Gateworks Released New Wi-Fi HaLow Module
The GW16170 module brings high-capacity, long-range wireless connectivity to embedded computing systems.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Semiconductors
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Gateworks Corporation has introduced the GW16170, a new Wi-Fi HaLow module designed to extend wireless coverage for large-site applications. Utilizing the Morse Micro MM8108-M20-US technology, the module aims to reduce the total infrastructure requirements for network access.
Why it matters
The device is engineered to decrease the number of individual access points needed to provide coverage across expansive physical sites. By leveraging the 900MHz frequency band, it offers significantly greater range than standard Wi-Fi solutions.
The GW16170 utilizes the 900MHz frequency band with a maximum transmit power of +27.5 dBm. It features an M.2 2230 E-Key interface and supports WPA2-PSK, WPA3-SAE, and WPA3-OWE security protocols.
The players
Gateworks Corporation
Gateworks is a technology company based in San Luis Obispo, California, that specializes in the design and manufacture of single board computers and wireless modules.
Morse Micro
Morse Micro is a semiconductor company that develops Wi-Fi HaLow technology and provided the internal MM8108-M20-US module used in this release.
The details
The module integrates as a drop-in solution for single board computers equipped with standard M.2 E-Key sockets and operates using standard Linux IP networking tools. It is officially FCC certified for deployment within North America.
Timeline
Gateworks Corporation announced the new module on October 13, 2026.
The Tech Race
The module follows a pattern set by the IEEE 802.11ah standard, which aims to provide extended range and superior penetration compared to legacy Wi-Fi technologies. This release positions Gateworks to compete in the burgeoning market for industrial internet-of-things (IIoT) connectivity solutions.
Engineers and developers can now integrate this module into existing systems to simplify networking architectures in large environments. The device's FCC certification ensures it is ready for deployment in North American infrastructure projects without additional compliance hurdles.
The takeaway
This technology represents a shift toward more efficient long-range networking for industrial applications. Organizations looking to expand their wireless footprint should consider whether HaLow modules offer a more cost-effective alternative to traditional Wi-Fi access point density.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Rfglobalnet.
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