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
Published: 2025-12-18 | Updated: 2025-12-30