{"product_id":"ensure-short-term-uptime-and-sustainability-for-your-gateway-with-solar-battery-lite","title":"Solar Battery Lite for Gateway | Backup Power Compatible with WisGate Edge Pro \u0026 Other Gateways for LoRaWAN® | RAK9154","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is Solar Battery Lite for Gateway?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolar Battery Lite for Gateway\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e uses the RAK9154 Solar Battery Lite to provide\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esolar-powered backup\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efor LoRaWAN gateways such as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.rakwireless.com\/products\/rak7289-8-16-channel-outdoor-lorawan-gateway?variant=44955515158726\u0026amp;intsource=rak_store\u0026amp;intmedium=organic\u0026amp;intcampaign=gateway_backup_solution_page\u0026amp;intterm=wisgate_edge_pro\u0026amp;intcontent=store_link\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWisGate Edge Pro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e during power interruptions. It captures solar energy, stores it in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e56.16 Wh battery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and delivers a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estable \u003cstrong\u003e12 V output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to sustain gateway performance when grid power is unavailable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith an\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eenergy efficiency of 90%\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it can support a gateway for about \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0.4 days (around 10.5 hours)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e under moderate use, covering short outages or fluctuations. Built for outdoor environments, it withstands weather changes while ensuring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003econtinuous \u003cstrong\u003enetwork uptime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and users can \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003etrack its energy levels through gateway management platforms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to prevent unexpected downtime.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolar Battery Lite status and state can be monitored via the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rakwireless.com\/en-us\/products\/wisgate-os2?utm_source=rak_store\u0026amp;utm_medium=organic\u0026amp;utm_campaign=gateway_backup_solution_page\u0026amp;utm_term=wisgateos2\u0026amp;utm_content=product_page_link\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWisGateOS 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e WebUI and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rakwireless.com\/en-us\/products\/wisdm?utm_source=rak_store\u0026amp;utm_medium=organic\u0026amp;utm_campaign=gateway_backup_solution_page\u0026amp;utm_term=wisdm_remote_gateway_management_platform\u0026amp;utm_content=product_page_link\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWisDM remote gateway management platform\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rakwireless.com\/en-us\/products\/wisdm?utm_source=rak_store\u0026amp;utm_medium=organic\u0026amp;utm_campaign=gateway_backup_solution_page\u0026amp;utm_term=wisdm_remote_gateway_management_platform\u0026amp;utm_content=product_page_link\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .image-row {\n    display: flex;\n    justify-content: center;\n    align-items: flex-start;\n    flex-wrap: wrap;\n    gap: 20px;\n    max-width: 1000px; \/* Limit total width on large screens *\/\n    margin: 0 auto; \/* Center the row *\/\n  }\n  .image-row img {\n    width: 48%;\n    height: auto;\n    max-width: 480px; \/* Prevent individual image from getting too large *\/\n    border-radius: 8px; \/* Optional – makes corners smoother *\/\n  }\n\n  @media (max-width: 768px) {\n    .image-row img {\n      width: 100%;\n      max-width: 100%;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/2333\/7383\/files\/battery-lite-wisgateos.webp?v=1760585996\" alt=\"Battery Lite WisGateOS\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/2333\/7383\/files\/battery-lite-wisdm.webp?v=1760585996\" alt=\"Battery Lite WisDM\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy You Need Solar Battery Lite for Gateway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStable connectivity is essential for gateways that support sensor networks and edge computing workloads, even during brief power outages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy it's useful:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUninterrupted operation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eKeeps gateways active during short-term grid outages.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperational continuity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevents data loss from network interruptions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor readiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eDesigned to endure variable weather conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eAllows remote battery monitoring to reduce site visits.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features of Solar Battery Lite for Gateway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStable output:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e2x outputs with 9~13.2 V DC\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eBuilt for outdoor deployment, this solar battery provides reliable power even in remote or challenging environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort-term Uptime:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eSpecifically designed for scenarios where short power fluctuations are present, ensuring uninterrupted performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Cases of Solar Battery Lite for Gateway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintaining power availability during outages helps safeguard network reliability and performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Case #1: Edge Gateway at a Remote Station\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring unexpected grid drops at a monitoring site,\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolar Battery Lite for Gateway keeps the gateway running\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing continuous data relay \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003euntil power is restored without manual intervention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Case #2: Urban Gateway Cluster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn a city network, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eshort brownouts often disrupt gateway links\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. With Solar Battery Lite for Gateway connected, gateways \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emaintain uptime long enough to bridge these power fluctuations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and avoid service interruptions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 pc Solar Battery Lite RAK9154\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 pc Mounting Kit for Solar Battery Lite RAK9154\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 pc Solar Panel (10W)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 pc Solar Battery Lite RAK9154 Connection Cable to Gateway (Based on the selected Gateway model）\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e2 pc steel strips (φ65-89mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Get Started with Solar Battery Lite for Gateway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.rakwireless.com\/product-categories\/accessories\/rak9154\/overview\/?utm_source=rak_store\u0026amp;utm_medium=organic\u0026amp;utm_campaign=gateway_backup_solution_page\u0026amp;utm_term=overview_of_rak9154_solar_battery\u0026amp;utm_content=documentation_link\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOverview of RAK9154 Solar Battery Lite\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.rakwireless.com\/product-categories\/accessories\/rak9154\/overview\/?utm_source=rak_store\u0026amp;utm_medium=organic\u0026amp;utm_campaign=gateway_backup_solution_page\u0026amp;utm_term=overview_of_rak9154_solar_battery\u0026amp;utm_content=documentation_link\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.rakwireless.com\/product-categories\/accessories\/rak9154\/datasheet\/\" class=\"theme markdown__link\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDatasheet of RAK9154 Solar Battery Lite\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.rakwireless.com\/product-categories\/accessories\/rak9154\/installation-guide\/\" class=\"theme markdown__link\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInstallation Guide of RAK9154 Solar Battery Lite\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow does Solar Battery Lite for Gateway keep gateways running during outages?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt stores energy from its solar panel and releases it as stable power when the grid goes down. The system uses a charge controller to manage energy flow, preventing voltage drops that could cause gateway reboots. This ensures network continuity during short power interruptions without requiring user intervention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan it support multiple gateways at once?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is designed to back up a single gateway or similar device. Supporting more than one device can exceed its power budget, causing rapid battery depletion and risking shutdown during outages. If multiple gateways must stay online, each should have its own backup unit or a higher-capacity shared power system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat affects its ability to recharge efficiently?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharging efficiency depends on solar irradiance, panel orientation, and battery temperature. Proper tilt and unobstructed sunlight increase energy collection. Excess heat can reduce charge acceptance, while cold temperatures can slow charge rates. Consistent exposure to midday sunlight yields the most reliable recharge cycle for daily use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow is its status monitored during operation?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen connected to a gateway, users can view battery status and charging progress through the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rakwireless.com\/en-us\/products\/wisgate-os2?utm_source=rak_store\u0026amp;utm_medium=organic\u0026amp;utm_campaign=gateway_backup_solution_page\u0026amp;utm_term=wisgateos2\u0026amp;utm_content=product_page_link\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWisGateOS 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e interface or the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rakwireless.com\/en-us\/products\/wisdm?utm_source=rak_store\u0026amp;utm_medium=organic\u0026amp;utm_campaign=gateway_backup_solution_page\u0026amp;utm_term=wisdm\u0026amp;utm_content=product_page_link\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWisDM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e platform. These tools provide state-of-charge data, power source information, and alerts, allowing administrators to schedule maintenance before the battery reserve runs out during extended outages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow should it be installed for best performance?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMount the panel in a location with full sun exposure, ideally with minimal shading throughout the day. Secure the battery enclosure to a stable surface to avoid vibration. Proper cabling and weather sealing reduce connection losses and protect the system from environmental damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat happens if the battery is fully depleted?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf fully discharged, the system will automatically stop powering the gateway until enough solar energy has been collected to restart. Gateways will reboot once power resumes. This design protects the battery from deep-discharge damage but can result in temporary service interruptions until charging recovers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"rak-staging","offers":[{"title":"Applicable WisGate Edge Pro (RAK7289 Series)","offer_id":46855974518951,"sku":"910280","price":229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Applicable WisGate Soho Pro (RAK7267) and WisGate Edge Prime V2 (RAK7240)–DC \u0026 Battery Plus","offer_id":46855974551719,"sku":"910281","price":229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/2333\/7383\/files\/solar-battery-lite-for-gateway.webp?v=1760585886","url":"https:\/\/rak-staging.myshopify.com\/products\/ensure-short-term-uptime-and-sustainability-for-your-gateway-with-solar-battery-lite","provider":"rak-staging","version":"1.0","type":"link"}