Wifx L1

The Wifx L1 is a powerful LoRaWAN® gateway that masterfully combines an ultra-compact design with unyielding robustness, making it the ideal solution for any deployment project, from the simplest to the most demanding.

Its remarkably small footprint allows for discreet and flexible installation in diverse environments, maximizing site efficiency. Engineered with meticulous attention to detail and crafted from high-quality, durable materials, the Wifx L1 delivers exceptional resilience, reliably performing even in the most aggressive operating conditions.

Beyond its hardware strength, the embedded LORIX OS ensures rock-solid reliability and advanced security. Managing your gateway is streamlined through an intuitive, modern web interface, providing a clear and user-friendly experience for efficient configuration and ongoing control.

A technician in front of a LORIX One on a mast and using a tablet to configure the gateway through its web interface.

A technician installing a Wifx L1 on a mast

A 3D realistic view of a Wifx L1 LoRaWAN gateway closed

Features

Compact

The Wifx L1's compact design ensures easy, discreet placement anywhere. Ideal for tight spaces or crowded masts, it maximizes deployment flexibility without compromise.

Robust

Engineered for durability, the Wifx L1's simple, efficient design is extremely robust. IP65-rated, it withstands harsh elements for years of reliable operation.

Easy to install and use

Install the Wifx L1 with a single PoE RJ45 cable for power & network. Configure effortlessly via its intuitive web interface from any device, no special skills needed.

Secure and reliable

LORIX OS, the Wifx L1's core, provides enterprise-grade security & stability. Regular updates with latest patches and features ensure long-term, reliable performance.

Customizable

With its totally open Linux system, the Wifx L1 offers endless customization. Integrate it into your project with unparalleled freedom and innovation possibilities.

Testimonials

Fabrice Strevens

Elvexys

The LORIX One gateway offers excellent LoRa performance and its open-source software allows us to customize the system to meet our customer requirement. We also appreciate the cleaver case design allowing an easy, fast and secure mounting.

Dimitris Mamalis, manager

Kudzu

We picked the LORIX One for its robust design and the development freedom it allows. Our first installation has been flawless despite the harsh weather environment. Within the first year of operation the LORIX One has survived the extreme heat and high gust winds without any maintenance effort.

Application areas

The Wifx L1 is highly appreciated for its ease of use and robustness, making it particularly suitable for installers who are not LoRaWAN and telecommunications professionals.

Compact, discreet and robust, it can be integrated into factories or technical premises to create a LoRaWAN network that can easily cover a production site, agricultural plots or a building complex.

Agriculture

Livestock tracking, environmental monitoring, asset management, irrigation control, soil health - discover the possibilities with the LoRaWAN® network.

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 kilometres and its penetration in buildings make the use of...

Buildings

For building managers, owners or tenants. Analyse in real time the state of your rooms and the good functioning of the building.

Specifications
Documentation
Details
Comparison

OS/Software

LORIX OS

The LORIX OS is a stable, secure and reliable operating system created and supported specifically for our LoRaWAN® gateways.

Compatible with most LoRaWAN® servers (Basic Station LNS, Semtech UDP forwarder compatible, ChirpStack). See more compatible networks below.

Regional Parameters

Two versions are available depending on your regional needs.

8XX version for 863-870 MHz band

Compatible with LoRaWAN® regions:

EU868
IN865
RU864

RF specification:

SX1302 with SF5-SF6 support
RX sensitivity:
- -136 dBm @ SF12BW125 (HW version < 1.5)
- -139 dBm @ SF12BW125 (HW version >= 1.5)
TX power: 27 dBm

9XX version for 902-928 MHz band

Compatible with LoRaWAN® regions:

AS920
AS923
AU915 (Subband 1-8)
US915 (Subband 1-8)

RF specification:

SX1302 with SF5-SF6 support
RX sensitivity:
- -136 dBm @ SF12BW125 (HW version < 1.5)
- -139 dBm @ SF12BW125 (HW version >= 1.5)
TX power: 27 dBm

Connectivity

10/100 Mbps Ethernet

MicroSD connector to expand internal memory capacity

USB‑C connector providing a serial and Ethernet interface (configuration, system image programming) and powering

Hardware

CPU
ARM® Cortex-A5 600 MHz

RAM
256 MB

Persistent storage
1 GB / 1024 MB (internal storage)

General information

Powering
10-48 Vdc through passive PoE (active conditionally possible) or USB‑C

Power consumption
1,2 W typical
1,5 W maximum

Operating ambient temperature
-30 to +70 °C

Ingress protection
IP65

LoRa Antennas

3 dBi outdoor antenna
240mm (9,45 inches) IP65 outdoor antenna @ 3 dBi

5 dBi outdoor antenna
500mm (19,69 inches) IP65 outdoor antenna @ 5 dBi

Compatibility

ChirpStack

Native integration of the ChirpStack Gateway Bridge.

https://www.chirpstack.io/

AWS IoT Core for LoRaWAN

Certified device compatible through the Basic Station.

https://aws.amazon.com/iot-core/lorawan/

Actility Thingpark

Compatible through the Basic Station (no base station management).

https://www.actility.com/

LORIOT

LORIOT packet forwarder available on the gateway.

https://www.loriot.io/

The Things Network

Compatible through the Basic Station

https://www.thethingsnetwork.org//

Others

Natively compatible with all LoRaWAN Network Server (LNS) supporting Semtech UDP, BasicStation LNS, ChirpStack MQTT protocols.

Support for specific clients from multiple other service providers. Contact your LNS provider for level of compatibility.

Certification

CE (Europe)

FCC (USA)

IC (Canada)

RCM (Australia/New Zealand)

Documentation

Product documentation Documentation of LORIX OS Quick start guide User manual v1.3

Medias

Booklet 2022 - Wifx L1/LORIX OS

Certification

CE Conformity declaration SDoC Autstralia - New Zealand FCC Attestation of Conformity IC Attestation of Conformity

Overview

Overview of the Wifx L1

Service interface details

Detailed view of the Wifx L1's service interface

Dimensions

View of the Wifx L1's dimensions

Dimensions in mm (inch)

Antennas

Outdoor 3 dBi antenna

IP65 outdoor antenna @ 3 dBi
Dimensions: 240 mm (9.45 inches)

View of the 3 dBi outdoor antenna's dimensions

Outdoor 5 dBi antenna

IP65 outdoor antenna @ 5 dBi
Dimensions: 500 mm (19,69 inches)

View of the 5 dBi outdoor antenna's dimensions

	LORIX One	Wifx L1
OS/Software	LORIX OS	LORIX OS
Regional Parameters	863-870 MHz version 902-928 MHz version	863-870 MHz (8XX version) 902-928 MHz (9XX version)
Connectivity	Ethernet 10/100 Mbps microSD card connector Ethernet over USB USB Mini-B connector	Ethernet 10/100 Mbps microSD card connector Ethernet over USB USB‑C connector Self-powered through USB‑C brings you ease of use during initial configuration steps, also supports Ethernet over USB, enabling access to the web interface without a network cable.
Power	24 Vdc via passive PoE Power consumption: 3 W	10-48 Vdc via passive PoE (active conditionally possible) Power via USB‑C Power consumption: 1,5W (tipically 1,2 W) Reduced power consumption to reduce extra material in case of solar or battery powered system
Hardware	ARM® Cortex-A5 600 MHz 128 MB RAM 512 MB Storage	ARM® Cortex-A5 600 MHz 256 MB RAM 1024 MB Storage More RAM and internal storage for future proof software features
General information	Ambient operating temperature: -30 to +55 °C	Ambient operating temperature: -30 to +70 °C Extended temperature range for use in even more challenging conditions and for deployments in more diverse regions of the world

Services

LORIX OS

LORIX OS is a stable, secure and reliable operating system created and supported specifically for our LoRaWAN® gateways.

Wifx Connect

Connect your gateways wherever they are via the cloud.

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Wifx L1

Features

Compact

Robust

Easy to install and use

Secure and reliable

Customizable

Testimonials

Fabrice Strevens

Dimitris Mamalis, manager

Application areas

Agriculture

Industry

Buildings

OS/Software

Regional Parameters

Connectivity

Hardware

General information

LoRa Antennas

Compatibility

Certification

Documentation

Medias

Certification

Overview

Service interface details

Dimensions

Antennas

Outdoor 3 dBi antenna

Outdoor 5 dBi antenna

Services

LORIX OS

Wifx Connect

Accessories

Indoor wall mount

Outdoor mast mount

Outdoor wall mount

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