The Barra Edge GPS is a high-precision, compact, battery-powered, weatherproof cellular GPS tracker for wire-free installation. Securing the device to your assets is easy. Portability is the key factor due to the size and flexibility of moving from one asset to another. The Keep Track Barra Edge GPS is a low-cost battery-powered indoor and outdoor asset tracker for LTE-M/NB-IoT networks.
The Barra Edge battery-powered GPS is easily concealable, with multiple installation options for covertly securing the device to assets with magnets, screws, bolts, cable ties, etc.
Long Battery life
Once daily location updates: 8+ years
Movement-based location updates: years
Hourly location updates: years
1 X Daily Location Update | 1 X Hourly Location Updates | Movement-Based Location Updates |
10 + Years | 3 +Years | 5 + Years |
*Several factors, including temperature, installation location and orientation of the device, the frequency of location updates, network coverage, sensor integrations, peripherals accelerometer settings influence battery life estimates,
Cellular Module | Nordic nRF9160 Modem operates on all major global LTE-M and NB-IoT bands Supported LTE bands: LTE-M (Cat-M1): B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B66 NB-IoT (Cat-NB1/NB2): B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B8, B12, B13, B17, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B66 |
SIM Size & Access | Internal Nano 4FF SIM |
Chipset | Cloud-Based Solver |
Environment | Indoor/Outdoor |
GNSS Scanning | Concurrent GPS/BeiDou |
Wi-Fi Location Scanning | Indoor asset location using Wi-Fi access point scanning |
Cell Tower Location | Cell tower fallback for positioning when there is no GNSS or Wi-Fi signal |
Cloud-Based Solver | Asset location is calculated in Digital Matter’s Location Engine |
*Location Accuracy | ~5m-80m with GNSS scanning in open areas ~10m-100m with Wi-Fi in urban areas ~250m-1km Cell Tower Geolocation - dependent on the number of nearby towers Results vary depending on real world conditions |
Low Noise Amplifier | GPS signals are filtered and boosted by a SAW filter and low-noise amplifier (LNA), allowing operation where other units fail |
GNSS Assistance | GNSS almanac data for greater sensitivity and position accuracy |
*Results vary based on real world conditions. Device configuration, installation, environmental conditions, augmentation services, and many other factors may lead to variations in positioning accuracy.
Input Voltage | 2.2 - 3.6V |
Sleep Current | <10uA* *Average current in lowest power configuration |
User-Replaceable Batteries | 2 x AA. Batteries are not included. |
Supported Battery Types | Alkaline Lithium (LiFeS2) – recommended for best performance *Please dispose of Lithium batteries in a safe and responsible manner |
*Battery Life Estimates | Once Daily location updates – 10 years **Movement-Based location updates – 5 years Hourly location updates – 3 years |
* Battery life estimates are influenced by several factors, including temperature, installation and orientation of the device, the frequency of location updates, network coverage, sensor integrations, peripherals, and accelerometer settings.
** Movement-based estimates are based on 2 hours of movement, occurring 5 days a week, with default tracking parameters (location updates every 3 minutes and uploads every 30 minutes). Devices can be configured to provide more frequent location updates when the asset is in motion.
Dimensions | 149 x 51 x 21 mm |
IP/IK Rating | Ultra-rugged and waterproof IP68 and IK07-rated housing ensures the Barra can withstand impact, fine dust, and brief submersion. |
Installation | Compact and concealable. Multiple installation options for covertly and easily securing the device to assets with screws, bolts, cable ties, rivets, and more. |
Magnetic Switch | Magnetic switch enables quick activation and tamper detection |
Operating Temperature | -30°C to +60°C |
Cellular Antenna | Internal |
GPS Antenna | Internal |
Wi-Fi Antenna | Internal |
3-Axis Accelerometer | 3-Axis accelerometer to detect Movement and High-G events |
Diagnostic LED | Diagnostic LED indicates the operation status |
Flash Memory | Internal flash memory stores approximately 1400 records if the device is out of cellular coverage. |
Speed and Heading | Scanning technology used on the Barra Edge does not return speed and heading. |
Onboard Temperature | The device reports internal temperature, which provides an indication of ambient temperature. |
Adaptive Tracking | Configure parameters to send updates based on set time intervals or when movement occurs. Adaptive tracking technology detects when the device is moving and increases the update rate, providing details when you need them while conserving battery energy when stationary. |
Battery Life Monitoring | ‘Battery Low’ and ‘Battery Critical’ alert levels |
Geofence Alerts | The server can use device location to create geofences and alerts if an asset enters or leaves designated locations |
Impact Detection | configure impact-detection alerts when a user-defined threshold exceeds g-forces> |
Magnetic Activation | A magnetic switch can be used to activate the unit – meaning SIM cards and batteries can be pre-installed, simplifying deployment. |
Rotation Counting | Keeps a count of the number of rotations of the device about the Z-axis |
Run Hour Monitoring | Capture run hours based on movement to understand and optimize asset utilisation |
Sleep Mode | Stationary devices enter sleep mode until movement occurs to conserve battery life and optimize data usage |
Tamper Detection | Magnetic switch provides an alert if the device is removed from your asset |
Theft Recovery | Switch to Recovery Mode in the case of theft or loss to activate real-time tracking for asset retrieval |
Tip Detection | Define a range of angles that constitutes a ‘tipped’ state and configure alerts |
Data Security | Military-level AES-256 Encryption from device to Device Manager to protect the integrity and confidentiality of telematics data. Data forwarded to third-party systems is sent via HTTPS for end-to-end security. |
Manufacturer’s Warranty | Two-year manufacturer’s warranty. |