The addanode Network Solution is an end-to-end wireless IoT infrastructure designed for industrial and utility deployments across South Africa. It combines a high-performance LoRaWAN gateway with low-power sensor nodes to create a resilient, scalable network that connects field devices to cloud dashboards without the cost and complexity of traditional wired systems.
addaG2 LoRaWAN Gateway
The addaG2 gateway sets a new benchmark in wireless network infrastructure with its industrial-grade design and simplified backend architecture. Unlike traditional gateways that depend on Linux-based operating systems, the addaG2 eliminates this layer entirely — reducing hardware complexity, lowering operating costs, and improving long-term reliability.
- Versatile Upstream Connectivity — Supports 4G/LTE, WiFi, and Ethernet for flexible deployment in remote or in-plant locations.
- Long-Range Coverage — 5–12 km coverage radius depending on terrain and antenna configuration.
- Industrial-Grade Enclosure — IP67-rated housing built to withstand harsh outdoor and industrial environments.
- Remote Management — Full remote configuration via Web interface and MQTT; firmware updates via Web or OTA.
- LoRaWAN Standard Compliant — Supports LoRaWAN 1.0.2, 1.0.3, 1.0.4 with Class A and C device support.
Gateway Technical Specifications
- Upstream: 4G/LTE, WiFi, Ethernet
- Downstream: LoRaWAN (SX1302 modem)
- Protocol: LoRaWAN 1.0.2 / 1.0.3 / 1.0.4, Class A/C, UDP Packet Forward
- Coverage: 5–12 km
- Frequency Bands: EU433 / EU868
- Enclosure: IP67
- Power: DC 9–28 V, AC 230 V, or Solar Battery with Lithium Battery backup
addaN4 Sensor Nodes
The addaN4 low-power sensor node connects to the gateway network and supports a broad range of field devices and industrial interfaces:
- Analog input and output — 4-20 mA industrial sensors, pressure and temperature sensors
- Digital input and output — pulse flow meters, gate switches, dry contacts, relay control, pump operation
- I2C sensors — air quality, temperature and humidity, pressure, differential pressure
- Modbus — HART-compatible instruments from Siemens, VEGA, E+H
- RS485 / RS232 — smart electricity meters, water meters, air conditioning controllers, fuel level sensors
Node Technical Specifications
- Network Mode: addaNet / LoRaWAN
- Microcontroller: STM8L / STM32L
- Wireless Chip: SX1276/78
- Interfaces: I2C, USART, Modbus — ADC/DAC 12-bit, 5 x GPIO
- Frequency Bands: EU433 / EU868
- Enclosure: IP67
- Power Consumption: Ultra-low (4 uA typical)
- Battery: ER14505 3.6 V @ 2700 mAh / 5400 mAh, or Solar Battery
Why the addanode Network Solution?
- Lower Total Cost of Ownership — No Linux OS on the gateway means fewer software dependencies and lower long-term maintenance costs.
- Rapid Deployment — Standard interfaces on nodes and cloud-ready gateway reduce installation time from weeks to days.
- Scalable by Design — Add nodes as the operation grows; one gateway covers up to 12 km radius.
- Proven in South African Conditions — Industrial-grade hardware rated for the temperature extremes, dust, and humidity typical of local mining, agriculture, and utility sites.
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