Mikrotik KNOT Gateway for IoT
Versatile and low-cost IoT gateway for all types of installations.
The latest addition to the MikroTik IoT product family, KNOT is a truly universal device with exceptional connectivity options and protocol support. It is an IoT gateway using narrowband and CAT-M technology. Due to the low-cost, low-bandwidth mobile connection, it is compatible with countless mobile operators worldwide.
KNOT can monitor embedded GPIOs, convert Modbus protocol to TCP and even forward Bluetooth packets to the TCP/IP network via HTTPS and MQTT.
You can use KNOT as a TCP bridge from wired Modbus sensors to send readings to a Modbus server. Yes, KNOT provides wireless connectivity to wired sensors, such as electricity meters and relays.
It could be used as a backup connection for Ethernet or as a management channel for your network. The NB / CAT-M monthly plan is much more economical than LTE. Why spend extra money on bandwidth you don't need? For example, you can manage a KNOT vending machine with temperature and liquid sensors with just a few megabytes per day.
KNOT features a variety of connectivity options and support for various protocols.
2.4 GHz wireless, Bluetooth, 2 x 100 Mbps Ethernet ports with PoE-in and PoE-out, Micro-USB - maximum convenience at the lowest cost!
With the Bluetooth interface, you can use KNOT for asset tracking and telemetry based on Bluetooth ad packets. KNOT supports any BLE tag that sends advertising data. iBeacon, Eddystone or any other format.
It has powerful filters to forward only relevant packets and ignore others.
KNOT is also a great tool for most IoT applications in outdoor cabinets. It comes with a DIN rail mount that allows easy integration with all kinds of configurations: from agriculture and asset tracking to cold chain monitoring, industrial manufacturing, etc.
Bring low-cost, flexible connectivity to the most remote or difficult areas with MikroTik KNOT!
