Description
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XetaWave XETA9-11IPDFC 900 MHz Industrial Ethernet Radio
The XetaWave XETA9-11IPDFC is a compact, high-performance industrial wireless Ethernet radio engineered for SCADA, telemetry, remote monitoring and industrial automation applications operating within the licence-free 902-928 MHz ISM band. Built on XetaWave’s advanced software-defined radio architecture, it delivers secure, reliable and cost-effective wireless communications for critical infrastructure and industrial control systems.
Designed for organisations seeking a flexible and scalable wireless networking solution, the XETA9-11IPDFC combines robust RF performance with an open Debian Linux platform, allowing seamless integration with modern industrial networks, legacy equipment and custom edge applications.
Its compact poly enclosure makes it well suited for installations where space is limited while still providing the reliability and performance required for demanding field deployments.
Key Features
- Licence-free 902-928 MHz ISM operation
- Software-defined radio architecture
- 1 x 10/100 Ethernet port
- 1 x RS-232 / RS-422 / RS-485 serial port
- USB connectivity
- Debian Linux operating system
- ARM Cortex-A8 processor
- AES 128-bit and 256-bit encryption
- Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS)
- Point-to-point, point-to-multipoint and mesh networking
- Advanced roaming and multipoint network support
- Compact poly enclosure
- Designed and manufactured in the USA
- Ideal for industrial telemetry and SCADA communications
Flexible Connectivity for Modern Industrial Systems
The XETA9-11IPDFC provides a practical migration path from legacy serial-based systems to modern IP-enabled industrial networks. The combination of Ethernet and serial connectivity enables easy integration with PLCs, RTUs, sensors, gateways and monitoring systems across a wide range of industries.
Its open Debian Linux environment supports protocol conversion, custom applications, remote management and edge computing, providing organisations with a future-ready communications platform capable of adapting as operational requirements evolve.
Ideal Applications
- SCADA Networks
- Water and Wastewater Monitoring
- Industrial Telemetry Systems
- Utility Communications Infrastructure
- Agriculture and Irrigation Automation
- Mining Communications Networks
- Oil and Gas Monitoring
- Renewable Energy Monitoring
- Environmental Monitoring Systems
- Industrial IoT Deployments
- Remote Asset Monitoring
Built for Reliable Wireless Communications
The XETA9-11IPDFC is designed for industrial operators requiring dependable long-range wireless communications without the ongoing costs associated with licensed spectrum. With advanced network management capabilities, strong security features and flexible deployment options, it provides an ideal solution for connecting remote assets, monitoring field equipment and expanding industrial communication networks.
Whether deployed in water utilities, mining operations, agricultural monitoring systems or industrial automation projects, the XETA9-11IPDFC delivers the performance, reliability and flexibility required for modern industrial wireless infrastructure.

