In a major leap forward for industrial IoT, Morse Micro, the world’s leading provider of Wi-Fi HaLow chips, and Gateworks Corporation, a leading supplier of industrial single board computers (SBCs), have partnered to bring Wi-Fi HaLow (IEEE 802.11ah) connectivity to the toughest industrial environments. Together with Silex Technology, they are launching a high-performance ecosystem that makes secure, low-power, and long-range Wi-Fi a reality in smart factories, transportation systems and energy infrastructure.
Wi-Fi HaLow: The New Backbone of Industrial IoT
Wi-Fi HaLow (IEEE 802.11ah) emerges as a compelling, standards-based alternative to LPWAN technologies like LoRa or proprietary mesh systems. It combines exceptional range and power efficiency with the bandwidth, IP-native compatibility and scalability required for today’s industrial networks.
Key Features:
- Over 1km range: ideal for large sprawling facilities and remote infrastructure
- Ultra-low power consumption: perfect for battery-powered sensors
- Scales: able to connect to thousands of devices per access point
- Sub-GHz operation: penetrates walls, foliage, and obstacles
- WPA3 security: ensures safe, enterprise-level communication for critical systems
- IP-native networking: integrates seamlessly into existing IT infrastructure
The Collaboration in Action: Introducing the GW16159 Wi-Fi HaLow M.2 Card
At the heart of the collaboration is the GW16159, an industrial-grade M.2 Wi-Fi HaLow card designed and manufactured by Gateworks in the USA. This high-performance radio is powered by the Silex SX-SDMAH module, based on Morse Micro’s leading MM6108 SoC.
Ideal Applications:
- Smart Factories: Wireless sensors, automated mobile robotics, machine health monitoring
- Smart Transportation: Train safety systems, fleet management, predictive maintenance
- Smart Energy: Grid management, solar inverters, wireless EV charging, smart meters
Accelerate Development with the GW11056-1 Wi-Fi HaLow Dev Kit
To accelerate time-to-market, Gateworks released the GW11056 Development Kit, a complete platform for Wi-Fi HaLow evaluation and prototyping. Use this kit for a fast path to real-world testing in industrial automation, remote monitoring, sensor networks, mobile robotics and more.
Kit Contents Include:
- GW16159 Wi-Fi HaLow M.2 Card
- VeniceFLEX SBC featuring the NXP iMX 8M Plus CPU
- Linux Ubuntu board support package
- Antenna, JTAG programmer, adapter cables and power supply
Get Started with Wi-Fi HaLow
Visit the websites of Morse Micro and Gateworks Corporation to learn how you can revolutionize your industrial operations. The GW16159 Wi-Fi HaLow M.2 card and the GW11056 Development Kit are available now from Gateworks Corporation and authorized distributors.
