Quectel EC21 IoT/M2M-optimised LTE category 1 module

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Quectel EC21 is a series of LTE category 1 modules optimised specially for M2M and IoT applications. It features low-power LTE connectivity and delivers M2M-optimised speeds of 10 Mbps downlink and 5 Mbps uplink. These make the product suitable for IoT applications that are not reliant on high-speed connectivity but still require the longevity and reliability of LTE networks.

The device is compatible with the Quectel UMTS/HSPA+ UC20 module and multimode LTE EC20/EC25 module in the compact and unified form factor. It contains nine variants and is backwards-compatible with existing EDGE and GSM/GPRS networks, ensuring that it can easily migrate to LTE from 2G or 3G networks.

The product supports Qualcomm IZat location technology Gen8C Lite (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo and QZSS). The integrated GNSS simplifies product design and provides quick, dependable positioning.

A rich set of internet protocols, industry-standard interfaces and abundant functionalities extend the applicability of the module to a wide range of M2M and IoT applications such as smart metering, wearable devices, environmental monitoring, asset tracking, fleet management, security and alarm systems, and so on.