OS
Debian Linux
01Construction Equipment Telemetry
Heavy machinery monitoring, usage tracking, and fleet management
owa4x Platform · Debian Linux
owa4x series Edge Gateway for Industrial Telemetry & Vehicle Connectivity
Built on the proven owa4X/owa450 platforms, the owa4x is a mid-range edge gateway with Debian Linux and Melqart software integration for demanding applications.
Hardware variants
Two variants for defined deployment needs
Select the owa4x variant that matches your environmental and application requirements.
owa4x IP67 (Rugged)
IP67-rated gateway for harsh outdoor environments and industrial applications
- IP67 enclosure (full dust and water protection)
- LTE Cat 4 (150 Mbps DL / 50 Mbps UL)
- 9-axis sensor (accelerometer/gyroscope/magnetometer)
- Dead reckoning support (optional)
- Audio CODEC for microphone and speaker
- Dimensions: 149 x 135 x 58 mm, 385g
- Ideal for: Outdoor installations, harsh industrial environments, mobile machinery
owa4x IP40 (Compact)
IP40-rated compact gateway for vehicle and indoor installations
- IP40 enclosure (dust protection)
- LTE Cat 1 (10.2 Mbps DL / 5.2 Mbps UL)
- Up to 2x RS485 interfaces
- 3-axis accelerometer (optional 9-axis sensor)
- Ethernet RJ45 or M12 connector option
- Dimensions: 150 x 94 x 32 mm, 254g
- Ideal for: Vehicle telemetry, compact installations, indoor monitoring
Common to Both Variants
- ARM Cortex A8 @ 800MHz processor
- Debian Linux with standard repositories
- Up to 4x CAN bus (2x CAN 2.0B @ 1Mbps, 2x CAN FD @ 8Mbps)
- Up to 2x K-line interfaces
- 72-channel GNSS (GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO/BeiDou/QZSS)
- WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (internal antenna)
- Bluetooth 4.2 (internal antenna)
- 10 configurable digital I/O, 4 analog inputs
- TPM 2.0 hardware security
- MicroSD card support
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06Key Capabilities
Edge Computing Platform
Full Debian Linux with application development support
- ARM Cortex A8 @ 800MHz processor
- 512MB DDR3 RAM (upgradeable to 1GB)
- 1GB NAND Flash (upgradeable to 2GB)
- Access to Debian standard repositories
- Support for C/C++, Python, Java, Lua applications
- MicroSD card for additional storage
Rich Industrial Connectivity
Connect to machine protocols and sensor networks
- Up to 4x CAN bus (2x CAN 2.0B, 2x CAN FD @ 8Mbps)
- Up to 2x K-line interfaces
- Up to 2x RS485 ports (owa4x IP40)
- 3x RS232 ports (configurable)
- Ethernet 10/100 Mbps (RJ45 or M12 on owa4x IP40)
- 10 configurable digital I/O with counter capability
- 4 analog inputs (0-5.12V or 0-30.72V, 12-bit)
Precision Location & Motion
Accurate positioning and movement tracking
- 72-channel GNSS receiver (GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO/BeiDou/QZSS)
- 10Hz update rate, 2m CEP accuracy
- SBAS augmentation (WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN)
- 9-axis sensor with dead reckoning (owa4x IP67)
- 3-axis accelerometer (owa4x IP40, optional 9-axis)
Rugged & Reliable Design
Designed for 24/7 operation in demanding environments
- IP67 protection (owa4x IP67) for harsh outdoor use
- IP40 protection (owa450) for vehicle and indoor use
- Wide temperature range (-40°C to +65°C / +75°C)
- Low power consumption (47mA @ 24V typical)
- TPM 2.0 hardware security module
Software & Integration
Debian Linux
Full Debian distribution with access to standard repositories. SSH access, package management, and complete application development environment.
owadm Integration
Pre-configured for the Melqart owadm device management platform, including remote configuration, OTA updates, and fleet provisioning.
Custom Backend
MQTT, HTTPS, and REST APIs for integration with your own cloud platform or edge infrastructure. Support for custom protocols via SDK.
Authorized VAR work, not a private label
Why involve Melqart on Owasys hardware?
owa4x is Owasys OEM hardware. Melqart supplies, configures, and integrates it for mixed fleets and harsh environments, without rebranding the manufacturer platform.
Validated gateway bring-up
CAN/J1939, cellular, and edge logic aligned to your Owasys SKU and validation gates.
owadm Platform
Device management, fleet provisioning, OTA updates, and remote diagnostics.
alloy-it Ecosystem
Development toolchain, cross-compiler, VSCode integration, SDK, and CI/CD templates.
Integration Services
Custom firmware, cloud integration, and white-label branding for OEM partners.
Compatible Accessories
LTE/GNSS Combo Antenna (Adhesive Mount)
Compact adhesive-mount antenna for owa3x and owa4x deployments.
ANT-000-3012
35-PIN Harness (5 Cables)
Power harness with 5 pre-wired cables for structured installation.
CAS-000-513505
13,400 mAh Internal Battery (owa4x)
High-capacity backup battery for extended runtime during power loss.
MES-100-9002
owa4x series gateways
— 01Who manufactures the owa4x hardware?
owa4x is built on Owasys owa4X and owa450 platforms, proven European industrial gateways. Owasys handles hardware production and certifications (CE, FCC). Melqart provides the software ecosystem, integration, and ongoing support.
— 02What's the difference between owa4x IP67 and owa4x IP40?
owa4x IP67 is IP67-rated for harsh outdoor environments with LTE Cat 4, 9-axis sensor, and audio CODEC. owa4x IP40 is an IP40-rated compact gateway with LTE Cat 1, up to 2x RS485, and an optional M12 Ethernet connector for vehicle and compact installations.
— 03Is owa4x a quad-core processor?
No. owa4x uses a single-core ARM Cortex A8 @ 800MHz processor. Both owa4x IP67 and owa4x IP40 variants share the same processor architecture.
— 04What operating system does owa4x run?
owa4x runs Debian Linux distribution, not Yocto. This provides access to Debian standard repositories and supports C/C++, Python, Java, and Lua applications. You own 100% of your application code.
— 05How many CAN interfaces are available?
Both variants support up to 4 CAN interfaces: 2x CAN 2.0B @ 1Mbps and 2x CAN FD @ 8Mbps. This provides flexibility for complex vehicle networks and industrial protocols.
— 06Which variant should I choose, IP67 or IP40?
Choose owa4x IP67 for outdoor installations, harsh industrial environments, or applications requiring full dust and water protection. Choose owa4x IP40 for vehicle telemetry, compact indoor installations, or when you need additional RS485 interfaces.
— 07What's the difference from owa3x?
owa4x offers more processing power (Cortex A8 vs A7), more CAN interfaces (up to 4 vs 2), Debian Linux (vs Yocto), and higher cellular speeds (LTE Cat 4 vs Cat 1 bis). owa3x is more compact and lower power for simpler applications.
— 08Does owa4x support dead reckoning?
Dead reckoning is available on the owa4x IP67 variant with the optional 9-axis sensor. This provides position tracking when GNSS signals are temporarily unavailable.
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