Skywire 4G LTE-M, NB-IoT
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.
Features
• No carrier certication required
• Small form-factor
• Skywire Standard Interface
• Flexible antenna options
• USB & UART serial interfaces
• Verizon eSIM
• Supports Power Save Mode
• RoHS compliant/Radio Equipment Directive
Advantages
• Global LTE coverage with 2G fallback
• Pin compatible with all Skywire modems
• GNSS support for GPS, GLONASS, Beidou/Compass, Galileo,
QZSS
• Global hardware compatibility
Part Number
NL-SW-LTE-QBG96
Description
Skywire, LTE-M, NB-IoT, 2G
fallback, with GNSS
About The Skywire Family
Skywire cellular modems are designed
to make cellular integration as fast and
as easy as it can be. Exceptionally small,
pin-compatible, and end-device certied,
Skywire modems enable developers to
quickly and reliably connect IoT products to
cellular networks around the world. Skywire
modems are backed by industry leading
documentation and expert-level product
support.
NimbeLink.com/skywire-cellular-modem/
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About NimbeLink
NimbeLink is the world’s most trusted partner for cellular solutions for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). The
Skywire® series of cellular embedded modems, enable dramatic reduction in development and time-to-market.
NimbeLink also develops and markets complete, highly congurable edge-to-enterprise Asset-Tracking Solutions.
For more information, visit NimbeLink.com
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Technical Specications (NL-SW-LTE-QBG96)
Target Region
Global
Compatible Carriers AT&T, Orange, Telstra, Telus, Verizon, Vodafone
Cellular Technology
LTE Category LTE-M, NB-IoT
LTE Frequency Bands 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)
3G Technology Supported N/A
3G Frequency Band N/A
2G Technology Supported GSM, EDGE, GPRS
2G Frequency Band GSM850, EGSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
Data Speeds
Download Rate and Upload Rate Download: LTE-M: 375 Kbps | NB-IoT: 32 Kbps | GPRS: 107 Kbps | EDGE: 296 Kbps
Upload: LTE-M: 375 Kbps | NB-IoT: 70 Kbps | GPRS: 85.6 Kbps | EDGE: 236.8 Kbps
Hardware
Form Factor Skywire Interface
Dimensions 29mm x 33mm x 10.5mm
Weight 8 grams
Internet Protocols
Network Stack Support Integrated TCP/IP, UDP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS, FTP/SFTP, SSL/TLS, IPv4/IPv6, NITZ, PING, MQTT, PPP
Stacks
SMS SMS supported
Location
GNSS GPS, GLONASS, Beidou/Compass, Galileo, QZSS
Power Supply
Supply Voltage 3.4V to 4.3V (3.8V nominal)
I/O Voltage 1.65V - 5.5V
Current Consumption Average 130 mA | Peak 900 mA | Idle 19 mA | Sleep 680 uA
Interfaces
Type UART, USB (USB 2.0 compliant)
USB Driver Support OS: Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Linux
Drivers: PPP | QMI | AT Console
RF Primary, SISO DL (U.FL)
SIM
Type Integrated Verizon SIM, external 3FF SIM slot
Approvals
Regulatory Certications PTCRB, CE/RED, FCC, IC
Carrier AT&T, Rogers (In-Progress), Telus, Verizon
Compliance RoHS compliant
Temperature Range
Industrial Grade -40°C to +85°C
Support and Warranty
1 Year standard warranty