High-power LTE-M/NB-IoT module targets private LTE and utilities
Ubiik has launched Maverick 220, a groundbreaking LTE-M/NB-IoT module designed specifically for utilities, private LTE networks, and industrial IoT applications.
Maverick 220 breaks the industry-standard 23 dBm power limitation, dramatically extending the range of LTE-enabled IoT devices by providing transmit power of up to 28 dBm for LTE-M, extending connectivity for long-range applications with moderate bandwidth requirements. The module also delivers 30 dBm for NB-IoT (Power Class 1), ensuring reliable low-power wide-area coverage.
“For too long, private LTE networks for utilities and IoT have been constrained by the 23 dBm power limit imposed by traditional LTE modules,” said TH Peng, CEO at Ubiik. “With Maverick 220, our goal was to eliminate that bottleneck, allowing IoT devices to transmit farther and more reliably than ever before.”
3GPP defines different power classes for UEs. Traditional commercial networks operate in frequency bands often defined for Power Class 3, or 23 dBm (200 mW, ±2 dB), and this results in these networks being typically uplink-limited – the ability of the device to be heard by the base station is the bottleneck. While this is acceptable for traditional consumer use cases where downlink throughput is the main criterion, most utility and IoT use cases are uplink-dominated. This is why frequency bands specifically introduced for private networks, public safety or utilities like Band 106 are defined to support high-power/performance UEs (HPUEs) up to Power Class 1, or 28 to 31dBm.
Maverick 220 allows private network owners to leverage the full potential of 3GPP technologies. This is particularly relevant when the private network only offers a bandwidth of 5 MHz or less (1-, 1.4- or 3-MHz), which is common with B54, B103 or B106, as such bandwidths do not necessarily allow using the full extent of LTE-M coverage enhancement. As such, Maverick 220 is the first LTE module designed with private LTE networks and industrial IoT in mind.
Other features include TDD LTE-M support, bringing long-range capabilities to TDD spectrum owners, like Band 54. The module extends the range by more than 50% over the current commercial LTE modules thanks to the additional 5 to 7dB of transmit power. Fully compatible with existing LTE-M and NB-IoT standards while enabling more link budget, the module supports license-free 902-928 MHz LTE-M operation.
The LTE-M/NB-IoT module is the ideal companion for the freeRAN Base Station from Ubiik when deploying hybrid LTE networks to best utilise licensed and license-free spectrum. Typical applications include utilities, smart grids, industrial automation, and remote IoT deployments.
Building on the success of its Pyxis edge router family, Ubiik is set to launch a new model featuring the Maverick 220 module later this year. This enhanced high-transmit power router will provide an unmatched range, security, and seamless connectivity for industrial and utility IoT applications. By expanding its router portfolio, the company is reinforcing its commitment to accelerating the adoption of private LTE networks for utilities and mission-critical IoT deployments.
“With Maverick 220, we’re not just launching a new LTE module — we’re providing a true range extender for LTE-based IoT applications,” added TH Peng. “As private LTE networks are now considered the best solution for smart grid telecom infrastructure, utilities are questioning how to achieve the long-range connectivity they require. Maverick 220 and Pyxis are the answer.”
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