Product Type | 5G Adapter |
Model | W1850 |
Manufacturer | Cradlepoint |
Manufacturer Part Number | BE05-1850-5GC-GM |
Form Factor | Metal enclosure |
Weight | 0.86 kg |
Power Requirements | 100–240 VAC |
Supported Network Generations | 4G LTE, 5G NR |
Included Plan | 5-Year NetCloud Branch Essentials Plan |
Cradlepoint W1850 5G Adapter with 5-YR NetCloud Essentials Plan


Key Benefits

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- Delivers enterprise-grade wireless performance through 5G NR/LTE with support for major US carriers
- Includes a comprehensive 5-Year NetCloud Essentials Plan for centralized management and enhanced security
- Compact, rugged metal design with flexible port options and broad environmental tolerance supports diverse deployment scenarios
Product Overview
The Cradlepoint W1850 5G Adapter bundled with a 5-Year NetCloud Branch Essentials Plan delivers secure, high-performance wireless connectivity designed for modern branch networking needs. Equipped with a 5G NR and LTE modem, this device ensures coverage across 4G and 5G networks, supporting major carriers like AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. With data rates up to 2.5 Gbps and dual-band operation, it handles demanding workloads seamlessly.
Compact and durable in a metal form factor (6.5" x 6.5" x 1.5"), the W1850 supports flexible deployment through four ports, USB, and serial interfaces. Environmental support includes 0°C–50°C temperature and 10%–90% humidity ranges. The NetCloud Essentials Plan enhances efficiency with centralized cloud management and security features.
RoHS and TAA compliant and made in Taiwan, this adapter supports mission-critical operations—from retail POS to remote branch offices—by ensuring scalable, resilient edge connectivity.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Cellular Technology | 5G NR, LTE |
Carrier Compatibility | AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile |
Supported Bands | 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz |
Antenna Type | External Antenna Connections |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Security Features via NetCloud | Zero Trust Network Access, Analytics, Event & Threat Logging |
Firewall Capabilities | Stateful Firewall (via NetCloud Gateway) |
VPN Support | IPSec, GRE, DMVPN, OpenVPN |
Interfaces
Network Ports | 2 x 2.5 GbE LAN/WAN switchable |
USB Ports | 1 x USB |
Serial Ports | 1 x Serial Port |
Total Network Port Count | 4 |
Ethernet Standards | IEEE 802.3at |
Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 2.5 Gbps |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 6.5 in |
Depth | 6.5 in |
Height | 1.5 in |
Operating Temperature Range | 0°C to 50°C |
Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Management Platform | Cradlepoint NetCloud |
Management Type | Cloud-managed |
Subscription Plan Duration | 5 years |
Included Services | NetCloud Essentials for Branch with 5G Adapter |