufacturer code (M-Field), Meter type
Supported Meters per GatewayStandard: 500, on request: up to 1,000

RF Reception Range

  • Up to 100 m under ideal conditions
  • Indoor: ≤ 30 m
  • Typical placement: one gateway every 2nd or 3rd floor

Additional I/O

ParameterValue
Local Configuration PortPC-based initial configuration via USB adapter
LEDRGB LED for signaling different operating modes

Power Supply

ParameterValue
Supply Voltage ConnectionJST-XH connector
Nominal Supply Voltage3.6 V
Supply Voltage Range3.3 V – 5 V
Battery Empty Threshold~3.2 V
Standard Power SupplyLobaro ER34615M 3.6V primary battery (D-cell)

Current Consumption @ 3.6 V

ModeValue
Normal / Idle≤ 3 mA
Wireless M-Bus RX≤ 14 mA
LTE TX (NB-IoT / LTE Cat-M1)≤ 500 mA
Sleep with RTC running≤ 10 µA

Mechanical Dimensions

ParameterValue
Size130 mm × 82 mm × 55 mm (incl. DAE)
Weight220 g (without battery) + approx. 114 g battery
Housing MaterialIndustrial polycarbonate
RatingIP67 including pressure compensating element

Environmental Requirements

ParameterValue
Operating Temperature Range-20 °C to +55 °C
Operating Relative Humidity20 - 70 % RH, non-condensing
Max. Installation Height2 m