Digi recently introduced a new SKU of its industrial cellular router, the Digi IX30-0EG4, specifically optimized for private cellular networks operating on Anterix’s 900 MHz spectrum. This intelligent, resilient and secure LTE Cat 4 solution is designed to provide utilities and other industrial operations with the ability to seamlessly deploy private networks and multi-network connectivity solutions to enhance flexibility and reliability. And with Anterix™ Active designation, Digi IX30-0EG4 is designed to support robust and secure private cellular networks at the edge.

Why Digi IX30-0EG4? The numerous challenges utilities face today include everything from modernizing aging infrastructure and improving reliability to preventing cybersecurity risks and meeting regulatory demands — all in addition to managing the growing pressure on the electrical grid with advances in electrification. Developing secure, robust communication networks that are equipped to handle both current and emerging challenges is paramount. Digi IX30-0EG4 is designed to meet these requirements with support for public, private, and hybrid networks and mission critical security, reliability and edge intelligence.

Digi IX30 — FirstNet Capable LTE Cat 4 global (select regions/carriers), 3G/2G fallback, dual Ethernet, RS-232/422/485, GNSS, edge computing

Digi IX30 with Digi 360 — FirstNet Capable LTE Cat 4 global, 3G/2G fallback, dual Ethernet, RS-232/422/485, GNSS, edge computing

Cellular connectivity:

• FirstNet Capable™ LTE Cat 4 global / Anterix™ Active (select regions/carriers*)
  • LTE Cat 4 — FDD: B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B8_US (Anterix™), B9, B12, B13, B14 (FirstNet®), B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28;
  • WCDMA: B1, B2, B4, B5, B6, B8, B19;
  • GSM: B2, B3, B5, B8;
  • GNSS: GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS
• Connectors: (3) 50 Ω SMA (2x cellular, 1x GNSS);  center pin: female
• SIM slots: (2) Mini-SIM (2FF)
• SIM security: Secured in cellular module
• GNSS: Protocol NMEA 0183 V3.0; acquisition time hot start 1 s; warm start 29 s; cold start 32 s; accuracy horizontal: < 2 m (50%), < 5 m (90%); altitude: < 4 m (50%), < 8 m (90%); velocity: < 0.2 m/s

Ethernet: 

• ​Ports: (2) RJ-45; 10/100 Mbps (auto-sensing)

Serial: 

• (1) DB-9 DTE
• RS-232/422/285
• Signal support: TXD, RXD, CTS, DTR, DCD, DSR, RI
• Flow control: software (XON/OFF), hardware supported

I/O: 

• Connector: 12-pin screw down terminal block
• Digital: 0 to 30 VDC, 200 mA max.; (4) I/O, software-selectable; pulse counter input
• Analog: (4) analog I/O; 4 to 20 mA or 0 to 10 V, software-selectable; 12-bit resolution

USB: 

• Ports: (1) USB 2.0 Type A; 5 V 500 mA max

Memory: 

• 1 GB RAM, 8 GB flash

Physical: 

• ​Dimensions (L x W x H): 12.8 cm x 10 cm x 5.2 cm (5.04 in x 3.94 in x 2.05 in)
• Weight: 0.5 kg (1.1 lb)
• Status LEDs: Signal Strength (5), LTE, Power
• Enclosure/Rating: Aluminum / IP30
• Mounting: DIN rail mount

Power requirements: 

• Power input: 9 to 30 VDC, 18 W min power source required
• Power connector: Screw down removable terminal block
• Power consumption: 1.5 W (light traffic flow), 3.5 W (peak data transmission); 1 W (low power mode, idle traffic, no serial/no Ethernet WAN)

Environmental: 

• Hazardous (Class 1 Div 2): Yes
• Operating temperature: −34 °C to 74 °C (−29 °F to 165 °F); reduced cellular performance may occur above 60 °C (140 °F)
• Storage temperature: −40 °C to 85 °C (−40 °F to 185 °F)
• Ethernet isolation: 1.5 kV RMS
• Serial port protection (ESD): 15 kV
• Relative humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)

Approvals: 

• Cellular (IX30-0EG4): FCC, PTCRB, Verizon, AT&T FirstNet Capable™, Anterix™ Active; visit digi.com/resources/certifications for latest cellular certifications
• Safety: Hazardous locations: ANSI/ISA-12.12.01-2015, CAN/CSA C22.2 NO.213-15; Ordinary locations: UL 62368-1, 2nd Edition, 2014-10-14; UL 62368: 2014, 2nd Edition; ATEX standards: Protection method II 3 G Ex nA IIC T4 Gc; EN 60079-0:2012+A11:2013, EN 60079-15:2010, DEMKO 15 ATEX 1574X Rev. 1
• IECEX standards: US/UL/ExTR17.0077/00
• Emissions / Immunity: CE, RED, FCC Part 15 Subpart B, ICES-003, AS/NZS CISPR 322
• Environmental: RoHS3

Product warranty: 3-year**

Available accessories: Accessories not included; view available accessories

• IX30 Accessory Kit — PSU, antennas, Cat 6 Ethernet cable, GPS antenna: 76002113 (recommended)
• Power supply (required, choose industrial extended temperature or commercial)
  • Power supply — 18 VDC, 1 A, wall mount level VI, industrial temperature, changeable plug tips, 2-pin combicon screw terminal plug: 76002104
  • Power supply — 18 VDC, 1 A, wall mount level VI, commercial temperature, changeable plug tips, 2-pin combicon screw terminal plug: 76002117
• Antenna — 5G/LTE 600 MHz – 6 GHz, swivel, black: 76002114 (recommended / optional)
• Antenna base — SMA, 1 m, RG174: 76000954 (recommended / optional)
• Cable — UTP, Cat 6, 2 m (6 ft), black, flat patch cable: 76002106 (recommended / optional)

What’s in the box

• Digi IX30 — FirstNet Capable LTE Cat 4 global (select regions/carriers*), 3G/2G fallback, dual Ethernet, RS-232/422/485, GNSS, edge computing

Includes Digi 360

Digi IX30 includes the Digi 360 solution with warranty, customer care and Digi Remote Manager® cloud management, enabling easy setup, mass configuration and management.