Wireless access point for Forcebit sensors
- Generates a local Wi-Fi hotspot for easy connection
- Receives data from all Forcebit sensors in the setup
- Supports up to 6 sensors per gateway
- Synchronization accuracy of 10 µs
- Powered via USB-C charger or power bank (3W)
- Can be used for streaming or local data storage
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What does it do?
The gateway acts as a wireless access point between your sensors and your laptop, serving two core functions:
1. To maintain a low-power wireless connection to our Forcebit sensors ensuring that the respective sensors maintain a high battery autonomy,
2. Setting up a local WiFi network that is easily accessible by your laptop or tablet.
Rather than being tied to a specific sensor or fixed radio frequency channel, the gateway leverages adaptive frequency hopping to dynamically avoid interference and ensure a stable, reliable connection even in congested environments. A single gateway supports simultaneous streaming from up to 6 sensors, and adding a second scales the system to 10. Beyond real-time streaming, it can also store data locally for later retrieval.
Why do you need one?
While common wireless solutions like Bluetooth sensors allow a connection directly to your phone, Forcebit has deliberately decided to work with a gateway to ensure multiple sensors can be streamed simultaneously. Its compact, fanless design and compatibility with a power bank make it easy to install directly on or near the machine — no fixed infrastructure required. Our gateway has the potential to interface with external data acquisition systems using an ethernet connection with the PTP (precision time protocol) for precise time synchronization. It comes with a default IP40 rating, with an optional upgrade to IP52 available on request. The gateway has a 25 GB default storage space and can be upgraded upon request.
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Wireless Connectivity
How many wireless sensors can the FORCEBIT Gateway connect simultaneously?
Up to 6 sensors depending on sampling rate. The system offers 48 kHz aggregated bandwidth. This means a single accelerometer can stream at 16 kHz in 3 directions (3 × 16 = 48), whereas 3 sensors can measure concurrently at 16 kHz in one direction.
Can I use two FORCEBIT Gateways at the same time?
Yes. Two computers can independently use two gateways. A single computer can also connect to two gateways.
Do I need an internet connection for the FORCEBIT wireless measurement system?
No. The gateway creates its own Wi-Fi network, enabling fully offline wireless data acquisition. No online license or internet connection is required.
Can I use an Ethernet connection to connect my laptop to the gateway?
Yes, this is possible. However, Ethernet ports are sometimes restricted or blocked by corporate IT policies. Contact your local IT department to verify whether Ethernet communication is permitted on your network.
Gateway Functionality & Integration
What is the function of the FORCEBIT Gateway?
It manages synchronized wireless data streaming from all FORCEBIT sensors and sends data to your laptop or stores it locally.
Why use a gateway and not connect your sensors directly to your phone or laptop?
The gateway acts as an intermediate buffer to ensure that the wireless protocol remains lightweight and energy efficient. By placing the gateway close to the sensors, data can be transmitted efficiently while maintaining low power consumption. The gateway then makes the data available over a broader range.
Can the FORCEBIT Gateway connect to other data acquisition systems?
We are expanding third-party DAQ support. Contact us with your system requirements.
Data Logging & Storage
Can the FORCEBIT Gateway be used as a standalone data logger?
Yes. It can store data internally without requiring a laptop connection.
How much data can the gateway store internally?
By default, the gateway includes 25 GB of internal storage, which can be extended on request.
Can the gateway operate fully wirelessly in the field?
Yes. Combined with a suitable power bank, the gateway can operate independently in the field without requiring wired network infrastructure or continuous laptop connection.
Power & Industrial Deployment
If I use a power bank to power my gateway, what do you recommend?
Although the gateway only requires an average power consumption of 3 W, it can draw peak currents. We observed that power banks such as those from Anker maintain a stable operating voltage under varying load conditions, making them a recommended option.
Is the gateway suitable for industrial environments?
Yes. The gateway can operate at temperatures up to 75 °C and withstand harsh industrial environments. The default IP rating is IP40, with an optional upgrade to IP52.
Can the gateway be used for portable field measurements?
Yes. The compact design and low power consumption make the gateway suitable for mobile and temporary measurement setups in industrial and field environments.
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