Waveshare PCIe to SIMCom/Quectel 5G/4G/3G HAT for Raspberry Pi 5 SIM8262A-M2

This PCIe to 5G/4G/3G HAT is specifically designed for the Raspberry Pi 5, enabling high-speed networking capabilities. It is compatible with 3042/3052 package SIMCom/Quectel 5G modules and supports multiple operating systems.

Important Notice: We are prohibited by module manufacturers SIMCOM/QUECTEL from shipping this product or providing technical support to the following countries/regions: Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Sudan, Syria.

Carrier Certification: The RM530N-GL is currently certified only by T-Mobile. It has not yet obtained certification from carriers such as Verizon or AT&T. If these certifications are required, please choose the RM520N-GL.

Note: Raspberry Pi 5 is not included and is for reference only.

Key Features

• PCIe to 5G HAT+

  • Onboard M.2 (NGFF) Key B slot supports SIM82XX and RM5XX series 5G modules, compatible with 3042/3052 packages.
  • Onboard PCIe connector for direct connection to Raspberry Pi 5's PCIe interface for 5G networking, supporting Raspberry Pi OS and OpenWRT.
  • Onboard Type-C port enables 5G networking for Raspberry Pi or PC via USB cable, firmware updates, or external power input.
  • HAT+ standard design with onboard I2C EEPROM supports Raspberry Pi 40PIN GPIO stackable expansion.
  • Integrated power monitoring chip for real-time voltage, current, and power measurement.
  • Onboard SIM card slot for NANO SIM cards.
  • Onboard Reset button, power, and network indicators for easy debugging and status monitoring.

• 5G Module Options

  Refer to the module specifications and applicable regions below to choose your 5G HAT kit before ordering.

• Customized 5G-4IN1-PCB Antenna

  Included for neat wiring management, supporting top or bottom installation.

5G Module Options: SIMCom/Quectel Compatibility

Tested to support multiple SIMCom/Quectel Qualcomm 5G modules, compatible with 3042 / 3052 size 5G M.2 modules.

Model		RM502Q-AE 5G HAT+	RM520N-GL 5G HAT+	RM530N-GL 5G HAT+	SIM8262E-M2 5G HAT+	SIM8262A-M2 5G HAT+
5G Module		RM502Q-AE	RM520N-GL	RM530N-GL	SIM8262E-M2	SIM8262A-M2
5G Standard		3GPP R15	3GPP R16
5G		Sub-6 GHz		Sub-6G & mmWave	Sub-6 GHz
Applicable Region		Global (except China)	Global		except Americas	Americas
Dimensions		30.0 × 52.0 × 2.3 (mm)			30.0 × 42.0 × 2.3 (mm)
Frequency Band
5G	5G NR	-		n257, n258, n260, n261	n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n77, n78, n79	n2, n5, n7, n12, n13, n14, n25, n30, n41, n48, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79
	5G NR NSA	n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79	n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n13, n14, n18, n20, n25, n26, n28, n29, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n70, n71, n75, n76, n77, n78, n79
	5G NR SA	n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79	n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n13, n14, n18, n20, n25, n26, n28, n29, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n70, n71, n75, n76, n77, n78, n79
LTE	LTE-FDD	B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B32, B66, B71			B1, B3, B5, B7, B8, B18, B19, B20, B26, B28, B32	B2, B4, B5, B7, B12, B13, B14, B25, B26, B29, B30, B66, B71
	LTE-TDD	B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B48			B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43	B41, B46, B48
	LAA	B46			-
UMTS	WCDMA	B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B8, B19	B1, B2, B4, B5, B8, B19		B1, B5, B8	B2, B4, B5
GNSS		GPS / GLONASS / BeiDou (Compass) / Galileo / QZSS (QZSS is not supported on RM502Q-AE)			GPS / GLONASS / BeiDou / Galileo / QZSS
Data Rate
5G mmWave		-		downlink 4 Gbps; uplink 1.4 Gbps	-
5G SA Sub-6		downlink 4.2 Gbps; uplink 450 Mbps	downlink 2.4 Gbps; uplink 900 Mbps		downlink 2.4 Gbps; uplink 500 Mbps
5G NSA Sub-6		downlink 5 Gbps; uplink 650 Mbps	downlink 3.4 Gbps; uplink 550 Mbps
LTE		downlink 2 Gbps; uplink 200 Mbps	downlink 1.6 Gbps; uplink 200 Mbps		downlink 1.0 Gbps; uplink 200 Mbps
UMTS		downlink 42 Mbps; uplink 5.76 Mbps
Note: The above are the supported 5G modules after testing. If you need to use with other 5G modules, please confirm with the module manufacturer for interface and mode compatibility.

Versatile 5G/4G/3G Networking Support

This HAT supports both 5G NSA (4G and 5G co-networking) and SA (5G separate networking), alongside comprehensive 4G/3G internet capabilities.

Note: The frequency band diagram above is for reference only. Please confirm supported bands with your local service provider.

Seamless Connection to Raspberry Pi 5 via PCIe

Utilize the onboard PCIe connector to directly link to your Raspberry Pi 5's PCIe interface for robust 5G networking via the included 16PIN cable.

Note: Image for reference only. Please refer to the Package Content for a detailed part list.

PCIe MHI Driver Porting for Broad OS Compatibility

The Raspberry Pi 5 can load the module via PCIe MHI driver, ensuring compatibility with the latest Raspberry Pi OS and OpenWRT systems.

Raspberry Pi OS

OpenWRT

Networking other devices via network cable

Individually powered and sharing WIFI

USB Connectivity for Windows/Linux Hosts

The onboard Type-C port allows connection to Windows/Linux hosts via a USB cable for 5G networking, firmware updates, or debugging purposes.

Connecting to the Raspberry Pi 4B

Connecting to the PC

Supports Windows/Linux systems via USB port.

Included 5G-4IN1-PCB Antenna

The antenna supports both top and bottom mounting for easy installation and excellent communication performance.

Install on the Bottom

Install on the Top

Integrated Power Monitoring Chip and EEPROM

Real-time monitoring of module voltage, current, and power via I2C. Supports saving HAT+ ID and product information, complying with the HAT+ standard.

Installation Guide

Pinout Definition

Diverse Application Scenarios

Ideal for Industrial Routers, Home Gateways, Set Top Boxes, Industrial Laptops, Consumer Laptops, Industrial PDAs, Rugged Industrial PCs, Digital Signage, and more.

Outline Dimensions