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NB-IoT is a Low Power Wide Area Network (LPWAN) engineered to operate under low power conditions. Designed specifically for IoT applications, NB-IoT enables devices to communicate efficiently over a wide area at lower data rates with minimal power consumption compared to traditional cellular networks.

NB-IoT in IoT Applications

NB-IoT is unlocking new possibilities across various sectors. In agriculture, it enables smart farming solutions, from soil moisture sensors to livestock tracking. In urban areas, this technology powers smart buildings incorporating smart lighting, smart home, and smart metering applications. In telehealth, NB-IoT is used to enable health monitors and wearable devices.

Cavli Wireless NB-IoT Modules: Tailored LPWA IoT Solutions for Global Connectivity

Cavli Wireless brings NB-IoT and LPWAN modules to power these diverse IoT applications. Equipped with eSIM and GNSS capabilities, Cavli NB-IoT C-Series modules offer seamless connectivity across global IoT deployments. These low-power modules come in various form factors, such as LGA and Mini PCIe, enabling tailored module selection to meet specific application requirements. Cavli Wireless stands at the forefront of providing LPWAN cellular IoT modules, offering unparalleled performance in building a smart connected ecosystem.

Why Cavli Wireless LPWA IoT Modules Are Ideal for Smart Connectivity Solutions

Cavli Wireless stands at the forefront of providing LPWA IoT Modules that offer reliable and low-power connectivity for a wide range of IoT solutions. With integrated eSIM and GNSS capabilities, Cavli’s NB-IoT C-Series modules ensure seamless, long-range connectivity, empowering businesses to deploy scalable, efficient, and smart IoT solutions across industries like agriculture, urban infrastructure, and telehealth.

Cavli Wireless provides LPWA IoT Modules that unlock the potential of next-generation IoT applications across a wide array of industries. These low-power modules enable reliable and cost-effective smart connectivity solutions for businesses and consumers, driving the growth of the IoT ecosystem and building a smarter, more connected world.

LPWA IoT Modules

C41QS

Module ImageKnow More
LPWA NB-IoT3GPP Release 14

Cellular Bands Supported

Global : B1 / B2 / B3 / B4 / B5 / B8 / B12 / B13 / B14 / B17 / B18 / B19 / B20 / B25 / B26 / B28 / B66 / B70 / B85

3GPP Release : LTE 3GPP E-UTRA Release 14 Cat M1/ LTE NB1/NB2

OS

Free RTOS

Interfaces

3xUART, 1xGNSS_UART*, 1xUSIM, 1xSWD, 1xADC, 1xSPI**, 2xGPIO**, 1xMAIN_ANT, 1xGNSS_ANT

Cellular Connectivity Download & Uplink Speed

LTE Cat NB2 : Peak DL 127 Kbps & UL 158.5Kbps

Key Highlights

Integrated eSIM, Powered by Cavli Hubble, Applicable regions - (Global), GNSS Support, Ultra-Low Power Consumption, Compact Form Factor Design, Cat NB2

C42QM

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LPWA/NB3GPP Release 10

Cellular Bands Supported

EMEA / APAC : LTE -B1/B3/B5/B8/B20/B40 GSM -900/1800 MHz

NA : LTE -B2/B4/B5/B12/B13/B25/B26/B66 GSM - 900 / 1800 MHz

OS

ThreadX OS

Interfaces

1xUSB 2.0 , 3xUART, 2xADC**, 1xUSIM(DSS), 1xI2C*, 1xI2S, 1xSPI*, 1xJTAG, 1xMAIN_ANT, 1xGNSS_ANT

Cellular Connectivity Download & Uplink Speed

LTE Cat M1 : 588 Kbps (DL), 1199 Kbps (UL)

NB2 : 127Kbps (DL) & 158.5Kbps (UL)

2G/EGPRS : 236.8Kbps (DL) & 236.8 Kbps (UL)

Key Highlights

Integrated eSIM, Powered by Cavli Hubble, GNSS Support, Compact Form Factor Design, Cat NB2, Applicable regions - (APAC, EMEA, N.A)

Highlights and Advantages of C-Series
LPWAN/NB-IoT Modules

CAN Bus Support

CAN Bus Support

C42GM incorporates CAN or Control Area network bus support. It is a serial communication protocol commonly used to connect electronic control units (ECUs) in vehicles, allowing internal communication between devices in the network.

Cavli Hubble

Cavli Hubble

Cavli LPWAN modules have eSIM-integrated variants. The Cavli Hubble modem management platform handles device connectivity, remote diagnostics, and over-the-air upgrades for these IoT modules through a single interface, eliminating hurdles in module management.

integrated eSim

integrated eSim

All C-Series LPWAN modules have integrated GNSS support. It allows precise global location tracking by connecting to satellite constellations like GPS and BeiDou. It is crucial for real-time location tracking applications.

Frequency Bands

Frequency Bands

LPWAN Modules like C42GM and C41QS operates on frequency bands M1 / NB1 / NB2 Bands -B1/ B2/ B3/ B4/ B5/ B6/ B8/ B9/ B10/ B12/ B13/ B14/ B15/ B16/ B17/ B18/ B19/ B20/ B24/ B25/B26/ B27/ B28/ B39/ B54/ B65/B66/ B68/ B71/ B90 to enable communication over cellular networks.

Power Characteristics

Power Characteristics

LPWAN/NB-IoT modules like C41QS and C42GM exhibit ultra-low power characteristics to optimize energy consumption. C42GM supports DRx and eDRx power-saving modes to enhance the power efficiency profile.

Connectivity Network Speeds

Connectivity Network Speeds

C41QS and C42GM offer the following connectivity speeds NB1: 60Kbps (UL), 20Kbps (DL), and NB2: 158.5Kbps (UL), 127 Kbps (DL). They also support VoLTE features to enable seamless communication and data transfer.

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Go Beyond and Explore

1.

What is LPWAN?

Low Power Wide Area Network (LPWAN) is a category of wireless technology specifically designed for long-range communications at a low data rate among connected devices. LPWANs are optimized for low power consumption and are capable of operating for long periods of time. Key technologies under the LPWAN umbrella, such as NB-IoT, LoRaWAN, and Sigfox, are highly relevant for IoT applications such as smart metering, agricultural sensors, and smart city applications that require wide area coverage and battery life sustainability.

2.

What is NB-IoT?

Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) is a LPWAN technology developed to enable a wide range of devices and services to be connected using cellular telecommunication bands. NB-IoT is highly suitable for applications that require low data rates, long battery lives, and indoor coverage. NB-IoT leverages the existing LTE network infrastructure but is optimized for minimal power consumption and improved indoor coverage.

3.

Whar are the benefits of using NB-IoT for IoT deployments?

NB-IoT offers several significant advantages for IoT deployments:

  • Low Power Usage: IoT devices can run on the same battery source for several years without replacement, which is crucial for scalable deployments.
  • Deep Penetration: It provides excellent penetration in dense urban environments, making it suitable for smart utilities and smart city infrastructure.
  • Cost Efficiency: NB-IoT devices can be deployed on a lower budget due to their minimal bandwidth requirements and simplified system design.
  • High Connection Density: NB-IoT  supports about 50,000 devices per network cell, making it an excellent option for massive IoT deployments
4.

What are the applications of NB-IoT technology?

NB-IoT is ideal for applications where small amounts of data are transmitted intermittently, and device battery life is critical like Smart Metering, Asset Tracking and Environmental Monitoring.

5.

How does the rollout of 5G technologies affect NB-IoT?

The rollout of 5G technologies enhances NB-IoT by improving coverage, capacity, reliability, and power efficiency. It also provides new capabilities such as network slicing and better scalability, thus supporting more sophisticated IoT applications and increased device densities. For 5G systems to enable NB-IoT support, the 3GPP is also looking at ways for the 5G core network to support the NB-IoT radio access network. This will enable operators to transition smoothly to 5G NR frequency bands while maintaining NB-IoT deployments.

6.

How do NB-IoT and LoRaWAN differ from each other?

While both NB-IoT and LoRaWAN are popular choices for various LPWAN IoT applications, they cater to slightly different needs. NB-IoT operates within the licensed spectrum, offering advantages in terms of service quality and security, making it suitable for critical applications where interference might be a concern. LoRaWAN, on the other hand, operates in the unlicensed spectrum and provides more flexibility in network deployment and management, which can be cost-effective for private network setups and non-critical applications.

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