RAK7285/RAK7285C WisGate Edge Ultra
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Product documentation
For more related tutorials, check the Tutorials section of the Quick Start Guide.
Resources
- For more information, check the Frequently Asked Questions for WisGate Edge.
- Visit the RAKwireless Forumfor specialized assistance from the RAKstars community and RAKwireless experts.
- Check our extensive collection of Applications & Tutorialsto get inspiration on exciting new use cases.
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Product Description​
RAK7285 WisGate Edge Ultra is the latest version of the RAK WisGate Edge series, designed to overcome the limitations of half-duplex communication. It's tailored to meet the demands of high-density network deployments, particularly for smart city infrastructure, metering applications, and other scenarios requiring reliable two-way communication at scale.
This gateway supports up to 8 LoRa channels in full-duplex (a 16-channel variant is coming soon), with multi-backhaul options including Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and cellular connectivity. Its integrated advanced cavity diplexers not only provide exceptional out-of-band interference suppression but also provide lightning protection for the LoRa antennas, ensuring uninterrupted and secure full-duplex communication.
In addition, RAK7285 operates under WisGateOS 2, which is built on the latest OpenWrt kernel. The OS Web UI features a new design and supports multiple extension installations, enabling remote management using WisDM for personalized gateway customization.
Product Features​
Hardware​
- IP67 industrial-grade enclosure with cable glands
- PoE (802.3at) + Surge Protection
- 8 LoRa channels in full-duplex (16 channels variant is coming soon)
- Built-in cavity diplexers for out-of-band interference suspension
- Backhaul: Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and LTE (available with RAK7285C)
- GPS
- Supports 9~36Â VDC and RAK Solar Battery Kit
- External antennas for GPS and LoRa
- Dying Gasp (optional)
Software​
- WisGateOS 2
- WisGateOS 2 Extensions: Adds support for features such as OpenVPN, WireGuard VPN, and more. Use the appropriate installation guide based on your WisGateOS 2 version:
- Remote management with WisDM Fleet Management
- Built-in Network Server (LoRaWAN support v1.0.3)
- LoRaWAN Stack support with Semtech SX1303
- LoRa Frame filtering (node whitelisting)
- MQTT v3.1 bridging with TLS encryption
- Fine timestamping
- Buffering of LoRa frames in Packet Forwarder mode in case of NS outage (automatic data recovery)
- Full-duplex
- Listen Before Talk
Field Applications​
As the Internet of Things (IoT) technology gradually penetrates into various industries and all aspects of life, the application scenarios of LoRaWAN gateways have become very extensive. This section highlights field applications of the RAK7285/RAK7285C WisGate Edge Ultra outdoor gateways, aiming to provide inspiration for your solutions.
The following scenarios and applications are only examples. The field applications of LoRaWAN gateway are very extensive, including but not limited to these examples.
Agriculture​
From measuring environmental conditions that influence crop production to tracking livestock health indicators, Internet of Things (IoT) technology for agriculture allows you to effectively measure all the parameters (soil quality, sunshine, precipitation, etc.) useful for efficient agriculture or livestock farming in real time, at a low cost, and with a very long range.
- Livestock monitoring
- Environmental monitoring
- Asset management
- Irrigation control
- Soil health
Industry​
The Industrial Internet of Things (IoT) is the foundation of Industry 4.0 and smart factories. The low power consumption of the LoRaWAN® network, as well as its range of several kilometers and its penetration in buildings, makes it feasible in various industrial fields such as automation, remote monitoring, and predictive maintenance.
- Supply chain robotics
- Solar and wind power
- Analysis of liquid flow in a pipe, valve or tank
- Smoke detection
- Equipment monitoring
Smart City​
Smart city leverages advanced LoRaWAN® technology and data-driven approaches to enhance city operations, services, and connectivity for its citizens.
- Infrastructure
- Urban traffic management
- Environmental protection
- Energy Management
- Public security
Software and Services​
WisGateOS 2​
The latest unified operating system for RAK gateways offers a feature-rich environment to access and configure the LoRaWAN gateway. WisGateOS 2 is built on the latest OpenWrt kernel for enhanced security. It employs a simplified user interface that improves usability and programmability. Integrated with WisDM, it enables remote management of gateways and firmware. With its extensibility, you can add additional features and functions to your gateways. For more information, refer to WisGateOS 2 User Manual.
WisGateOS 2 Extensions​
WisGateOS 2 includes an extension system that lets you add, remove, or update features based on your needs. Use the appropriate installation guide for your WisGateOS 2 version:
WisDM​
WisDM is a RAKwireless cloud-based device management platform designed to help you optimize the ways of controlling your gateways. The WisDM device management software supports IoT networks of any scale built around commercial-grade LoRaWAN Edge gateways from RAKwireless. Additionally, the WisDM platform offers you remote configuration, OTAA updates, and scalable management. For more information, refer to WisDM.
