Orbcomm ST9100 — Flexible Dual-Mode Satellite-Cellular Terminal for IoT

The Orbcomm ST9100 is a robust, fully programmable dual-mode satellite-cellular terminal designed for remotely monitoring and controlling fixed and portable assets. Environmentally sealed and built for rugged environments, the ST9100 maintains connectivity by automatically switching from cellular to ORBCOMM satellite when needed — ensuring uninterrupted data flow regardless of cellular coverage.

The ST9100 stands out for its comprehensive I/O capability and flexible programming environment. Standard features include analogue and digital I/Os, two RS-232 ports, RS-485/J1708, 1-Wire, two CANbus ports, a 3-axis accelerometer and Bluetooth — giving solution providers the tools to build sophisticated IoT applications without additional hardware. A full development kit with software tools, documentation, accessories and free technical support is available to accelerate time to market.

Key Features

• Dual-mode connectivity — seamless switching between cellular and ORBCOMM satellite for continuous asset coverage

• Rich I/O set — analogue/digital, 2× RS-232, 1× RS-485/J1708, 1× 1-Wire and 2× CANbus ports

• 3-axis accelerometer — motion detection, impact sensing and driver behaviour monitoring built in

• Bluetooth connectivity — wireless communication with peripheral devices and sensors

• Multi-SIM support — flexibility for different network configurations and international deployments

• Fully programmable — combine ORBCOMM's configurable terminal apps with your own custom code

• Development kit available — hardware, software tools, documentation and free technical support

• Environmentally sealed — built for rugged outdoor and industrial environments

Technical Specifications

Connectivity: Dual-mode (cellular + ORBCOMM satellite) | I/O: Analogue/digital, 2× RS-232, 1× RS-485/J1708, 1× 1-Wire, 2× CANbus | Sensors: 3-axis accelerometer | Wireless: Bluetooth | SIM: Multi-SIM support | Development: Full SDK, configurable applications, custom code execution on device

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the ST9100 different from simpler satellite trackers?

The ST9100 is a fully programmable, feature-rich terminal with dual-mode connectivity, multiple I/O ports (including CANbus and RS-485), Bluetooth and a 3-axis accelerometer — making it suitable for complex industrial IoT applications, not just basic location tracking.

Can the ST9100 read CAN bus data from vehicles?

Yes — the ST9100 has two CANbus ports and an RS-485/J1708 interface, enabling direct integration with vehicle CANbus systems for reading engine data, fuel consumption, driver behaviour and more.

Does the ST9100 support custom application development?

Yes. ORBCOMM provides a full development kit with hardware, software tools, documentation and free technical support. You can run ORBCOMM's terminal applications, write your own custom code or combine both.

Is the ST9100 available to buy in the UK?

Yes. Tracking Hardware UK is an authorised Orbcomm distributor supplying the ST9100 with trade pricing and fast dispatch from our London warehouse. Contact us for a quote.