DFRobot LattePanda IOTA M.2 4G LTE Expansion Board
DFRobot LattePanda IOTA M.2 4G LTE Expansion Board is a dedicated accessory designed to add cellular connectivity to a LattePanda IOTA single-board computer (SBC). Featuring an M.2 B-Key slot compatible with 3042-sized modules using USB 2.0 protocol, this DFRobot board allows seamless integration of 4G LTE modules for reliable data transmission in mobile or remote environments. It includes a Nano-SIM card slot and connects to the host via a 4-pin header, ensuring easy installation without soldering. Ideal for IoT applications, robotics, and edge computing projects, this expansion board provides a stable and efficient solution for projects requiring continuous or backup cellular connectivity. Please note that the 4G module, SIM card, and antenna are sold separately.
Features
- Plug-and-play design tailored for the LattePanda IOTA
- Support for standard M.2 B-Key 4G modules
- Allows for the installation of a compatible cellular module, enabling robust and reliable connectivity in locations without Wi-Fi® access
- Engineered for applications requiring constant or remote connectivity
- Utilizes a combination of screw fixation and a direct 4-pin header connection, creating a secure and stable platform that eliminates any need for soldering or complex modifications
- Allows for the rapid deployment of a complete 4G communication system in minutes
- Onboard Nano-SIM card slot
Applications
- 4G-connected mobile rovers
- Remote IoT gateways
- Cellular failover for critical systems
- In-vehicle dashcams and GPS trackers
Specifications
- USB 2.0 host interface (connected via 2.54mm 4-pin header to the LattePanda IOTA)
- M.2 B-Key slot module interface
- USB 2.0 protocol compatible module, 3042 (30.0mm × 42.0mm)
- Nano-SIM card slot
- 52mm × 32.5mm board dimensions
- Screw fixation + pin header insertion mounting method
Kit Contents
- 1x M.2 4G LTE expansion board
- 1x M2 hex standoff
- 2x M2 screws
- 4x M2 washers
- 1x user manual
Required Equipment
- M.2 B-Key 4G LTE module, supports USB 2.0 protocol (3042 size)
- Nano-SIM card (4G/LTE network compatible)
- Matching 4G antenna kit (antenna type depends on selected module)
- Recommended tested modules
- Quectel EM05-CE
- Simcom SIM7600H-G-M2
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