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Inseego Skyus 160 LTE IoT Gateway Router
Designed for diverse industrial and field environments, the Inseego Skyus 160 LTE IoT Gateway Router ensures continuous connectivity with LTE Cat 6 technology supporting up to 300 Mbps download speeds with carrier aggregation. Its compact, reinforced housing suits vehicle hotspots, branch office SD-WAN, and temporary job site setups. Key to operational stability, it features a 4400 mAh lithium-ion battery offering up to 12 hours of backup power and supports Power-over-Ethernet for flexible power options.
The device includes two SMA connectors for external cellular antennas and one for GNSS to enhance signal reception and enable location tracking through GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo systems. Internal Wi-Fi 5 supports connection for up to 15 clients, aiding multiple device networks in field or office conditions. Built to operate between -20°C and 50°C and certified with GCF, PTCRB, CE RED, FCC, and cUL, the router balances ruggedness with operational versatility for continuous-duty IoT deployments.
SK160NE-ACR Features
- Multiple data interfaces: Ethernet, USB, Wi-Fi
- 24/7/365 secure connectivity
- Multiple power interfaces: PoE, USB, built-in 4400 mAh 12-hour backup battery for power loss protection*
- 4-pin dual SIM slots
- Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0
- aGNSS (with active and passive GNSS antenna support)
- Compact Rugged Design
- Always connected - Built-in Battery Backup
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Antenna Connectors
Two SMAs for External Cellular Antennas, One SMA for External GNSS Antenna, Internal Wi-Fi/BT Antennas
Approvals / Certifications
GCF, PTCRB (General), IC, cUL (Canada), CE RED, e-Mark, Halogen Free, REACH, RoHS, WEEE (EU), FCC, UL, Ozone Depleting, CA BCS, CA Prop 65 (USA)
Bluetooth
BT5.0, BLE Long Range, 20+ Clients, 200m Range (supports Marathon Products EDL-BT04 and EDL-BT05)
Cellular Connectivity
4G LTE CAT-6 B1-B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B20, B25, B26, B29, B30, B41 (Supports 2 Carrier Aggregation Downlink) 3G (HSPA+, UMTS) B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B8
Custom Options Products
Custom Logo,Case Colour,Connections,Anti-Bacterial Coating,Custom Printing,Mounting Options
Dimensions
118 x 98 x 33 mm (4.65 x 3.85 x 1.31 in)
Ethernet Ports
RJ45 Ethernet (PoE in)
GNSS Connector
SMA
GNSS No. of Antennas
One SMA for External GNSS Antenna
GNSS Technology
aGNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo), NMEA, SUPL 2.0 Support, Local UDP, Remote Streaming
Housing Colour
Black
Model
SK160NE-ACR
Power Supply
5 ± 0.25 VDC @ 1A (powered USB 2.0 connection required) via USB Micro-B Connector 9-32 VDC via 4-pin Connector PoE in from PoE host Backup Battery • 4400 mAh Li-ion Rechargeable Pack • 12 Hours of Backup Power3
Operating Temperature
Normal Operation: -20– 50 °C (-4 – 122 °F)
Ordering Info
SK160NE-ACR
Storage Temperature
Storage: -20 – 60 °C (-4 – 140 °F)
WI-FI Antennas
Internal
WI-FI Frequency Bands
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
WI-FI Standards
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) - Supports up to 15 clients
The Inseego Skyus 160 LTE IoT Gateway Router is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The SK160NE-ACR supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Construction, Emergency Services, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Public Sector, Rail And Transport, Security And Surveillance.
Across these sectors, the SK160NE-ACR is typically used in applications such as Construction Site Supervision And Reporting, Mobile Workforce Operations, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, SCADA And Control-Room Access, Temporary Deployments And Mobile Command Units, Vehicle-Mounted Computing (MDTs / VMCs).
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the SK160NE-ACR across both industry sectors and real-world operational use cases. Its suitability extends well beyond the scenarios listed above, making it a flexible solution for a broad range of requirements.
For further information, or to assess whether the SK160NE-ACR is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The Inseego Skyus 160 LTE IoT Gateway Router comes with a 1 Year Limited Warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).
To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, Inseego Skyus 160 LTE IoT Gateway Router, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the Inseego Skyus 160 LTE IoT Gateway Router or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
Do you need further details about the Inseego Skyus 160 LTE IoT Gateway Router, or would you like to discuss a customised solution or demonstration?
At RUGGED, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the Inseego SK160NE-ACR or need a custom Industrial IoT Gateway solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.
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SK160NE-ACR
- LTE Cat 6 with carrier aggregation
- 12-hour lithium-ion backup battery
- Power-over-Ethernet support
- External cellular and GNSS antennas
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