Squid.link 2X

Run your IoT solution at top performance

The Squid.link 2X is a powerful all-in-one gateway that connects IoT devices and enables end-users to monitor and control appliances via your IoT system. The Squid.link 2X is an open Linux platform including multiple wireless protocols for communication with sensors, smart plugs, smart meters, thermostats, and more.

The modular gateway can handle multiple wireless protocols simultaneously and is ready for Matter giving you even more options for wireless integrations with this fully open standard.

The gateway includes processor power to implement even very complex local intelligence. With the Dual Core ARM Cortex CPU, you can run complex applications or multiple applications at the same time. The memory options leave room for data storage and logging.

Key features

Flexible, modular platform
Multiple wireless protocols
Secure platform
Powerful CPU
Programmable Linux Platform
Configurable design, hardware & software
Cloud integrations available

Powerful IoT gateway from Develco Products

Flexible solution

The Squid.link 2X can be equipped with Zigbee 3.0 , Wireless M-Bus,Bluetooth 5.0 Classic, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Z-Wave Plus, and WLAN HAN networks. To communicate with servers and devices like smartphones, the Squid.link 2X has options for WLAN, Ethernet (to local modem) or cellular networks through a cellular module or a dual SIM card slot. The Squid.link 2X is also Matter ready with an over-the-air software update.

Thanks to the modular structure of the gateway, you can choose which protocols to include in your solution and only pay for the selected modules, resulting in an extremely competitive price. With the Squid.link 2X, you are no longer dependent on one vendor of IoT devices but can combine your Home Area Network according to your needs.

The Squid.link 2X gives you the option for several hardware extensions. For an even higher range of your solution, you can include up to two external antennas in the gateway. By adding a micro SD card, you can increase the flash memory of the gateway.

The Squid.link 2X is configured when put into production. Customize the appearance of the gateway according to your needs. You can choose between numerous design options to make the gateway look the way you want.

Secure gateway

The Squid.link 2X comes with several options to maximize the security of the gateway. You can choose to implement hardware-accelerated encryption with a hardware security chip to ensure that your customers’ data are protected. The Squid.link 2X can also include tamper protection through an accelerometer to detect movement of the device.

You are also able to include an Apple MFi chip to certify your solution with Apple. To include this option, the final product must be certified by Apple.

Standard models

In addition to the free customization of features, the Squid.link 2X is available in multiple different off-the-shelf models. Each of these gateways comes equipped with a unique set of pre-selected protocols and features.

Find out which protocols and features are included in each of the gateways and get an overview of the Squid.link 2X standard models.

Technical specifications
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General

Dimensions: 102 x 102 x 28 mm / 4 x 4 x 1,1 inches
CPU: ARM Cortex-A7 1.0 GHz Dual Core
RAM: 512/1024 MB
Flash: 4G
Wall/table mount
External netadapter 9V DC, 2 Amp
Linux
Java / OSGI

WAN options

Ethernet
Cellular LTE
WLAN (b/g/n) shared with HAN
Custom module

HAN options

Zigbee 3.0
Z-Wave Plus
Wireless M-Bus /Sub 1 GHz Radio
Bluetooth Low Energy
Bluetooth 5
WLAN 2.4 GHz
Matter ready
Custom module

Expansions & power supply options

USB port (USB host hidden in compartment under enclosure)
Micro SD slot
SIM card slot (optional)
Two antenna connectors (optional)
Power supply:
- External adapter
Power consumption:
- Typical: 2 W
- Max.: 4 W
- Optional 1-3 hours battery back-up / ~12 hours in low power mode (wake-on-Zigbee)

Security

Hardware security (optional)
Apple MFi (optional)
Accelerometer: 3-axis, 8bit (optional)

Customization

WAN option
HAN option
Top label in custom color and design
LED: Colours and symbols (defined by label)
Button in the middle
Optionally external antenna connectors

Availability

EU + US

Squid.Link 2nd Generation Brochure

1 MB

Squid.Link 2B and 2X installation manual

200 KB

Squid.Link 2B and 2X multilingual installation manual

160 KB

Squid.Link 2B And 2X Gateway Declaration Of Conformity

125 KB

Squid.Link 2X CE RED DSS MGW221

1 MB

Squid.Link 2X FCC DSS 2AHNM MGW221 DTS

374 KB

Squid.Link 2X FCC DSS 2AHNM MGW221 DXX

369 KB

Squid.Link 2X IC DSS 21398 MGW221

4 MB

Mads Høy Mortensen

VP, Head of Global Sales

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