Orbcomm RT8000

Orbcomm RT8000 — EN 12830-Compliant Cold Chain Monitoring Solution

The Orbcomm RT8000 is a comprehensive cold chain monitoring solution designed to maintain cargo integrity and regulatory compliance across refrigerated transport operations. Fully compliant with Europe's HACCP guidelines and EN 12830 regulations for temperature-controlled goods, the RT8000 provides complete end-to-end cold chain visibility — from loading through to delivery — giving operators the confidence that temperature-sensitive cargo is protected at every stage of the journey.

The RT8000 connects wirelessly with up to eight ORBCOMM TS 310 temperature sensors simultaneously, creating a complete EN 12830-compliant cold chain solution without cable complexity. CAT 1 4G LTE connectivity ensures future-proofed data transmission, free from 2G/3G shutdown risk, while a high-capacity battery and low-power mode keep assets visible even when unconnected. An extensive I/O set allows integration with a wide range of external equipment beyond temperature monitoring.

Key Features

• EN 12830 compliant — meets the European standard for temperature monitoring in temperature-controlled transport

• HACCP aligned — supports food safety and pharmaceutical cold chain compliance requirements

• Up to 8 wireless temperature sensors — connect up to 8× ORBCOMM TS 310 sensors simultaneously with no cabling

• CAT 1 4G LTE — fast, reliable cellular connectivity future-proofed against 2G/3G network shutdowns

• High-capacity battery with low-power mode — maintains asset visibility even when the asset is unconnected

• Extensive I/O — 10× inputs/outputs, 3× CAN, 4× RS-232, RS-485 and 1-Wire ports for wide integration capability

• Wireless sensor deployment — eliminates cable damage risk and significantly speeds up sensor installation

• Unified fleet platform — manage cold chain and non-cold chain assets on one ORBCOMM platform

Technical Specifications

Connectivity: CAT 1 4G LTE

Temperature sensors: Up to 8× ORBCOMM TS 310 (wireless Bluetooth)

I/O: 10× inputs/outputs, 3× CAN, 4× RS-232, 1× RS-485, 1× 1-Wire

Compliance: EN 12830 (European temperature monitoring), HACCP

Power: High-capacity battery with low-power mode

Platform: ORBCOMM fleet management

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EN 12830 and why does it matter?

EN 12830 is the European standard for temperature recorders used in the transport, storage and distribution of temperature-controlled goods. Compliance is a legal and commercial requirement for many cold chain logistics operators in Europe, particularly in food safety and pharmaceutical distribution.

How many temperature sensors can the RT8000 support?

The RT8000 can connect with up to eight ORBCOMM TS 310 wireless temperature sensors simultaneously, providing multi-point temperature monitoring across the same trailer or cargo hold without any cabling between sensors.

Is the RT8000 suitable for pharmaceutical cold chain?

Yes — the RT8000's compliance with EN 12830 and alignment with HACCP requirements makes it well-suited for pharmaceutical temperature-controlled logistics as well as food and beverage cold chain operations.

Is the RT8000 available to buy in the UK?

Yes. Tracking Hardware UK is an authorised Orbcomm distributor supplying the RT8000 with trade pricing and fast dispatch from our London warehouse. Contact us for a quote.

Do you hold UK stock of the RT8000 and do you ship worldwide?

Contact Tracking Hardware UK to confirm current stock, dispatch time and a delivered quote for your quantity and destination. We supply B2B customers internationally.

Is the RT8000 locked to a specific platform or SIM card?

Platform support depends on the exact model, protocol and integration. Confirm service provisioning and regional connectivity before ordering. For satellite models, a compatible satellite service is required; an ordinary cellular SIM is not a substitute.