NimbeLink, a global leader in embedded cellular modem technology and asset tracking solutions, has introduced the Skywire NL-SW-LTE-QBG96 modem. This new Skywire modem offers LTE Category M/NB-IoT connectivity for global applications with fallback to 2G, as well as an integrated GPS/GNSS radio. The NL-SW-LTE-QBG96 is compatible with many of the world’s LTE-M and NB-IoT networks.
All Skywire modems are small, pin-compatible, and end-device certified, which enables easy integration with no further carrier testing requirements. This time-to-market advantage allows developers to quickly design-in connectivity to cellular networks around the world. All Skywire modems are patented and are backed by industry-leading documentation and expert-level product support.
Features
- Global LTE-M, NB-IOT, and 2G coverage
- Internal GNSS receiver for GPS, GLONASS, Beidou/Compass, Galileo, and QZSS location services
- Solder down SIM onboard and removable SIM card slot
- Carrier certifications complete, no additional work required
- Antenna independent certification increases selection flexibility
- Connectivity via USB or UART
- Supports a wide range of I/O voltages for design flexibility
- Development kits available
- Skywire standard interface
Advantages
- Global LTE-M, NB-IoT, and 2G coverage in a single modem
- Lower power & lower cost than LTE Cat 1-4 and 3G technologies
- Pricing comparable to other LPWAN technologies
- Easy to integrate – pin-compatible with all Skywire modems
Tech Specs
- Throughput: LTE-M 375Kbps Download/375Kbps Upload | NB-IoT
32Kbps Download/70Kbps Upload - Active Cell: 230mA (LTE) | 415mA (GSM)
- Average: 130 mA
- Peak: 900 mA
- Idle: 19 mA
- Sleep: 680 uA
- Input Voltage: 3.4V-4.3V
- I/O Voltage: 1.65V-5.5V
- Temperature Range: -40º to 85ºC
- Dimensions: 29mm x 33mm x 10.5mm
- RoHS compliant
- Deployable Region: Global
- Carriers: AT&T, Orange, Telstra, Telus, T-Mobile, Verizon, and Vodafone
- Bands:
- LTE-M/NB-IoT (LTE-FDD: B1[2100], B2[1900] B3[1800], B4[1700], B5[850], B8[900], B12[700], B13[700], B18[850], B19[850], B20[800], B26[850], B28[700] | LTE-TDD: B39[1900]) (LTE-M only)
- GSM, EDGE,GPRS (2G Frequency Bands: GSM850, EGSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900)
- Certifications: AT&T Certification, Telus Network Ready Certification, Verizon ODI Certification, PTCRB Certification, FCC Certification, IC Certification, CE Mark, and ROHS Certificate of Compliance