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4G / 5G RedCap

Cellular connectivity for connected equipment and evolving IoT

Overview

What is 4G / 5G RedCap?

4G and 5G cellular technologies support IoT applications that require more data capacity than basic low-power wide-area networks can provide. 5G RedCap (Reduced Capability) targets a middle tier between basic LPWAN connectivity and full 5G capabilities.

These options are suitable for connected equipment, industrial gateways, and field-monitoring systems that need to transmit richer telemetry or event data over supported mobile networks.

Why Cellular IoT

Key Features & Benefits

  1. 1

    Higher Data Capacity

    Support richer telemetry and selected image or event workflows where network capacity permits.

  2. 2

    Flexible Deployment

    Use cellular connectivity for mobile or remote equipment where suitable network coverage is available.

  3. 3

    Industrial Connectivity

    Connect compatible routers, controllers, and telematics hardware through supported cellular modems.

  4. 4

    5G RedCap Readiness

    Evaluate reduced-capability 5G for compatible devices and operators as deployment requirements evolve.

Use Cases

Popular Applications

In Practice

Practical Example

Customer Need:

A field-monitoring installation requires more throughput than a small LPWAN sensor can provide.

Example Deployment:

A remote monitoring unit equipped with a camera transmits event data through a compatible cellular router.

Typical Architecture:

Device → 4G or supported 5G Network → Secure Tunnel / Cloud → Monitoring Platform

Monitoring Data:

  • Device online status
  • Cellular data usage
  • Signal quality
  • Event transmission latency

Expected Outcome:

Field data and event records become available through a central platform without requiring site-owned wired networking.

Requirements

Required Hardware & Software

  • Compatible industrial cellular modem or router
  • Supported SIM
  • Suitable cellular antennas
  • Mobile data plan
  • Monitoring platform or cloud integration

Support

How BoxTech Supports Your Project

BoxTech works with IoT solution providers, resellers, system integrators, and software partners to align hardware choices with project requirements.

Support may include shortlisting industrial modems and routers, checking radio-band compatibility, reviewing data-plan requirements, testing hardware samples, providing configuration guidance, and assisting with integration, subject to selected products and agreed project scope.

Before You Deploy

What to Validate

Confirm live network coverage, supported frequency bands, expected latency, required bandwidth, data usage, and the compatibility of the selected modem or router. For 5G RedCap, verify support from both the device and the mobile operator before making a deployment decision.

Get Started

Discuss Your 4G / 5G RedCap Project with BoxTech

Share your deployment location, required data or event types, estimated device quantity, and target platform with BoxTech to assess suitable hardware and connectivity options.

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