Skywire Global LTE-M Embedded Modem
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.
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- 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
- 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
- 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, 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
Documentation
Documents
Development Kit Reference Design
Application Notes
Files & Drivers
Certifications
AT&T Certification
Telus Network Ready Certification
Verizon ODI Certification
PTCRB Certification
FCC Certification
IC Certification
CE Mark
ROHS Certificate of Compliance
Integration
Skywire cellular modems are the fastest way to get cellular connectivity.
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NL-SW-LTE-QBG96
Skywire modem, Global, LTE-M, NB-IoT, GNSS
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