As LoRaWAN® continues to evolve into the backbone of outdoor industrial and smart city infrastructure, the need for reliable, scalable, and rugged gateways has never been greater. Enter the Digi HX20, a carrier-grade, IP67-rated LoRaWAN® gateway built for large-scale, harsh-environment installations. Designed to handle up to 1.5 million messages per day, it’s ideal for everything from municipal sensor networks to industrial IoT deployments.
When paired with AG Antenna’s precision-engineered outdoor antenna solutions, the HX20 becomes a turnkey platform for high-reliability, long-range RF performance.
The Digi HX20: Engineered for the Outdoors
The Digi HX20 is built for one purpose: to operate 24/7 in the most demanding outdoor conditions while supporting dense LoRaWAN® sensor environments.
Key highlights include:
- 8x receive channels + 1x transmit channel
- +27 dBm TX power, -138 dBm RX sensitivity
- Modular frequency support: EU868 and US915 versions available
- Capacity for up to 1.5 million uplinks per day
- IP67-rated enclosure designed for outdoor pole or wall mounting
Whether installed in smart cities, on utility poles, or at remote industrial sites, the HX20 is built to withstand the elements while maintaining consistent network availability.
Backhaul Options: Ethernet or Cellular Flexibility
The HX20 supports both wired and wireless backhaul, offering flexibility for both grid-connected and off-grid deployments.
- Gigabit Ethernet port with PoE (Power over Ethernet) support
- Optional LTE backhaul via integrated Cat 1 or Cat M1/NB-IoT cellular modem
- Nano-SIM slot with included SIM for Digi X-ON connectivity (on LTE models)
- Redundant WAN options for critical data transmission and uptime assurance
This makes the HX20 suitable for permanent urban infrastructure as well as temporary or solar-powered remote locations.
Seamless Provisioning with Digi X-ON
Setting up the HX20 is fast and straightforward thanks to Digi X-ON, Digi’s fully integrated IoT network and device management platform.
- QR-based provisioning via mobile app
- Integrated LoRaWAN® network server and join server
- Real-time diagnostics, RX/TX counters, and device health monitoring
- Multi-tenant control, remote firmware updates, and secure APIs (MQTT, WebSocket)
Whether deploying five gateways or five hundred, Digi X-ON simplifies onboarding and long-term management of LoRaWAN® infrastructure.
Designed for Harsh Environments
The HX20 is housed in a weatherproof, IP67-rated enclosure, ensuring operational integrity in outdoor conditions. The unit ships with:
- Pre-attached outdoor LoRaWAN® antenna
- Pole mounting kit
- Built-in GPS module
- LED status indicators for LoRa, power, and backhaul connections
With an operating temperature range of -25 °C to +55 °C, it’s ready for deployment in extreme cold, heat, and humidity.
LoRaWAN® Use Cases Enabled by the HX20
The HX20 is purpose-built for large-scale and long-range applications such as:
- Smart City Infrastructure
- Air quality monitors, parking sensors, waste bins, public lighting control
- Industrial IoT and Utilities
- Pipeline monitoring, electric grid equipment, tank level sensors
- Agriculture and Environmental Monitoring
- Soil moisture, weather stations, flood detection
- Campus and Municipal Networks
- LoRaWAN® mesh expansion, outdoor asset tracking, emergency alert systems
The HX20 enables these applications through robust RF architecture and centralized management.
How AG Antenna Enhances the HX20’s RF Performance
While the HX20 includes a standard antenna, performance can be significantly improved by upgrading to AG Antenna’s rugged, wideband antenna systems specifically tuned for outdoor LoRaWAN® deployments.
AG Antenna provides:
- Omnidirectional and directional antennas for both US915 and EU868 bands
- High-gain options for extended range and improved SNR
- Low VSWR and high isolation designs to maximize signal efficiency
- Custom coaxial assemblies using AGA-series cable (e.g., AGA240 or AGA400) to minimize loss
- Pole, roof, or wall mounting hardware and surge protection accessories
These enhancements are critical for maximizing the HX20’s potential, especially in environments with RF obstructions or long-range connectivity requirements.
See all antennas for DIGI HX20 LoRaWAN® Gateway
See antenna port guide for the DIGI HX20 LoRaWAN® Gateway
Bringing it All Together
The Digi HX20 is one of the most rugged and scalable LoRaWAN® gateways on the market today. Whether you’re managing a smart city rollout or connecting environmental sensors in remote terrain, the HX20 offers the reliability, performance, and flexibility required for successful outdoor IoT.
But to fully unlock its range and resilience, you need the right antenna system. That’s where AG Antenna comes to delivering tailored RF hardware and expert consultation to match your deployment goals.
Reach out to AG Antenna to optimize your Digi HX20 deployment with professional-grade antenna systems and RF planning support.