The different terminal classes explained

Choosing the right class BGAN features a range of products, from basic single-user terminals for the basic user, over more sophisticated terminals with more bandwidth and better performance to terminals suited for professional applications. Thrane offer devices in the different classes that match to your needs. Since we carry a full range of products in our BGAN portfolio we offer a serious presales service and offer you a total cost of ownership analysis, based on your specific needs.

Class 1

Class 1 - for professional applications Class 1 BGAN terminals are best suited for professional applications, used under extremely dusty, rainy, cold or hot conditions. This is truly ruggedized equipment for the specialists. Class 1 equipment features full BGAN bandwidth of 492 kbps uplink / 492 kbps downlink and streaming possibilities of up to 256 kbps guaranteed bandwidth.

Class 2

Class 2 - the multi-user terminal Class 2 BGAN terminals are best suited for professional and semi-professional users. The equipment is light and user-friendly, yet rugged and capable of out-door use under most conditions. Bandwidth is 464 kbps uplink / 448 kbps downlink and streaming possibilities up to 128 kbps guaranteed bandwidth. Class 2 equipment has more inter-connection features than class 3 and can be shared by several multiple users.

Class 3

Class 3 - the single-user terminal Class 3 BGAN terminals are best suited for light users. The products have less features and a smaller number of accessories available. Focus is on cost-efficiency and the equipment is not water-proof. Bandwidth is 384 kbps uplink / 240 kbps downlink and streaming possibilities up to 64 kbps guaranteed bandwidth. Class 3 equipment is only available for single users.