Description
When your operations can’t afford downtime, the Peplink MAX BR1 Mini LTEA steps up with tough, affordable 4G LTE connectivity that just works—anywhere. This compact industrial router gives IT teams, small businesses, and enterprises reliable backup or primary internet for vehicles, remote kiosks, IoT sensors, and pop-up sites. With CAT-7 speeds, built-in Wi-Fi 5, dual SIM failover, and GPS tracking, it keeps your data flowing without the high cost or complexity of bigger routers.
The Telecom Spot Expert Take
IT managers love the MAX BR1 Mini LTEA because it solves real pain points: expensive downtime, tricky remote management, and fragile consumer-grade gear that fails in heat, vibration, or dusty environments. The CAT-7 modem locks onto North American carriers (AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, FirstNet, US Cellular) with excellent building penetration, while PrimeCare unlocks Hot Failover and SpeedFusion for zero-interruption video calls and cloud apps. At this price point, it’s the smartest way to deploy dozens or hundreds of sites without breaking the budget. We see the biggest wins in fleet vehicles, retail kiosks, and temporary job sites where quick setup and rock-solid uptime directly boost revenue and cut support tickets.
Key Features
- CAT-7 LTE Modem – Blazing 300 Mbps downlink keeps video, VoIP, and cloud apps running smoothly even in low-signal areas.
- Redundant SIM Slots + Auto Failover – Switch carriers instantly so you never lose connectivity—ideal for mobile or multi-carrier deployments.
- Wi-Fi 5 Dual-Band – Serve up to 60 users with strong 2.4/5 GHz coverage; perfect as a primary AP or backup WAN.
- Built-in GPS & Fleet Tracking – Real-time location mapping inside InControl 2—no extra hardware needed for vehicles or assets.
- Rugged Industrial Design – Survives -40°F to 149°F, vibration, shock, and rail certification so it thrives in trucks, warehouses, or outdoor kiosks.
- InControl 2 Cloud Management – Push configs, view reports, and remotely troubleshoot from anywhere; InTouch even lets you reach third-party devices on the same network.
- PrimeCare Ready – One subscription unlocks Hot Failover, SpeedFusion bonding/smoothing, extra VPN peers, and extended support—future-proof your deployment.
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Flexible Power & Mounting – 10-30V DC, PoE input, ignition sensing, and DIN-rail options make installation fast in any environment.
Technical Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Embedded Modem | 1x CAT-7 LTE-A (North America) |
| LTE Bands | B2, B4, B5, B7, B12, B13, B14, B25, B26, B41, B42, B43, B48, B66, B71 |
| 3G Bands | HSPA+: B2, B4, B5 |
| Ethernet Ports | 1x GE WAN/LAN configurable (total 3x 10/100/1000M Ethernet) |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) dual-band 2.4/5 GHz, 2x2 MIMO, Wi-Fi WAN/AP |
| Antenna Connectors | 2x SMA Cellular, 2x RP-SMA Wi-Fi, 1x SMA GPS |
| Router Throughput | 300 Mbps |
| SpeedFusion VPN | Up to 80 Mbps (no encryption) / 60 Mbps (AES); 2–5 peers (PrimeCare unlocks more) |
| GPS | Integrated for fleet tracking & location mapping |
| Power | 10–30V DC, PoE 802.3at, 13W nominal / 18W max; GPIO & ignition sensing |
| Dimensions & Weight | 5.0 × 4.2 × 1.4 in (125.7 × 107 × 35 mm) / 0.95 lb (430 g) |
| Operating Temp | -40°F to 149°F (-40°C to 65°C) |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, RoHS, E-Mark, EN 61373 (shock/vibration), EN 50155 (rail), UL 121201 (Class I Div 2) |
| SIM | Dual nano-SIM + eSIM support |
| Warranty | 1-year limited (extendable with PrimeCare) |
| Package Includes | Router, 2x LTE antennas, 2x Wi-Fi antennas, 1x GPS antenna, 12V power supply |




