New Arrivals:EBYTE E870-LxxxLG12-S Series Half-Duplex LoRaWAN Gateways

When building large-scale, low-power IoT networks, LoRaWAN gateways serve as the core hub connecting end nodes to network servers, making their performance and reliability critical. Chengdu EBYTE Electronic Technology Co., Ltd.'s E870-LxxxLG12-S series compact DIN-rail LoRaWAN gateways, with their flexible band support, compact industrial design, and stable half-duplex performance, are ideal for regional IoT deployments. This article focuses on the half-duplex models in the series, providing an in-depth analysis of their technical features and global application solutions.

E870-LxxxLG12-S Series Half-Duplex LoRaWAN Gateways Overview

The E870-LxxxLG12-S series is a family of LoRaWAN gateways designed specifically to comply with radio regulations in different countries and regions. The "xxx" in the model name directly corresponds to the core operating frequency band, forming a clear product matrix:

This article focuses on the half-duplex models: E870-L868LG12-S and E870-L915LG12-S.
(Note: The E870-L470LG12-S is a full-duplex design suitable for CN470 network scenarios with extremely high requirements for uplink concurrent capacity.

Advantages and Technical Analysis of Half-Duplex Gateways

What Does "Half-Duplex" Design Mean?

In LoRaWAN gateways, "half-duplex" means the gateway's receive (RX) and transmit (TX) links cannot operate simultaneously. Compared to "full-duplex" gateways (which can send and receive simultaneously), half-duplex gateways typically use a single RF transceiver channel and achieve time-division transmission/reception through fast switching.

Advantages: Simpler circuit design, significantly lower cost, and better power consumption and heat dissipation performance.
Considerations: In extreme high-density node concurrent uplink scenarios, theoretical capacity may be lower than full-duplex gateways. However, for most regional IoT applications (such as smart metering, environmental monitoring, agricultural sensing), the performance of half-duplex gateways is fully sufficient and more cost-effective.

Core Features of E870-L868/915LG12-S

• High-Performance RF Core: Adopts the Semtech SX1302 baseband chip solution with an SX1250 front-end. Supports 8-channel parallel demodulation, capable of demodulating packets with different spreading factors (SF5-SF12) simultaneously to maximize network capacity.

• Industrial-Grade Design and Power Supply:

• Wide Voltage Power Supply: DC 8V ~ 28V, adapting to various industrial field power environments.

• Wide Temperature Operation: Operating temperature range of -40°C ~ +85°C, meeting the requirements of harsh outdoor and industrial environments.

• Compact Structure: Dimensions of only 101.6×30×63mm, supports DIN rail mounting for quick deployment in distribution boxes and cabinets.

• Flexible Network Backhaul: Supports Ethernet (WAN port) and Wi-Fi STA mode for internet access. Some versions support 4G (note the model suffix, e.g., LG11 supports 4G, while LG12 does not). Supports intelligent multi-network switching and load balancing to ensure reliable backhaul links.

• Comprehensive Software and Management Functions:

• Web Management Interface: Provides an intuitive Chinese/English web interface for network configuration, LoRaWAN parameter settings, system monitoring, etc.

• Core Configuration: Flexibly set gateway ID, server address (e.g., ChirpStack, TTN), and uplink/downlink ports (default 1700).

• Band Settings: Supports standard regional band configuration files (e.g., EU868, US915) and advanced mode for custom channel configuration.

• Status Monitoring: Real-time viewing of received/transmitted packet counts, channel usage, and RSSI/SNR statistical charts for easy network operation and maintenance.

• Operation and Maintenance Functions: Supports remote firmware upgrade, scheduled restart, log viewing, and NTP time synchronization.

Typical Application Scenarios and Selection Guide

Application Scenarios:

• Smart City: Streetlight control, manhole cover monitoring, trash bin overflow detection.

• Smart Agriculture: Collection of soil moisture and meteorological data in large farmlands.

• Industrial IoT: Factory equipment status monitoring, energy metering, warehouse environmental monitoring.

• Smart Building: Fire alarm, remote meter reading for water and electricity, parking lot sensors.

• Environmental Monitoring: Temperature/humidity and water quality monitoring in vast areas such as mountains, rivers, and forests.

Selection Decision Flowchart:

1. Determine Project Deployment Location
   ├── In mainland China → Choose E870-L470LG12-S (full-duplex, CN470)
   ├── In Europe, Russia, India → Choose E870-L868LG12-S (half-duplex, EU868/RU864/IN865)
   └── In North America, Australia, South Korea, Southeast Asia (AS923) → Choose E870-L915LG12-S (half-duplex, US915/AU915/KR920/AS923)

2. Evaluate Network Scale and Density
   (For most regional applications, the half-duplex gateways E870-L868/915LG12-S offer the best performance and cost-effectiveness.)

3. Determine Backhaul Method
   (Choose Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or 4G versions based on on-site network conditions.)

Why Choose EBYTE E870 Series Half-Duplex Gateways?

• Global Compliance, Hassle-Free Deployment: Products strictly comply with regional LoRaWAN band specifications, eliminating user concerns about RF compliance and enabling fast, legal deployment.

• Industrial-Grade Reliability: Wide temperature and voltage design, DIN rail mounting, built for 7x24-hour uninterrupted operation in industrial environments.

• High Cost-Effectiveness: Half-duplex design provides sufficient performance while offering a highly competitive price, reducing IoT network construction costs.

• Easy Management: Feature-rich web interface and upper computer tools simplify gateway configuration, network monitoring, and remote operation and maintenance.

• Strong Ecosystem Compatibility: Supports connection to standard LoRaWAN network servers (e.g., ChirpStack, The Things Network, Tencent Cloud IoT) and is compatible with a vast number of standard LoRaWAN end nodes.

About EBYTE's Product Portfolio

Chengdu EBYTE Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. is a national high-tech enterprise with over a decade of experience in IoT communication, dedicated to providing one-stop products and solutions from the "perception layer" to the "transmission layer" and "edge layer".

Core Product Line Architecture:

• Wireless Communication Modules (Foundation):

• LPWAN Series: LoRa/LoRaWAN modules and nodes (e.g., E78 series), NB-IoT, 4G/Cat.1 modules.

• Short-Range Wireless Series: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, SparkLink, 2.4GHz proprietary protocol modules.

• Specialized Wireless Series: Data transmission radios (such as the LoRa spread spectrum series mentioned in this article), Mesh self-organizing networks, wireless audio, millimeter-wave radar modules.

• Network and Gateway Devices (Core):

• LoRaWAN Gateways: The E870 series described in this article, as well as the E890 series, etc.

• Industrial IoT Gateways: Comprehensive gateways supporting multi-protocol conversion and edge computing.

• Communication Conversion Devices: Serial servers, DTUs, Profinet gateways, CAN bus gateways.

• Embedded Computing Platforms: Industrial core boards (SoM) and single-board computers (SBC) based on mainstream processors, providing computing power for intelligent edge devices.

• Accessories and Ecosystem: Antennas, power modules, development evaluation boards, and the EBYTE Cloud IoT platform.

EBYTE products are known for their industrial-grade quality, have passed multiple international certifications, and cover over 50 countries and regions worldwide. They are widely used in smart metering, industrial automation, smart agriculture, smart homes, and other fields, making EBYTE a reliable partner for building robust IoT systems.