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Semtech RX55 LTE-A Router

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Details

Exact model
AirLink RX55
Category
Gateway / router
Technology / network scope
4G LTELTE (Cat 7 LTE-A)
Bands
CBRS 3.55–3.703.43.63.8GHzCBRS Band 48 and Band 14 (U.S. variants)
Availability
Order online · Ships in 1–2 weeksOrder from Waveform
Documented uses
Manufacturing and industrial IoT · Remote and utility sites
Not stated by sources
Environment

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Overview

The Semtech AirLink RX55 is a compact, rugged LTE-Advanced (Category 7) router for industrial IoT (Internet of Things), SCADA and fleet applications on public and private networks, in a sealed IP64-rated aluminum housing.[1][2] Semtech emphasizes its low idle power for solar- or battery-powered sites and offers base, Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Plus models, the last adding container support for edge applications.[1][2] The North American model lists LTE Band 48, and Semtech names CBRS (Citizens Broadband Radio Service) among its carrier certifications.[2]

Specifications

Cellular

Radio
LTE-Advanced Category 7 with 3G fallback; 2x2 MIMO; no 5G[2]
Peak rates (theoretical)
300 Mbps down and 150 Mbps up[2]
LTE bands (North America)
B2, B4, B5, B7, B12, B13, B14, B25, B26, B41, B42, B43, Band 48, B66 and B71[2]
Connectors and SIM
SMA cellular connectors; dual mini (2FF) SIM slots[2]
Part numbers (North America)
1104927 base; 1104928 Wi-Fi; 1104934 Wi-Fi Plus[2]

Interfaces

Ethernet
One Gigabit Ethernet port[2]
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Plus models: two 1x1 Wi-Fi 5 radios, 433 Mbps theoretical, 10 clients per radio[2]
Serial, CAN, I/O and USB
Dual RS-232 on the base model or single RS-232 on Wi-Fi models (DB9, Y-cable optional); CAN on Wi-Fi models via Y-cable; one GPIO; USB 2.0 micro-B[2]
GNSS
30-channel GNSS[2]

Physical and environmental

Size and weight
119 x 33 x 85 mm (4.69 x 1.34 x 3.35 in), 102 mm deep with Wi-Fi connectors; 320 g[2]
Ingress and temperature
IP64; -40 °C to 70 °C operating, or -30 °C to 70 °C for Wi-Fi models; MIL-STD-810G[2]
Vehicle, rail and hazardous-location ratings
E-Mark, ISO 7637-2 and SAE J1455; EN 50155 in North America; Class 1 Division 2, IECEx and ATEX[2]

Power

Input and consumption
7–36 VDC with low-voltage disconnect, ignition sense and load-dump protection; 717 mW LTE idle; 38 mW standby[2]

Certifications

Regulatory and carriers (North America)
FCC, ISED and PTCRB; Verizon, AT&T, FirstNet Trusted (requires ALMS), T-Mobile, Bell and CBRS[2]
FCC ID
Not listed on Semtech's product page or data sheet[2]
OnGo listings
We did not find the RX55 on the OnGo Alliance's certified-device list or its list of FCC-authorized Band 48 end-user devices (checked October 1, 2026)[3][4]

Management and performance

Management
AirLink OS with ALMS cloud management through AirLink Complete (one year included), a local web interface and a beta REST API[2]
Throughput and VPN
Firewall throughput not stated; FIPS 140-2 Level 1 compliant IPsec, up to 10 tunnels per link[2]
Edge computing
Wi-Fi Plus model only (early adopters): dual-core 32-bit ARMv7, about 200 MB RAM and 2.8 GB flash for containers[2]
Warranty and updates
One-year standard warranty, extended up to five years with an active subscription; critical firmware updates through at least December 31, 2029[2]

What’s included

  • RX55 router, DC power cable, quick start guide and AirLink Complete leaflet[2]

Public pricing

  • Semtech does not publish a list price on its product page or data sheet; one year of AirLink Complete is included with purchase (checked October 1, 2026).[2]
  • Waveform, operated by the team behind Private5G.com, lists part number 1104928 (North America, with Wi-Fi) at $1,119.00 as of October 1, 2026.[5]

Documents

Vendor

Sources

Researched Oct 1, 2026. Manufacturer and vendor statements are their claims, not independent tests.

  1. AirLink RX55 Rugged Industrial 4G LTE IoT Router — Semtech. Accessed Oct 1, 2026.
  2. AirLink RX55 data sheet — Semtech, Jul 17, 2026. Accessed Oct 1, 2026.
  3. OnGo Certified Devices — OnGo Alliance. Accessed Oct 1, 2026.
  4. FCC-Authorized End User Devices — OnGo Alliance. Accessed Oct 1, 2026.
  5. Semtech RX55 LTE-A Router — Waveform. Accessed Oct 1, 2026.

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