Semtech Expands Anterix-Compatible Solutions for Utility Infrastructure
Semtech (Nasdaq: SMTC) has announced an enhancement to its AirLink router portfolio by adding support for Anterix's 900 MHz private spectrum. The ultra-rugged AirLink XR60 5G router now integrates Band 106 private LTE band, designed for energy and utility sectors.
The router supports both commercial networks and global private LTE/5G standalone bands, operating on Anterix's spectrum under 3GPP Release 18. The XR60 includes a five-year service package with technical support, hardware warranty, and remote management capabilities through AirLink Management Service (ALMS).
Trial units of the AirLink XR60 with Anterix support are expected to be available in mid-2025, with commercial release planned for fall 2025. The collaboration aims to enhance grid stability and operational continuity for utilities.
Semtech (Nasdaq: SMTC) ha annunciato un miglioramento al suo portafoglio di router AirLink, aggiungendo il supporto per lo spettro privato a 900 MHz di Anterix. Il robusto router AirLink XR60 5G integra ora la banda LTE privata Band 106, progettata per i settori dell'energia e dei servizi pubblici.
Il router supporta sia le reti commerciali che le bande LTE/5G private standalone globali, operando sullo spettro di Anterix secondo il 3GPP Release 18. L'XR60 include un pacchetto di servizio di cinque anni con supporto tecnico, garanzia hardware e capacità di gestione remota tramite AirLink Management Service (ALMS).
Le unità di prova dell'AirLink XR60 con supporto Anterix dovrebbero essere disponibili a metà del 2025, con il rilascio commerciale previsto per l'autunno del 2025. La collaborazione mira a migliorare la stabilità della rete e la continuità operativa per i servizi pubblici.
Semtech (Nasdaq: SMTC) ha anunciado una mejora en su cartera de enrutadores AirLink al agregar soporte para el espectro privado de 900 MHz de Anterix. El robusto enrutador AirLink XR60 5G ahora integra la banda LTE privada Band 106, diseñada para los sectores de energía y servicios públicos.
El enrutador es compatible tanto con redes comerciales como con bandas LTE/5G privadas independientes a nivel global, operando en el espectro de Anterix bajo 3GPP Release 18. El XR60 incluye un paquete de servicio de cinco años con soporte técnico, garantía de hardware y capacidades de gestión remota a través del AirLink Management Service (ALMS).
Se espera que las unidades de prueba del AirLink XR60 con soporte de Anterix estén disponibles a mediados de 2025, con un lanzamiento comercial planeado para el otoño de 2025. La colaboración tiene como objetivo mejorar la estabilidad de la red y la continuidad operativa para los servicios públicos.
Semtech (Nasdaq: SMTC)는 Anterix의 900 MHz 개인 스펙트럼 지원을 추가하여 AirLink 라우터 포트폴리오를 향상시켰다고 발표했습니다. 초강력 AirLink XR60 5G 라우터는 에너지 및 유틸리티 부문을 위해 설계된 Band 106 개인 LTE 대역을 통합하고 있습니다.
이 라우터는 상업 네트워크와 글로벌 개인 LTE/5G 독립 대역을 모두 지원하며, Anterix의 스펙트럼에서 3GPP Release 18에 따라 작동합니다. XR60은 기술 지원, 하드웨어 보증 및 AirLink Management Service (ALMS)를 통한 원격 관리 기능이 포함된 5년 서비스 패키지를 제공합니다.
Anterix 지원이 포함된 AirLink XR60의 시험 유닛은 2025년 중반에 제공될 예정이며, 상업적 출시는 2025년 가을로 계획되어 있습니다. 이번 협력은 유틸리티의 그리드 안정성과 운영 연속성을 향상시키는 것을 목표로 하고 있습니다.
Semtech (Nasdaq: SMTC) a annoncé une amélioration de son portefeuille de routeurs AirLink en ajoutant le support du spectre privé de 900 MHz d'Anterix. Le routeur AirLink XR60 5G ultra-robuste intègre désormais la bande LTE privée Band 106, conçue pour les secteurs de l'énergie et des services publics.
Le routeur prend en charge à la fois les réseaux commerciaux et les bandes LTE/5G privées autonomes à l'échelle mondiale, fonctionnant sur le spectre d'Anterix selon la norme 3GPP Release 18. L'XR60 comprend un forfait de service de cinq ans avec support technique, garantie matérielle et capacités de gestion à distance via le AirLink Management Service (ALMS).
Les unités d'essai de l'AirLink XR60 avec support Anterix devraient être disponibles à mi-2025, avec un lancement commercial prévu pour l'automne 2025. La collaboration vise à améliorer la stabilité du réseau et la continuité des opérations pour les services publics.
Semtech (Nasdaq: SMTC) hat eine Verbesserung seines AirLink-Router-Portfolios angekündigt, indem Unterstützung für das 900 MHz private Spektrum von Anterix hinzugefügt wurde. Der ultra-robuste AirLink XR60 5G-Router integriert nun das private LTE-Band Band 106, das für die Energie- und Versorgungssektoren konzipiert wurde.
Der Router unterstützt sowohl kommerzielle Netzwerke als auch globale private LTE/5G-Standalone-Bänder und arbeitet im Spektrum von Anterix gemäß 3GPP Release 18. Der XR60 enthält ein fünfjähriges Servicepaket mit technischem Support, Hardwaregarantie und Fernverwaltungsfunktionen über den AirLink Management Service (ALMS).
Testeinheiten des AirLink XR60 mit Anterix-Unterstützung werden voraussichtlich mitte 2025 verfügbar sein, mit einer kommerziellen Veröffentlichung, die für den Herbst 2025 geplant ist. Die Zusammenarbeit zielt darauf ab, die Stabilität des Stromnetzes und die betriebliche Kontinuität für Versorgungsunternehmen zu verbessern.
- Strategic expansion into utility sector with enhanced 900 MHz private spectrum support
- Five-year service package offering comprehensive support and management capabilities
- Partnership with Anterix, the largest holder of licensed spectrum in the 900 MHz band
- Product revenue impact delayed until mid-2025 with trial units
- Commercial availability not until fall 2025
Insights
Semtech's integration of Anterix's 900 MHz spectrum (Band 106) into their AirLink XR60 5G router represents a strategic expansion in the growing utility private network market. This enhancement positions Semtech to capitalize on the utility sector's increasing investment in private wireless infrastructure, addressing critical requirements for grid modernization.
The timing is particularly advantageous as utilities face mounting pressure to improve grid resilience against climate events, physical/cyber threats, and increasing renewable integration challenges. 900 MHz private LTE delivers the reliability and control utilities demand while extending connectivity to the grid edge – a critical capability as distribution networks grow more complex.
This development strengthens Semtech's competitive positioning against other infrastructure providers in the utility space by offering an end-to-end solution with guaranteed five-year service packages. The partnership with Anterix – holder of nationwide 900 MHz spectrum licenses – gives Semtech privileged access to a resource increasingly sought by utilities.
While immediate revenue impact will be minimal with commercial availability still months away (fall 2025), this represents sound strategic positioning in a sector with long sales cycles but stable, long-term contracts. The utility telecommunications infrastructure market is characterized by methodical adoption cycles but delivers exceptional customer retention once deployed.
AirLink® XR60 5G Router Now Supports Anterix’s 900 MHz Private Spectrum for Mission-Critical Energy Networks
Semtech Expands Anterix-Compatible Solutions for Utility Infrastructure
The ultra-rugged AirLink XR60 5G router delivers versatile, high-performance connectivity, tailored to the demanding needs of utility networks. Supporting both commercial networks and global private LTE and 5G standalone (SA) bands, it now operates on Anterix’s spectrum, standardized under 3GPP Release 18 as band 106. This advancement positions the XR60 as a pivotal tool in driving the adoption of private networks within the utility sector.
900MHz private LTE is emerging as the benchmark for utility broadband wireless standards, offering critical capabilities such as enhanced visibility, control, quality of service, reliability, and resilience extending all the way to the grid edge. By incorporating this new capability, the XR60 enables utilities to build resilient, future-ready communication networks that enhance grid stability, operational continuity and support long-term infrastructure goals. Its five-year service package includes technical support, hardware warranty and remote management capabilities with AirLink Management Service (ALMS), enabling utilities to optimize, secure and effortlessly scale their router deployments.
“The integration of Anterix support into our AirLink XR60 5G router is transformative for utility operators,” said Kinana Hussain, vice president of networking solutions at Semtech. “This advancement not only enables seamless adoption of private networks but also empowers utilities to future-proof their infrastructure while enhancing the resiliency, efficiency and security critical to their operations.”
“Anterix is thrilled to build on our collaboration with Semtech, a member of the 125+ solutions providers within the Anterix Active Ecosystem. Semtech’s efforts help to expand the reach of our 900MHz private broadband spectrum technology for utilities,” said Steve Ryan, vice president, ecosystem and partnerships at Anterix. “With this collaboration, utilities gain access to game-changing solutions purpose-built for secure and resilient operations in today’s dynamic energy landscape.”
Meet Semtech’s Connectivity Experts at DistribuTECH 2025
Semtech’s advanced cellular router solutions, cellular modules, and LoRa® technology will be on display at DistribuTECH from March 24-27, 2025, at booth #4532.
Trial units of the AirLink XR60 with Anterix support are expected to be available in mid-2025, with commercial availability expected in the fall. Contact Semtech directly to arrange a trial or visit our website for more information.
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