What is an Industrial M2M SIM?

Same format, different quality: Industrial SIMs.

Industrial M2M SIM: Robust SIM cards for extreme environmental conditions

The Industrial M2M SIM is a special M2M SIM card that is more resistant than standard SIMs and has therefore been developed for demanding application scenarios with extreme conditions.

Same format, higher quality: Industrial SIMs

In general, the different SIM cards are divided into mini, micro and nano formats. There is also the eSIM or embedded SIM, which is a chip that is soldered directly into a modem. These SIM formats are also available as "Industrial SIM". This is a more robust version of a normal SIM card.

An industrial SIM basically works in the same way as a normal M2M SIM card. However, it is designed for use in extreme environmental conditions.

A normal M2M SIM card is only recommended for use in a temperature range of -25°C to +85°C, for example. An industrial M2M SIM, on the other hand, can be used at temperatures from -40°C to +105°C.

Areas of application for Industrial M2M SIMs

Industrial M2M SIMs are ideal for demanding IoT projects in harsh environments. Due to their higher resistance, they are particularly suitable for the following areas of application:

Outdoor applications

Weather stations, surveillance cameras and solar monitoring systems that are exposed to extreme weather conditions outdoors all year round.

Industrial plants

Production machines that are exposed to high temperatures, vibrations or electromagnetic interference.

Vehicles and transportation

Vehicle tracking, telematics and fleet management, where devices are regularly exposed to vibrations and changing temperatures.

Energy supply

In energy technology, industrial SIMs are used for outdoor systems that have to function reliably in hot and cold conditions.

Technical advantages and mobile phone support

Industrial M2M SIMs not only offer greater resistance to environmental influences, but also have enhanced technical features:

• Longer service life: With twice the number of read/write cycles and a longer data retention time, Industrial SIMs are ideal for applications with a long service life.
• Comprehensive network coverage: The SIMs can be used with all common mobile networks.
• Support for modern standards: Industrial M2M SIMs support all modern mobile radio standards such as HSPA+ and thus enable fast data transmissions even under adverse conditions.
• Greater reliability: The improved resistance to environmental influences minimizes downtimes and improves the overall reliability of the IoT system.

How to choose the right Industrial M2M SIM

When selecting an Industrial M2M SIM for your project, you should consider the following factors:

1. Ambient conditions: Analyze the expected temperatures, vibrations and humidity at the place of use.
2. Service life: Plan the expected service life of your devices and make sure that the SIM supports them.
3. Form factor: Choose the right SIM format for your device or consider a soldered-in eSIM variant for maximum robustness.
4. Mobile network coverage: Make sure that your SIM provider offers good network coverage in the relevant regions of use.

Industrial M2M SIMs from wherever SIM

For particularly demanding projects, wherever SIM offers specially hardened industrial M2M SIMs. These are perfect for use under extreme conditions and offer maximum reliability.

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