Contact Us
CCTV in a smart city - utilising private 5G networks

Private 5G Networks


A private 5G network utilising the latest and most advanced technology, delivers a range of benefits compared to traditional Wi-Fi networks or even public 5G networks.

Cogent Distribution supplies CableFree private 5G (P5G) solutions, which are an excellent option for modern wireless network implementation, providing end users with numerous benefits, such as improved coverage, increased capacity, convenience, and enhanced network security.

CableFree P5G networks

The CableFree 5G radios offer enhanced security, reliable connectivity, freedom from interference, high capacity, mobility, and other benefits compared to traditional Wi-Fi networks.

Private 5G networks are especially valuable for sectors with strict security requirements, as well as applications requiring low latency and high reliability.

The ownership benefits and flexibility to customise make CableFree an attractive choice for organisations looking to take advantage of the full potential of 5G technology.

CableFree private 5G networks - P5G graphic

CableFree Portfolio

Buy CableFree Products

CableFree Technology

CableFree YouTube

CableFree Solutions

CableFree 4G & 5G LTE

Security and Service

CableFree private 5G networks offer dedicated and isolated network resources, providing a much greater level of security compared to Wi-Fi or public 5G networks. Data is fully encrypted from the user device or terminal to the 5G “core” with 5G encryption being of the highest commercial standards. The “core” in a private 5G network is normally located physically on site and locally managed, which is crucial for industries and applications handling sensitive data.

Private 5G networks also offer superior quality of service (QoS) for consistent and reliable connectivity even in high-density environments. Applications such as industrial automation, robotics, and real-time video surveillance require low latency and high reliability, making P5G the perfect solution.

Site CCTV for real-time video surveillance

Dedicated RF Spectrum

Clean RF spectrum is a major advantage for private 5G compared to Wi-Fi. Private 5G networks are less prone to interference compared to public Wi-Fi networks because they work on licensed spectrum. Public Wi-Fi networks, however, operate in crowded unlicensed spectrum where numerous other users will be using the same frequencies. This is especially important in industrial applications where electromagnetic interference can disrupt operations. Private 5G networks, with dedicated spectrum, can deliver a more stable and predictable connection.

Private 5G networks are particularly advantageous in industrial applications. P5G networks enable automation in factories, real-time monitoring, control, and automation of critical processes, which leads to higher levels of efficiency, reduced downtime, and improved safety.

Private 5G networks for industrial applications

Private 5G networks vs Wi-Fi

High capacity: Private 5G networks offer much higher real-world capacity compared to traditional Wi-Fi networks and can handle a larger number of connected devices simultaneously without sacrificing performance.

Coverage and range: Private 5G networks can cover larger areas with fewer base stations compared to Wi-Fi, thus making P5G ideal for large industrial sites. Crucially, 5G has a much more sophisticated radio architecture, meaning clients with weak signals will connect much better than any Wi-Fi radio can, without affecting other clients with stronger signals on the same sector/radio.

Performance: Wi-Fi can suffer from congestion and performance degradation in high-density areas due to interference and coverage black spots, whereas private 5G networks enable consistent performance even with lots of connected devices.

Security: Wi-Fi networks are susceptible to security vulnerabilities, but private 5G networks provide advanced encryption and authentication mechanisms, which reduces the risk of data breaches. Data is fully encrypted all the way from the 5G terminal device to the 5G core, with no attack vectors left open between these two points.

Private 5G Applications

Applications of private 5G networks include but are not limited to the following:

Manufacturing and production; retail; agriculture, farming and primary food production; enterprise verticals; transportation and logistics; utilities; defence; mining; health and social care; oil and gas; construction and real estate.

Private networks for retail and logistics warehousing

Future-Proofed 5G

Investment into a private 5G network using CableFree 5G radios will provide a future-proofed infrastructure that can accommodate emerging technologies and applications without significant reconfigurations. CableFree radios are software-upgradable to future 5G releases and have reconfigurable radio hardware, adding to flexibility and upgrade path.

Private 5G (P5G) - dedicated RF spectrum

Need some assistance?


Speak to a member of our team by calling +44 (0)1635 917 722 or emailing [email protected].

Alternatively you can use the form below.


icon-angle icon-bars icon-times