SIM7070E-PCIE

RF Transceiver Modules And Modems Overview

The SIM7070E-PCIE is a multi-band Cat-M, Cat-NB, and GPRS module in an mPCIe format designed for the European market. It supports LTE bands B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B8/B12/B13/B14/B18/B19/B20/B25/B26/B27/B28/B31/B66/B72/B85. RF power output is typically 21dBm (Class 5), with Class 2 for B31 and B72. Supply voltage ranges from 3.2V to 4.2V. Data rates include up to 1119Kbps uplink and 589Kbps downlink for Cat-M, and up to 150Kbps uplink and 136Kbps downlink for NB-IoT. Operating temperature spans -40°C to +85°C.

RF Transceiver Modules And Modems Feature Summary

• Supports Power Saving Mode (PSM) and Extended Discontinuous Reception (eDRX) to extend battery life.
• Provides rich interface capabilities including UART, GPIO, PCM, SPI, I2C, and USB.
• Features embedded security protocols such as TLS, DTLS, and LWM2M.
• Compatible with firmware updates via USB and supports FOTA.

RF Transceiver Modules And Modems Applications

• Asset tracking
• Remote monitoring
• Metering
• E-health

RF Transceiver Modules And Modems Procurement Notes

Verify that the specific procurement order matches the mPCIe form factor required by the host system slot. Confirm regional band support aligns with European network operators. Ensure the design accommodates the specified supply voltage range of 3.2V to 4.2V. Check for antenna inclusion status as modules are often supplied without antennas.

RF Transceiver Modules And Modems Selection Notes

Select this module for applications requiring low latency and low throughput data communication in various radio propagation conditions. The mPCIe interface offers flexibility for integration into existing designs compatible with SIM7000/SIM800F/SIM900 packages. Consider the wide operating temperature range for industrial or outdoor deployments.

RF Transceiver Modules And Modems Part Context

This component belongs to the SIM7070 series of LPWA wireless solutions. It is part of the SIM7070-PCIE series, which supports Cat-M, Cat-NB, and optional GPRS/EDGE modes. The module is manufactured by SIMCom Wireless Solutions Limited and targets M2M applications requiring global connectivity.

RF Transceiver Modules And Modems Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. Designers should verify mechanical and electrical compatibility if considering alternative LPWA modules from other manufacturers.