The BG951 is a series of ultra-compact LPWA modules with an integrated GNSS engine that supports LTE Cat M1 and LTE Cat NB1/NB2* bands. It is fully compliant with the 3GPP E-UTRA Release 13/14 specification and provides global carrier band combinations.
The series features the MIPS 5150 processor and ultra-low power consumption by leveraging the integrated RAM and flash to achieve extremely low current consumption in various standby/hibernation modes, including 3GPP PSM and eDRX. The BG951 also contains a GNSS and cellular-based location engine that supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou, and QZSS. BG951 also boasts a comprehensive hardware-based security feature – Integrated Security Elements (ISE).
With an ultra-compact SMT form factor of 23.6mm ×19.9mm × 2.2mm and a high integration level, the series enables integrators and developers to design applications easily leveraging its low power consumption and compact structure. The BG951’s advanced LGA package allows for fully automated manufacturing required for large-scale applications. A rich set of Internet protocols, industry-standard interfaces, and abundant functionalities allows the series to serve a wide range of IoT applications, such as wireless POS, smart metering, tracking, wearable devices, and many more.
Key Features
- Extremely compact LTE Cat M1/NB1/NB2 module with ultralow power consumption
- Integrated RAM and flash
- Super slim profile in an LGA package
- Embedded with abundant Internet service protocols
- Support for VoLTE (Cat M1 only), QuecLocator® and DFOTA
- A rich set of external, multi-band interfaces that ensure convenient applications
- Fast time-to-market: Reference designs, evaluation tools, and timely technical support minimize time and effort in design and development
- Robust mounting and interfaces
Specification
Manufacturer | Quectel |
Part Number | BG951A-GL |
Description | Ultra Low Power CAT M1/NB-IoT Module |
3GPP Release | Release 14 |
Cellular Standards | CAT M1 ( LTE-M) , NB-IoT (Cat NB1/NB2) |
Region/Operator | Global |
Dimensions | 23.6 × 19.9 × 2.2 mm |
Package | LGA |
Weight | Approx. 2.15g |
Operating Temperature | -35 °C to +75 °C |
Extended Temperature | -40 °C to +85 °C |
Frequency bands | Cat M1 (LTE-M, eMTC) : B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B8/B12/B13/B18/B19/B20/B25/B26/B27/B28/B66 NB-IoT (Cat NB1/NB2): B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B8/B12/B13/B17/B18/B19/B20/B25/B28/B66 |
Data Rate | Cat M1: 588 (DL)/1119 (UL) Cat NB2: 127 (DL)/158 (UL) |
SMS | Yes |
Interface | USB 2.0, UART, PCM, I2C, ADC, GPIO |
Currents | 1.5 μA (Power Saving Mode) |
Transmitted Power | 23 dBm |
Uplink Data Rate | 158.5 kbps NB-IoT (Cat NB1/NB2), 1119 kbps NB-IoT (Cat M1) |
Supply Voltage | VBAT_BB / VBAT_RF: 2.2–4.35 V, typ. 3.3 V |
Certifications | Global: GCF Europe: CE North America: PTCRB America: FCC Canada: IC South Korea: KC Japan: JATE/TELEC Australia/New Zealand: RCM |
Documents
Datasheet: BG951