EverTag Station — Preliminary Datasheet¶
Preliminary Document
This is a preliminary datasheet subject to change without notice. Specifications reflect the design intent at the time of writing. Final verified values will be confirmed after first-article testing and certification.
| Document Number | DS-232500 |
| Product Family | EverTag Station (Connectivity Module) |
| Revision | Rev PA (Preliminary A) |
| Date | 2026-02-20 |
| Status | Preliminary — Pre-production |
1. Product Overview¶
The EverTag Station is a wall-powered Wirepas Mesh anchor and IoT gateway platform from CargoBeacon. It provides fixed-infrastructure support for Wirepas-based asset tracking networks, offering BLE 6.0 radio connectivity, NFC-based on-site configuration, and optional WiFi gateway capability.
The product is built around a modular two-board assembly:
- Power Base Module — isolated AC-DC converter, 5 V / 2 A Class 2 output, dual USB-C receptacles (supports ground-prong-up and ground-prong-down installations), pass-through outlet.
- Connectivity Module — the intelligent core: radio, NFC, optional battery backup, optional WiFi gateway.
Intended Applications¶
- Wirepas Mesh anchor / fixed infrastructure node
- WiFi-to-Wirepas gateway (internet uplink for Wirepas network)
- NFC touchpoint for on-site device commissioning and configuration
- Asset tracking infrastructure for warehouses, logistics hubs, and industrial facilities
2. Product Variants¶
| Article | Name | Features |
|---|---|---|
| 232010 | EverTag Station US | Standard anchor, NFC config |
| 232011 | EverTag Station bat US | + LiFePO₄ battery backup |
| 232012 | EverTag Station WIFI GW US | + WiFi gateway |
| 232013 | EverTag Station bat WIFI GW US | + Battery backup + WiFi gateway |
3. Key Features¶
- MCU/Radio: Nordic nRF54L15, ARM Cortex-M33, BLE 6.0 + Wirepas Mesh, 2.4 GHz
- NFC: Dynamic NFC/RFID tag with 2-layer PCB coil antenna — for on-site commissioning
- WiFi Gateway (optional): Espressif ESP32-C5-WROOM-1, dual-band 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
- Battery Backup (optional): LiFePO₄ 3.2 V rechargeable cell
- Status LED: Addressable RGB (system status always present; gateway status LED on WiFi variants)
- Service Button: Recessed tactile switch, accessible via pinhole on enclosure side
- Enclosure: PC+ABS matte white (UL94 V-0), shared across all variants
- Security: TrustZone + PSA Crypto Engine
4. Electrical Characteristics¶
4.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings¶
Do Not Exceed
Exceeding absolute maximum ratings may permanently damage the device.
| Parameter | Min | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Input Voltage (VIN) | — | 6.0 | V |
| Operating Temperature | −20 | +60 | °C |
| Storage Temperature | −40 | +85 | °C |
4.2 Recommended Operating Conditions¶
| Parameter | Min | Typ | Max | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Input Voltage (VIN) | 4.5 | 5.0 | 5.5 | V | From Power Base Module, Class 2 limited |
| Operating Temperature | −20 | +25 | +60 | °C | Non-condensing humidity |
4.3 Power Consumption¶
| Mode | Typical | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wirepas anchor, radio active | TBD mA | Pending first-article validation |
| Deep sleep | TBD µA | Pending first-article validation |
| WiFi gateway active (232012+) | TBD mA | Includes ESP32-C5 active transmit |
TBD Values
Power consumption figures will be confirmed during first-article hardware bring-up.
5. Radio¶
5.1 Wirepas Mesh¶
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Protocol | Wirepas Mesh |
| Frequency Band | 2.400 – 2.483 GHz |
| BLE Version | BLE 6.0 + Channel Sounding |
| TX Power | TBD (per Wirepas spec) |
| Antenna | Internal to radio module |
5.2 WiFi (232012 / 232013 only)¶
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ax (Wi-Fi 6) |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz (dual-band) |
| Security | WPA3 |
| Antenna | Internal to WiFi module |
6. NFC¶
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Application | Device configuration and provisioning |
| Typical Range | > 2 cm |
| NFC Standard | NFC Forum Type 5 / ISO 15693 |
| Antenna | 2-layer PCB coil, integrated in Connectivity Module |
7. Battery Backup (232011 / 232013 only)¶
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | LiFePO₄ (Lithium Iron Phosphate) |
| Nominal Voltage | 3.2 V |
8. User Interface¶
8.1 Status LEDs¶
The device carries one or two addressable RGB LEDs depending on variant:
| LED | Population | Function |
|---|---|---|
| LED1 | All variants | System & Wirepas status |
| LED2 | WiFi gateway variants (232012+) | Gateway backhaul status |
LEDs are off by default (dormant mode) to keep the device discreet when installed. LEDs activate for 5 minutes after power-on or after a short button press, then return to dormant.
LED1 — System & Wirepas Status (all variants):
| Color | Pattern | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
 Red |
Fast blink | Self-test fault |
 White |
Breathing | Booting / initializing |
 Yellow |
Solid | Powered, no Wirepas network |
 Blue |
Solid | Wirepas joined, no sink route |
 Green |
Solid | Wirepas operational (sink connected) |
 Purple |
Configurable | User-controlled via Wirepas network |
LED2 — Gateway Backhaul Status (232012+ only):
| Color | Pattern | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Red |
Fast blink | Gateway fault |
| White |
Breathing | ESP32 OTA update in progress |
| Blue |
Breathing | WiFi connecting |
| Blue |
Solid | WiFi connected, MQTT not reached |
| Green |
Solid | WiFi + MQTT fully connected |
| Yellow |
Solid | No backhaul configured |
For the complete LED state machine and priority rules, see the UI Behavior Specification.
8.2 Service Button¶
A hidden tactile switch recessed inside the enclosure, accessible via a service pinhole on the side of the enclosure (requires a SIM-eject tool or paperclip).
| Action | Trigger | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Power on | Hold 5 seconds (from off state) | Device powers on; LEDs active for 5 min |
| Status check | Short press (< 1 s) | Activate LEDs for 5 minutes |
| Reboot | Hold ~3 seconds | System reboot |
| Factory reset | Hold while plugging in power for 10 s | All config erased, factory defaults restored |
Battery-Preserving Off State
The device ships powered off. When "off and plugged in", battery-backup variants (232011, 232013) charge the battery but do not run, preventing unnecessary battery drain.
Accidental Press Prevention
The recessed pinhole in the enclosure prevents accidental activation by end users. Factory reset additionally requires a physical power cycle while holding the button for 10 seconds.
9. Certification (Planned)¶
| Certification | Status |
|---|---|
| FCC Part 15 | Planned |
| Wirepas | Module pre-certified |
| Wi-Fi (FCC) | Module pre-certified (ESP32-C5-WROOM-1) |
10. Quick Start¶
- Plug in the Power Base Module into a standard wall outlet (Connectivity Module facing up).
- Power on the device: press and hold the service button (pinhole on enclosure side) for 5 seconds, or activate via NFC using the CB Admin app.
- Provision the device using the CB Admin app over NFC (hold phone within 2 cm of the enclosure front).
- The device joins the Wirepas Mesh network automatically once provisioned.
- Verify operation: short-press the service button (through the side pinhole) — the LED activates for 5 minutes and should glow green (Wirepas operational) if healthy.
11. Ordering Information¶
| Article | Description |
|---|---|
| 232010 | EverTag Station US |
| 232011 | EverTag Station bat US (+ battery) |
| 232012 | EverTag Station WIFI GW US (+ WiFi) |
| 232013 | EverTag Station bat WIFI GW US (+ bat + WiFi) |
Contact CargoBeacon Sales for pricing and availability: cargobeacon.com
Revision History¶
| Revision | Date | Author | Changes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rev PA | 2026-02-20 | CargoBeacon | Initial preliminary draft |