CloudGate Probe Cellular

Product Description

The CloudGate Probe is a compact, DIN rail-mountable metering device designed to connect various devices over Modbus (RS-485), M-bus, Digital & Analog Inputs to a Cellular (NB-IoT/LTECatM) network. This enables convenient remote monitoring of assets and buildings.

As a cost-effective and compact solution, the CloudGate Probe is capable of reading and transmitting data from nearly any meter to any IoT platform. Additionally, it can be used to adjust settings or control the state of actuators such as HVAC systems, control valves, relays, and more.

The CloudGate Probe Cellular is ideal for asset monitoring use cases.

Data Sheet

The datasheet is available on our website: https://www.option.com/product_suite/cloudgate-probe-cellular/

Installation guide

The installation guide is also available for download at the bottom of this page. It provides comprehensive instructions on how to install the CloudGate Probe.

Configuration Options

The CloudGate Probe can be configured using multiple methods:

1. MQTT (over-the-air)
2. USB-C Cable and Configurator Tool

The recommended configuration method is the DIN2 Configurator Tool, which can be downloaded from OPTION's FTP server. This tool allows you to create an extract of a device's configuration and import it into other devices, making it convenient to configure multiple CloudGate Probe units consistently and quickly.

During operation, we recommend configuring your CloudGate Probe devices via MQTT for ease of use. 

Technical Information

The CloudGate Probe has the following capabilities.

Cellular modem:

• LTE Cat M1 / Cat NB2
• Supports EU frequency bands B3, B8, and B20
• International coverage available on demand
• Integrated GNSS receiver for positioning
• Two external antenna connectors (SMA)

M-Bus Mini-Master:

• 34V bus power supply
• Supports up to 4 Unit Loads
• Screw terminal connection

Modbus Interface:

• RS485 communication
• Half-duplex operation
• Screw terminal connection

Analog Input (A-IN) Configurable Options:

• 0-3.3V input conversion
• 0-10V input conversion
• 4-20mA input conversion

Digital Input (D-IN) Configurable Options:

• CMOS input: 0-3.3V
• Dry contact input
• S0 pulse-counter

Digital Output (D-OUT) Configurable Options:

• CMOS output: 0-3.3V
• Open Drain output (<250mA)

Optional Last-Gasp Backup Power

• Provides more than 10 seconds of operation after a power outage