5G RedCap Routers
Explore 5G RedCap industrial routers compliant with 3GPP Release 17. Designed for M2M and IIoT deployments, the WR series delivers up to 150 Mbps downlink speed and sub-20ms latency — at significantly lower cost and power consumption than full 5G NR. Compatible with 5G SA and LTE Cat 4 networks for flexible, future-proof connectivity.
WR255
5G RedCap
Wi-Fi
4*FE + Serial + I/O
WAN Failover
WR254
5G RedCap
Wi-Fi
4 x FE ports
WAN Failover
WR153
5G RedCap
Dual Sim
Serial + I/O
WAN Failover
What is 5G RedCap?
5G RedCap (Reduced Capability) is a 3GPP Release 17 standard purpose-built for industrial IoT and M2M applications. Unlike full 5G NR — designed for high-bandwidth consumer use cases — RedCap delivers the core benefits of 5G at significantly lower module cost and power consumption. With downlink speeds up to 150 Mbps and latency under 20ms, RedCap sits in the connectivity sweet spot between LTE Cat 4 and full 5G NR, making it the right choice for the next generation of industrial deployments.
How does 5G RedCap work?
5G RedCap simplifies the 5G NR radio profile — using narrower channel bandwidth (up to 20 MHz), a reduced antenna configuration, and 5G Standalone (SA) architecture — to deliver essential 5G features without the hardware complexity of full eMBB-grade 5G. This makes RedCap modules smaller, cheaper, and more power-efficient, while retaining native 5G network access, low latency, and network slicing support.
Why RedCap for industrial IoT?
RedCap isn't a compromise — it's a deliberate design choice. Built for the connectivity demands of modern industrial deployments, without the overhead of full 5G NR
Lower total cost
Reduced module complexity lowers BOM cost vs full 5G NR — without sacrificing connectivity quality across large-scale IIoT deployments.
5G-native performance
150 Mbps downlink and sub-20ms latency — genuine 5G capability for M2M and IIoT workloads.
Native 5G security
Direct 5G core connection with enhanced authentication, SUPI concealment, and network slicing.
Future-proof standard
3GPP Release 17 compliant, compatible with 5G SA and LTE Cat 4 for long-term investment protection.
5G RedCap Industrial Applications
From automated factory floors to remote energy infrastructure, 5G RedCap is redefining what industrial connectivity looks like in practice. The following use cases demonstrate how RedCap's combination of 5G-native performance, reduced deployment cost, and long-term network compatibility addresses real operational challenges across key industrial sectors — where LTE Cat 4 no longer meets the demand, and full 5G NR remains economically out of reach.
