Ericsson Cradlepoint R980 5G Ruggedized Modem and Wireless Router with Dual Band Wi-Fi 6 and eSIM Support

CradlePoint Wi-Fi 6 IEEE 802.11k/r/v/ax 2 SIM Ethernet, Cellular Modem/Wireless Router

The Ericsson Cradlepoint R980 is a robust and secure 5G networking platform designed to deliver enterprise-grade connectivity in challenging environments. Its ruggedized construction allows it to operate reliably across wide temperature ranges and in hazardous locations, making it ideal for industrial, transportation, and IoT applications. Supporting 5G network slicing and future eSIM capabilities, the R980 provides flexible deployment options without the need for physical SIM swaps, ensuring seamless carrier switching and enhanced network management.
Equipped with dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11k/r/v/ax) and MU-MIMO technology, the R980 offers fast wireless speeds up to 153.60 MB/s, supporting high-bandwidth applications and multiple connected devices. The device features a gigabit Ethernet port for ultra-fast wired connectivity and a built-in USB port for connecting USB-enabled devices, providing versatile connectivity options in a compact, DIN rail-mountable form factor. Its dual SIM support and LTE Advanced Pro technology ensure reliable cellular connectivity, supporting LTE 5200 networks and multi-SIM configurations for redundancy and load balancing.
Designed for both vehicle and IoT deployments, the R980 supports advanced features such as GNSS/GPS location tracking, web filtering, threat management, and application visibility. When paired with Ericsson NetCloud services, it supports secure enterprise networks with SASE, Zero Trust Network Access, and SD-WAN optimization. Its high memory capacity and extensibility through APIs and SDKs enable integration into complex IoT ecosystems, making it suitable for smart city infrastructure, oil and gas, utilities, and surveillance systems. The R980’s compact and rugged design ensures durability and reliable performance in demanding applications, delivering enterprise-class security and scalability in a versatile package.

Features:

• Supports 5G network slicing with future eSIM functionality for flexible carrier switching

• Ruggedized design withstands extreme temperatures and hazardous environments

• Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11k/r/v/ax) with MU-MIMO for high-speed wireless connectivity

• Gigabit Ethernet port enables ultra-fast wired network connections

• Built-in USB port for connecting USB-enabled devices

• Supports LTE Advanced Pro and LTE 5200 networks for reliable cellular connectivity

• Dual SIM support with Nano/eSIM compatibility for redundancy and load balancing

• DIN rail mountable form factor for easy installation in industrial settings

• Advanced GNSS/GPS features including location tracking and cellular coverage mapping

• Supports Ericsson NetCloud services such as SASE and SD-WAN for secure enterprise networking

• High memory capacity with onboard edge containers for IoT application deployment

• Versatile deployment options for vehicle connectivity, IoT, surveillance, and smart infrastructure