Waveform Outdoor Gateway Enclosure
by: Waveform
by: Waveform
Waveform Outdoor Gateway Enclosure
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Highlights
Description
The Waveform Outdoor Gateway Enclosure is a weather rated housing that lets you place and mount your USB-C-powered cellular gateway outdoors, where cellular signal is stronger and less obstructed. No opening, drilling into, or modifying the device needed.
This is a straightforward, turn-key solution - mount the enclosure outside, connect your gateway to the pre-installed PoE-to-USB-C splitter, and run a single Ethernet cable indoors to your router. By placing the gateway where cellular signal is strongest, you can achieve faster, more stable performance than any indoor placement allows.
Power and data travel over a single Ethernet cable using 802.3bt PoE++. Inside the enclosure, a pre-installed splitter delivers 60W via USB-C and gigabit data directly to your gateway.
Features
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Designed for T-Mobile Home Internet (G5AR/G5SE, G4AR/G4SE): Precision-sized to securely house T-Mobile gateways, with integrated power and networking components pre-installed. Also compatible with any USB-C-powered gateway up to 9.5" tall, 8" wide, and 5.1" deep drawing up to 60W.
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No Device Modification Required: Carrier gateways like the G5AR have no external antenna ports. Adding them means opening the device, attaching adapters to the PCB, and voiding your warranty. This enclosure improves performance through placement - the gateway stays sealed and intact.
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−2°F to 125°F: We've stress-tested the T-Mobile G5AR inside the enclosure from −2°F to 125°F under simultaneous 5G, Wi-Fi, and Ethernet loads and it performed without issue at both extremes. The enclosure is fully sealed to keep out humidity and dust which, in our experience, causes more long-term damage to outdoor equipment than temperature alone.
- Outdoor-rated and UV Resistant: Weatherproof enclosure protects against rain, dust, sun exposure, and typical outdoor conditions year round.
- Single-cable Outdoor Connection: Power and data travel over one Ethernet cable using 802.3bt PoE++, delivering up to 60W (20V/3A) of power and up to 1 Gbps of data to the enclosure. Inside, a pre-installed splitter cleanly separates those into USB-C power and Cat6 Ethernet for your gateway.
- Lockable Enclosure: The door includes a locking point for a standard padlock, keeping the gateway secure once mounted.
- Complete Mounting and Cabling Kit: Includes wall-mount hardware, two 25 ft and one 10 ft outdoor-rated Cat6 cables, and a window-entry cable for clean installs without wall drilling. No pole mount included - unlike directional antennas, the gateway's built-in omnidirectional antennas don't need to be aimed. Wall mounting works well in most installs.
Kit Contents
Complete Kit
Outdoor Gateway Enclosure
Weatherproof enclosure, hinged cover, with stainless steel latches and locking point.
PoE++ Injector
60W adapter that powers and connects your enclosure.
User Manual
Everything you need to know to upgrade to blazing-fast 5G.
Also Includes
Route your Ethernet cable outside through almost any window.
Ethernet Cable
High-speed Cat6 in multiple lengths.
Mounting hardware
Wall bracket and assembly hardware for mounting to wall.
Why Move Your Gateway Outdoors?
Indoor 5G performance is limited by a few predictable factors: the building materials between your gateway and the tower, the quality of signal reaching the device, and the cellular bands your gateway can access from inside. Moving the gateway outdoors directly addresses all three.
1. Eliminate wall penetration loss
Cellular signal doesn't travel through buildings cleanly. Low-emissivity coated glass alone can reduce signal strength by 10- 30 dB – enough to cut your gateway off from faster, higher-capacity bands entirely. Dense insulation, concrete walls, and metal framing compound the problem further. Mounting the gateway outside removes every one of those barriers, giving it a direct, unobstructed path to the serving tower.
2. Skip the hardware modification
Adding external antenna ports to a carrier gateway like the T-Mobile G5AR or G4AR/G4SE means opening the device, attaching pigtail adapters to internal U.FL ports on the PCB, drilling through the casing to route coax cables, and permanently altering a device you likely lease from your carrier. That voids your warranty and, if done incorrectly, can damage the modem entirely.
The Outdoor Gateway Enclosure avoids that path. The gateway stays sealed and intact, and performance improves through placement, not modification.
3. Access faster bands more consistently
5G performance isn't determined by signal bars. It's driven by signal quality measured as SINR and RSRQ, and by which bands your gateway can reach. Many higher-frequency, higher-capacity 5G bands can't penetrate building materials reliably. Moving the gateway outside lets it connect to those bands more consistently and maintain stronger signal quality under sustained load.
We've stress-tested the T-Mobile G5AR inside the enclosure from −2°F to 125°F under simultaneous 5G, Wi-Fi, and Ethernet loads and it performed without issue at both extremes. Early customers have reported speeds jumping from 18–20 Mbps indoors to 75–120 Mbps after outdoor installation.
Results vary by location and network conditions. But in our experience, placement is the highest-impact change most T-Mobile G5AR users can make.
Important Note About WiFi
When you move your gateway outdoors, its built-in Wi-Fi will no longer be usable inside your building.
In this setup, the gateway functions as a cellular modem only. Internet is delivered indoors over Ethernet, and a separate Wi-Fi router inside your home provides wireless coverage.
If you’re currently using your gateway’s built-in Wi-Fi, you’ll need to add a standard Wi-Fi router. Most off-the-shelf routers or mesh systems work fine.
Frequently Asked Questions
What cellular gateways are compatible with the Waveform Outdoor Gateway Enclosure?
The enclosure is designed primarily for the T-Mobile G5AR and is compatible with any USB-C-powered device up to 9.5” tall, 8” wide, 5.1” deep, and drawing up to 60 W.
Will my gateway’s Wi-Fi still work after installing it outdoors?
Technically yes, but it won’t be effective. Once the gateway is outdoors, walls and distance significantly reduce indoor Wi-Fi coverage. We recommend disabling the gateway’s Wi-Fi and using a dedicated indoor Wi-Fi router instead.
What temperature range can the enclosure handle?
The enclosure itself is rated for outdoor use from −5°F to 167°F. In practice, the operating limits of the gateway matter most. We’ve tested the T-Mobile G5AR inside the enclosure from approximately −2°F to 125°F, where it operated reliably. Performance may vary with other gateways and conditions.
Will this enclosure improve my internet speed?
That’s the goal. While the enclosure doesn’t boost signal, outdoor placement lets the gateway connect to stronger cellular signal and sometimes higher-capacity bands, often resulting in faster, more stable speeds.
Does this replace the need for an external antenna?
This enclosure is a non-invasive alternative for gateways that don’t support external antennas. If your gateway has antenna ports or you’re comfortable modifying it, an antenna-based solution may still be a better option.
Can I install this myself?
Yes. The enclosure is pre-assembled. You simply place the gateway inside and mount it outdoors. The kit includes mounting hardware, cables, and everything needed for install. Our detailed, step-by-step manual walks you through the entire process, and if you run into any issues, connect with our team of dedicated Signal Specialists who are happy to help!
Do I need to drill into my home to install this enclosure?
Mounting the enclosure may require drilling four small holes for the mounting screws. For routing Ethernet indoors, the included window-entry cable allows the cable to pass through a closed window, eliminating the need to drill through walls.
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