Pepwave 5G Adapter
Pair with a 5G plan
Add a Crosstalk Mobile plan and the router drops 10%. Applied automatically at checkout.
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The Crosstalk Mobile Unlimited Plan is a data-only 5G SIM card on T-Mobile's network for $149 a month. It has no data cap, no overage charges, and no contract.
The plan is made for routers and hotspots and won't work in a phone. The SIM is free, and you manage the line from your online account, where you activate it, update billing or cancel.
Network and coverage
The plan is built for 5G and falls back to 4G LTE where 5G isn't available. Service covers the lower 48 states, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. Alaska, other US territories, Canada and Mexico aren't covered yet.
The SIM hands off between towers while you drive, the same way a phone does. We've run it in command vehicles and fleets.
Routers that work with it
Any 5G router that takes a standard SIM card will work, including every Peplink we sell. If you're still choosing, these are the ones we stock and support:
- GL.iNet Spitz AX: a compact 5G router with Wi-Fi 6 that can also use Starlink or campground Wi-Fi as a backup. It suits RVs and small remote sites.
- Peplink B One 5G: a desktop router for a home or office that runs 5G alongside a wired connection.
- Peplink MAX BR1 Pro 5G: bonds cellular, Starlink and Wi-Fi with SpeedFusion, so a video call keeps going when one connection drops.
- Peplink MAX BR2 Pro 5G: two 5G modems, so you can add a second carrier for redundancy.
- Pepwave 5G Adapter: adds 5G to a router you already own.
Not sure which fits? Take the router quiz or give us a call.
How activation works
- Check out. Your first month is charged at checkout.
- Within a few minutes you'll get an email with a link to set up your account. You need the account to activate the SIM.
- We ship the SIM. Orders placed before 11 a.m. Pacific ship the same day. Standard shipping takes 5 to 7 business days and express takes 2 to 3.
- Put the SIM in your router and activate the line from your account. Most routers connect without an APN entered, and we recommend leaving it blank unless your line has a static IP.
Billing starts when you insert the SIM or 30 days after it ships, whichever comes first.
Static IP add-on
For $5 a month you can add a static IP, which is a dedicated public address on your line. Choose it if you need to reach something behind the router from outside, such as security cameras, an NVR, a server or the router's admin page. Browsing, streaming and video calls work fine without one. A static IP line uses its own APN, and our static IP setup guide walks through it for Peplink and UniFi.
Common questions
Is it really unlimited?
Yes. There's no data cap, no overage charge and no speed limit built into the plan.
Can I use it in a phone?
No. It's a data-only plan for routers and hotspots.
Do I need to enter an APN?
Usually not. Most routers pick up the right settings on their own, so leave the APN blank. The only exception is a line with a static IP, which needs the static IP APN.
Is there a contract?
No. You can cancel the monthly or annual plan at any time. Cancelling stops the next renewal, but it doesn't refund time you've already paid for.
Is there a cheaper way to pay?
The annual plan is $1,428 a year. That works out to $119 a month and saves $360. Businesses with 10 or more lines get volume pricing on our fleet connectivity page.
Who answers when I call?
One of our network engineers. Call 888-381-7750, Monday to Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pacific, or email CustomerService@CrosstalkMobile.com.
The full terms are in our terms of service.
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The Crosstalk Mobile Unlimited Plan, Annual is the same data-only 5G SIM card on T-Mobile's network as our monthly plan, paid a year at a time. You pay $1,428 up front, which works out to $119 a month and saves $360 over twelve monthly payments. There's no data cap and no overage charges.
The plan is made for routers and hotspots and won't work in a phone. The SIM is free, and you manage the line from your online account, where you activate it, update billing or cancel.
Who the annual plan suits
The annual plan is the better deal when the line runs all year, like a fixed site, a business failover link or a full-time RV. If you only need service a few months at a time, the monthly plan at $149 a month is easier to start and stop.
Network and coverage
The plan is built for 5G and falls back to 4G LTE where 5G isn't available. Service covers the lower 48 states, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. Alaska, other US territories, Canada and Mexico aren't covered yet.
The SIM hands off between towers while you drive, the same way a phone does. We've run it in command vehicles and fleets.
Routers that work with it
Any 5G router that takes a standard SIM card will work, including every Peplink we sell. If you're still choosing, these are the ones we stock and support:
- GL.iNet Spitz AX: a compact 5G router with Wi-Fi 6 that can also use Starlink or campground Wi-Fi as a backup. It suits RVs and small remote sites.
- Peplink B One 5G: a desktop router for a home or office that runs 5G alongside a wired connection.
- Peplink MAX BR1 Pro 5G: bonds cellular, Starlink and Wi-Fi with SpeedFusion, so a video call keeps going when one connection drops.
- Peplink MAX BR2 Pro 5G: two 5G modems, so you can add a second carrier for redundancy.
- Pepwave 5G Adapter: adds 5G to a router you already own.
Not sure which fits? Take the router quiz or give us a call.
How activation works
- Check out. The full year is charged at checkout.
- Within a few minutes you'll get an email with a link to set up your account. You need the account to activate the SIM.
- We ship the SIM. Orders placed before 11 a.m. Pacific ship the same day. Standard shipping takes 5 to 7 business days and express takes 2 to 3.
- Put the SIM in your router and activate the line from your account. Most routers connect without an APN entered, and we recommend leaving it blank unless your line has a static IP.
Static IP add-on
For $60 a year you can add a static IP, which is a dedicated public address on your line. Choose it if you need to reach something behind the router from outside, such as security cameras, an NVR, a server or the router's admin page. Browsing, streaming and video calls work fine without one. A static IP line uses its own APN, and our static IP setup guide walks through it for Peplink and UniFi.
Common questions
Is it really unlimited?
Yes. There's no data cap, no overage charge and no speed limit built into the plan.
Can I use it in a phone?
No. It's a data-only plan for routers and hotspots.
Do I need to enter an APN?
Usually not. Most routers pick up the right settings on their own, so leave the APN blank. The only exception is a line with a static IP, which needs the static IP APN.
Can I cancel?
Yes, at any time. Cancelling stops the next renewal, and the line stays on through the end of the year you've paid for. The prepaid year isn't refunded once the SIM is active.
Is there a month-to-month option?
Yes. The monthly plan is the same service for $149 a month with no commitment. Businesses with 10 or more lines get volume pricing on our fleet connectivity page.
Who answers when I call?
One of our network engineers. Call 888-381-7750, Monday to Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pacific, or email CustomerService@CrosstalkMobile.com.
The full terms are in our terms of service.
+$1,428.00
Discount applied automatically at checkout.
The Pepwave 5G Adapter (ADP-5GY-T-PRM) gives a router you already own a 5G connection. It's a cellular modem in a small metal box: put a SIM in it, run one Ethernet cable to your router's WAN port, and that router sees 5G as an ordinary wired uplink. You keep your current firewall, VLANs, and settings.
Good fits
- Adding 5G backup to a firewall or router that has no cellular slot
- Mounting the modem high on a wall or near a window, where signal is better than in the network closet
- Fleet and IoT installs that need GPS and ignition sensing
- Command vehicles and temporary sites that need a fast install
Tech notes from our engineers
- The Ethernet port runs at 2.5 Gbps. A standard gigabit port works fine, and a 2.5G port on your router won't cap the modem.
- With 802.3at PoE, one cable carries both data and power. That lets you put the adapter up to 100 meters of cable from the PoE switch or injector, wherever the signal is strongest. If you don't have PoE, use the included 12V adapter or wire 10 to 30V DC into the micro-fit connector.
- It's light on power: about 6.5W typical and 10W max.
- There are two nano-SIM slots plus eSIM with room for two profiles. It also works with RemoteSIM from a Peplink SIM Injector and with FusionSIM.
- It has five SMA connectors: four for cellular and one for GPS. The included stick antennas get you running, and a Mobility 40G or Slim 40G antenna system is the upgrade for a rooftop or a weak-signal site.
- You can manage it from InControl 2 like any other Peplink device. InTouch gives you remote access to the adapter's admin page without opening ports.
- The LED signal bar on the front shows signal strength, which makes it easy to try a few mounting spots during setup.
- It's rated for -40 to 149°F. For an outdoor mount, put it in a weatherproof enclosure.
Specs
- Cellular: 1x 5G modem (NSA and SA), 2x nano-SIM slots, eSIM (2 profiles), RemoteSIM, FusionSIM
- Ethernet: 1x 10/100/1000/2500 RJ45
- Antennas: 4x SMA cellular, 1x SMA GPS
- Power: 802.3at PoE, 10 to 30V DC micro-fit, or 12V adapter; 6.5W typical, 10W max
- Extras: GPS, GPIO, ignition sensing, LED signal bar
- Size and weight: 5.4 x 3.1 x 1.3 in, 0.86 lb
- Operating temperature: -40 to 149°F
- Warranty: 1 year (Peplink)
In the box
5G Adapter, 12V 2A power supply with a 4-pin plug, four LTE/5G stick antennas (ACW-235), and an active GPS antenna.
Need service for it? The 5G Adapter bundle pairs the adapter with our unlimited 5G data plan and takes 10% off the hardware. Setup guide: how to set up the 5G Adapter with a Crosstalk Mobile SIM.
Official Peplink data sheet — full specs, ports, throughput, and regulatory info.
Open data sheet (PDF · 2.8 MB)Free standard shipping on hardware orders over $250. Same-day shipping if ordered by 2pm EST.
Returns: 14 days from delivery. Items must be in new, unused condition with all original packaging, accessories, and documentation intact. A 10% restocking fee applies to all returns (waived for items that arrive defective or dead on arrival). Original shipping charges are non-refundable; return shipping is the customer's responsibility. Peplink subscription licenses (PrimeCare, Virtual WAN, SpeedFusion) are non-refundable. Email CustomerService@CrosstalkMobile.com with your order number to start a return.
