Features- Zero-touch large-scale deployment for consistent, automated onboarding
- Multi-service support: LTE 450 (private LTE) and 2 x Gigabit Ethernet
- Industrial protocol gateway and conversion for SCADA and field devices
- Compact, rugged design for constrained enclosures and field cabinets
- Comprehensive cybersecurity: Secure Boot, Trusted Platform Module (TPM), 802.1X, IPSec, stateful firewall and VPN support
- Factory pre-configuration option with SIMs or eSIMs installed
- Designed in-house (hardware, OS, mechanics) with controlled supply chain; manufactured and securely assembled in Ireland
- Supports LTE Bands 31, 40 and 72 (450 MHz) for long-range, licensed-spectrum coverage
Product SummaryThe Merlin-3103 is a compact industrial 450 MHz LTE router purpose-built for private LTE networks and critical infrastructure communications. It delivers long-range site connectivity for utilities and energy operators, supporting applications such as smart metering, remote telemetry and substation automation. The device combines multi-service connectivity and industrial protocol gateway functions with enterprise-grade security and zero-touch deployment to simplify large-scale rollouts.
Use cases / Industry focus- Private LTE networks for utilities and energy companies
- Smart metering, AMI backhaul and remote site telemetry
- Substation automation, protection relay communication and other critical infrastructure links
Technical specifications- Model series: Merlin-3100 (Merlin-3103)
- Frequency / network: 450 MHz LTE for private networks (licensed spectrum)
- Supported LTE bands: Band 31, Band 40 and Band 72 (450 MHz)
- Security: Trusted Platform Module (TPM), Secure Boot, 802.1X, IPSec, stateful firewall, VPN
- Ethernet: 2 × 10/100/1000 Mbit/s (Gigabit Ethernet), RJ45
- SIM support: 2 × Mini-SIM card slots (factory eSIM/SIM option)
- Antenna connectors: 2 × SMA-compatible
- Mechanical: compact, rugged enclosure, high MTBF, wide operating temperature range
- Factory options: pre-configuration with SIMs or eSIMs; zero-touch provisioning enabled