RipEX datasheet

Product catalog summary

Overview
RipEX is a radio modem platform designed for reliable wireless data transfer in mission-critical applications such as SCADA and Telemetry for critical infrastructure sectors like Power, Water Utilities, and Oil & Gas. It offers high-speed data transfer, dynamic routing, and combines radio and cellular capabilities.

Key Features

Data speed up to 1.7 Mb/s with 256QAM modulation.
Dynamic routing and unlimited coverage without base stations.
Operates across multiple frequency bands: 160, 300, 400, 800, 900 MHz.
Supports various channel spacings from 6.25 to 300 kHz.
Security features include IPsec, AES256 encryption, RADIUS, and firewall.
Industrial-grade design with an operating temperature range of -40 to +70 °C.
High reliability with MTBF greater than 100 years.

Technical Specifications

RipEX2 offers the highest speed at 1.7 Mb/s, while RipEX2e and RipEX provide 250 kb/s and 166 kb/s respectively.
Channel spacing varies with RipEX2 supporting up to 300 kHz, while RipEX2e and RipEX support up to 50 kHz.
Interfaces include multiple Ethernet ports, COM ports, USB, and optional mPCIe for RipEX2.
Full duplex communication is available only in RipEX2.

Security and Management

Features digitally signed firmware, secure boot, and hardware tamper evidence.
Supports various SCADA protocols and remote communication capabilities.
Management through HTTPS, SSH, and SNMP with role-based access control.

Environmental and Mechanical

Rugged die-cast aluminum casing with IP40 and IP51 protection.
Dimensions and weight vary slightly across models, with RipEX2 being the largest and heaviest.
Designed for harsh environments with high humidity tolerance.

Applications and Use Cases

Ideal for critical infrastructure requiring reliable and secure data communication.
Supports multi-master applications and transparent or flexible routing.

Catalog excerpts

The Fastest Radio Modems RipEX is a radio modem platform providing a 24/7 reliable service for wireless data transfer in missioncritical applications like SCADA & Telemetry at critical infrastructure such as Power and Water Utilities, Oil & Gas and many others. Market leader ● 1.7 Mb/s, 256QAM ● Dynamic routing ● Radio and Cellular in one ● Unlimited coverage without Base stations ● Industrial hardened design, −40 to +70 °C ● Each unit tested in climatic chamber ● 10 W, Half or Full duplex Security ● IPsec, AES256, RADIUS ● Firewall, VLAN ● Digitally signed FW, Sec

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Channel spacing Full duplex Technical parameters Radio parameters Frequency bands Channel spacing Frequency stability FEC (Forward Error Correction) Gross data rate RF Output power Duty cycle Rx to Tx Time 2/3; 3/4; 5/6; Off up to 1.7 Mb/s 20-40 dBm PEP (0.1-10 W RMS), 1 dB step programmable Continuous < 0.7 ms @ 25 kHz; < 1 ms @ 12.5 kHz channel Electrical Primary power Rx Tx Sleep mode Interfaces Ethernet 4x 10/100/1000 Base-T Auto MDI/MDIX 1x RS232/RS485 SW configurable 2x RS232 (mPCIe expansion board) 600 b/s – 1 Mb/s 2x TNC female @ 50 ohms SW configurable: 1x Rx/Tx or 1x Rx + 1x Tx 1x TNC...

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