Unlock high-speed global connectivity and precise positioning for your Raspberry Pi, PC, or Jetson Nano with the EM060K-GL LTE Cat-6 HAT. Featuring the EM060K-GL module, this HAT supports LTE-A Cat 6 communication with impressive downlink speeds up to 300Mbps and uplink speeds up to 50Mbps. It also integrates multi-constellation GNSS for accurate global positioning, making it ideal for a wide range of applications.
Supports multiple network standards such as LTE-A and UMTS/HSPA(+)
Integrated multi-constellation high-precision global GNSS positioning, supports cloud platform communication and LTE-A network access
* for reference only, Raspberry Pi board is NOT included
The EM060K-GL LTE Cat-6 HAT integrates LTE-A Cat 6 communication and GNSS positioning, up to 300Mbps downlink and 50Mbps uplink rate, nearly covers all the mainstream carriers worldwide. It can be connected to a PC, Raspberry Pi or Jetson Nano, etc. to easily enable high-speed LTE-A network, supports cloud platform communication, sending SMS, global GNSS positioning, etc.
Key Features
- Integrated Multi-Constellation GNSS: Supports GPS, GLONASS, BDS, and Galileo for precise global positioning.
- Broad Compatibility: Rich network protocols, drivers, and software support for Windows, Linux, and Android systems.
- High-Speed Connectivity: USB 3.1 port (USB 2.0 compatible) for connecting to PC, Raspberry Pi, or Jetson Nano, enabling fast LTE-A networks.
- Flexible M.2 Slot: Standard M.2 B KEY slot, compatible with QUECTEL and SIMCOM series 4G/5G M.2 modules.
- Enhanced Control: Onboard PWR and RST control pins, enabled via DIP switch, for external power and reset management.
- Stable Power Supply: Onboard USB-C connector for standalone power supply, ensuring stability and supporting more loads.
- User-Friendly Design: Onboard power supply switch, reset button, and LED indicator for easy operation and status monitoring.
- Versatile Antenna Options: Reserved 4x SMA to IPEX antenna connectors for flexible antenna placement.
- Efficient Power Circuit: High-efficiency power supply circuit with up to 3A output current.
EM060K-GL Specifications
| LTE Cat 6 | |
|---|---|
| Region / Provider | Global |
| Dimensions | 42.0 × 30.0 × 2.3 (mm) |
| Temperature Range | |
| Operating temperature | -30 °C ~ +70 °C |
| Extension temperature | -40 °C ~ +85 °C |
| Frequency Band | |
| LTE-FDD | B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B32, B66, B71 (B29/B32 support RX only, and are only for secondary component carrier) |
| LTE-TDD | B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B46 (LAA), B48 (CBRS) (B46 supports RX only, and are only for secondary component carrier) |
| 2xCA | Intra-band, Inter-band |
| WCDMA | B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B8, B19 |
| GNSS | GPS/GLONASS/BDS/Galileo |
| Data Rate | |
| LTE-FDD | 300Mbps (DL) / 50Mbps (UL) |
| DC-HSPA+ | 42Mbps (DL) / 5.76Mbps (UL) |
| WCDMA | 384kbps (DL) / 384kbps (UL) |
Product Overview
Connection Examples
For Windows PC Or Jetson Nano Series, Use A USB Cable
For Raspberry Pi 4B/3B+, Or CM4-IO-BASE-A/B, Use The Purpose-Made USB Adapter
Connecting with Raspberry Pi 4B
Connecting with Raspberry Pi 3B+
Connecting with CM4 baseboard
Advanced GNSS Positioning
Supports GPS, GLONASS, BDS, Galileo and base station positioning
Standard Raspberry Pi 40PIN GPIO Header
Compatible with Raspberry Pi series and Jetson Nano, stackable design for more HATs
for reference only, please check the Package Content for the detailed part list
M.2 B KEY Slot Compatibility
Compatible with EM06-E and EM060K-GL series modules
| LTE Cat 6 | EM06-E | EM060K-GL |
|---|---|---|
| Region / Provider | EMEA/APAC①/Brazil | Global |
| Operating temperature | -30 °C ~ +70 °C | |
| Extension temperature | -40 °C ~ +85 °C | |
| Dimensions | 42.0 × 30.0 × 2.3 (mm) | |
| Power supply | 3.135~4.4 V, typical 3.7 V | |
| Power consumption | 50 μA @ shutdown 4.1 mA @ hibernate, typical 22.1mA @ idle | 62 μA @ shutdown 2.71 mA @ hibernate, typical 16.57mA @ idle |
| Frequency band | ||
| LTE-FDD | B1, B3, B5, B7, B8, B20, B28, B32② | B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29③, B30, B32③, B66, B71 |
| LTE-TDD | B38, B40, B41 | B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B46③ (LAA), B48 (CBRS) |
| 2xCA | B1+B1, B5, B8, B20, B28; B3+B3, B5, B7, B8, B20, B28; B7+B5, B7, B8, B20, B28; B20+B32②; B38+B38; B40+B40; B41+B41 | Intra-band, Inter-band |
| WCDMA | B1, B3, B5, B8 | B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B8, B19 |
| GNSS | GPS/GLONASS/BeiDou (Compass)/Galileo/QZSS(optional) | GPS/GLONASS/BDS/Galileo |
| Data rate | ||
| LTE-FDD | 300Mbps (DL); 50Mbps (UL) | 300Mbps (DL); 50Mbps (UL) |
| LTE-TDD | 226Mbps (DL); 28Mbps (UL) | |
| DC-HSPA+ | 42Mbps (DL); 5.76Mbps (UL) | |
| WCDMA | 384kbps (DL); 384kbps (UL) | |
| Note | ① Japan and CMCC are NOT included. ② For EM06-E, B32 is only used for receiving in LTE-FDD, and is only for secondary component carrier in 2×CA. ③ For EM060K-GL, LTE-FDD B29/B32 and LTE-TDD B46 are used for receiving only, and are only for secondary component carrier. | |
What's On Board
- Raspberry Pi GPIO header: For connecting with Raspberry Pi.
- DIP switches: Enable power control and reset pins.
- M.2 slot: Compatible with most SIMCom and QUECTEL 4G/5G modules in M.2 form factor.
- SIM card slot 1: One of the 2x SIM card slots, dual card single standby.
- USB 3.1 port: USB 2.0 compatible, for connecting with different hosts.
- USB Type-C port: 5V 3A input, stable and flexible power supply.
- Audio jack: SIM7600X/SIM8XXX series supports audio function, but RM5XX/EM06XX series temporarily does not support this function.
- Antenna connector: Supports quad antennas.
- Reset button.
- Power supply switch: Switch the power supply mode. When set to USB, the module is powered via the "5. USB3.1 port". When set to EXT PWR, the module is powered by the external power supply via the "6. USB Type-C port".
- Indicator: Easy to monitor the operating status of the module.
- Cooling fan: Better heat dissipation for both Raspberry Pi and the 5G module.
- SIM card slot 2: Switchable via AT command.
- Module settings switch: Switch A to ON for SIM7600X/A7906X/SIM7906X/SIM7912X series 4G M.2 modules; Switch B to ON for SIM8202X/SIM8200EA/SIM8262X series 5G M.2 modules; Switch C to ON for RM50X/RM520N-GL/EM06X series 5G/LTE-A M.2 modules.
- USB 2.0 interface pads.
- NAU8810X Audio Chip: For SIM7600X/SIM8XXX series modules, RM5XX and EM06XX series modules temporarily does not support this function.
- Fan Header: 5V cooling fan power supply.
Application Examples
LTE-A Wireless Router
Combined with OpenWrt, turns the Raspberry Pi into a LTE-A wireless router, providing WiFi hotspot for smartphones to easily access the LTE-A Network.
LTE-A Live Streaming
While mounting an additional camera, it is able to do live streaming on webpage or live platform through ffmpeg video stream.