akYtec expands its automation technology portfolio with four robust LoRaWAN devices simplifying remote data acquisition where wiring is impractical. The CI200-LW and CI201-LW pulse counters monitor discrete inputs and gas meter connections, supporting battery operation and optional external power. The IC200-MBUS-LW and IC200-MRTU-LW interface modules integrate up to ten M-Bus or Modbus RTU slaves into LoRaWAN networks, enabling reliable long-distance wireless metering across utilities, agriculture, municipal infrastructure, and industrial applications.
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akYtec introduces four LoRaWAN devices for remote consumption measurement
Das LoRaWAN-Gerät IC200-MBUS-LW überträgt Verbrauchsdaten (Foto: akYtec GmbH)
akYtecs latest lineup introduces four LoRaWAN-enabled devices – the CI200-LW and CI201-LW impulse counters plus the IC200-MBUS-LW and IC200-MRTU-LW interface modules – designed to facilitate wireless data transmission across extended distances. Employing the robust long-range wireless protocol, these units streamline consumption measurement and support automated IoT workflows. Ideal for agricultural applications, utility networks, municipal infrastructures, facility management, and industrial environments, they eliminate the complexity of wiring and deliver reliable remote monitoring capabilities.
IP65-rated LoRaWAN devices withstand extreme temperatures and harsh environments
The four new LoRaWAN devices feature an IP65-rated enclosure and are designed to operate reliably across temperatures from -40 °C up to +70 °C. This means they withstand harsh weather conditions, dust ingress, and moisture penetration without performance degradation. Their robust construction makes them perfectly suited for demanding outdoor installation environments such as pump stations, wells, heat transfer substations, and remote measurement sites requiring reliable, consistent and secure data transmission.
CI200-LW tracks four inputs and sends data via LoRaWAN
Equipped with four discrete wired inputs, the CI200-LW enables pulse monitoring and emergency signal detection without manual intervention. This battery-powered unit can connect to external DC power, storing data before periodically transmitting it via LoRaWAN 1.0.4 to gateways. The CI201-LW complements this setup by interfacing with Honeywell Elster Metronica BD gas meters through their standard port, digitizing mechanical readings, while an integrated Hall-effect sensor effectively detects any potential tampering attempts.
Ten M-Bus and Modbus Devices Integrated Seamlessly into LoRaWAN
The IC200-MBUS-LW and IC200-MRTU-LW modules seamlessly integrate up to ten M-Bus or Modbus slave devices into a LoRaWAN infrastructure. Designed respectively for consumption meters using the standardized M-Bus protocol and RS-485-connected Modbus-RTU equipment, they ensure versatile compatibility across diverse sensor networks. Supporting LoRaWAN version 1.0.4 in both Class A and Class C modes, they facilitate secure ABP or OTAA activation and significantly reduce installation complexity and gateway requirements during deployment.
NFC and Bluetooth enable smartphone configuration without opening enclosure
Using NFC-based commissioning and Bluetooth Low Energy, installers can configure devices in situ via a smartphone application without opening the enclosure. A dedicated digital input captures status notifications from external sensors, while an open-collector output enables remote actuation of pumps. Scheduled for release in the first half of 2026, the units support multiple power supply options including batteries, DC sources and solar arrays, offering deployment in remote or hard-to-access locations.
akYtec unveils robust, energy-efficient LoRaWAN solution for remote monitoring
The new LoRaWAN devices from akYtec deliver a highly flexible, robust, secure solution for wireless data acquisition and control of meters and sensors in challenging environments. Combining standardized interfaces, commissioning, and design, these modules streamline installation and reduce costs by minimizing wiring and gateway requirements. With IP65-rated housings and a temperature range, they support remote monitoring and management of infrastructure, agriculture, and industrial sites, even in inaccessible or harsh locations.
