Raspberry Pi 4G/LTE Cellular Modem Kit
This product includes default components for easy connection to LTE Cat M1/ CAT 1/CAT 4 networks. With the Raspberry Pi LTE Cellular Modem Kit, your Raspberry Pi based projects will access Cat M1/ CAT 1 / CAT 4 data networks all around the world.
$109.00 – $119.00
Description
Raspberry Pi 3G/4G & LTE Base HAT
The Sixfab 3G/4G& LTE Base HAT grants your Raspberry Pi or 40-pin Pi compatible single-board-computer a super-simple interface bridge between mini PCIe cellular modems. With the modems you insert into Base HAT, your Raspberry Pi based projects will access data networks all around the world. This Base HAT enables narrow-bandwidth to high-bandwidth cellular connectivity on your remote devices i.e from low-power consumption LTE-M to ultra-high-speed LTE-Advanced mini PCIe modules are supported. Both UART and USB communication with modules is available on the HAT.
Features
- Fully compatible with Raspberry Pi models that have the 40-pin GPIO header (4, 3, 2, A+). Raspberry Pi Zero may lack performance.
- Easy-to-use, simple setup.
- Clip-in Mini PCIe socket is compatible with worldwide LTE, UMTS/HSPA+ and GSM/GPRS/EDGE coverage with regional or global modules which work with different frequencies & carriers.
- Micro SIM Card socket can easily reachable on the upside of the HAT.
- It can be used standalone with PC/Laptop over micro USB, without stacking with Raspberry Pi.
- The HAT can be powered from an external 5V source by exposed power pins, directly from Raspberry Pi 5V GPIO headers, via micro USB, or optional JST connector on the bottom of the board.
- Efficient and low quiescent current power circuits can hold up to 3Amps.
- Optional Send/Receive AT commands over Raspberry Pi UART or USB port is available
- Taking the module into the Airplane mode, resetting module functions can be accessible over GPIO pins.
- The power of the whole board electronics can be disabled for low-power consumption use cases.
- The modules have built-in GNSS(GPS/GLONASS) receivers for your location-based applications.
- Micro USB is used to connect the modem, it transmits data through the cable to the Raspberry Pi.
- Working temperature range: -40°C ~ 80°C.
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Layout

Dimension
Pinout
Pin Descriptions
Pin Number | BCM Pin | Pin Name | Description |
---|---|---|---|
8 | UART_TX | PCI RX | This pin functions as the serial data input to the module for UART communication. Disconnected by default. |
10 | UART_RX | PCI TX | This pin functions as the serial data output from the module for UART communication. Disconnected by default. |
13 | GPIO27 | USER LED | Active HIGH, to switch on the USER LED, the pin’s state should be HIGH. |
15 | GPIO22 | USER BUTTON | This pin normally pulled-down to ground. When the button is pressed, pin switches to LOW. |
31 | GPIO6 | RI | This pin is Ring indicator functions as the indication for receiving call or SMS, can be calibrated to HIGH or LOW using the AT commands. |
33 | GPIO13 | DTR | When the module is in sleep mode, DTR pin allows to wake the module up by pulling it to LOW. |
35 | GPIO19 | W_DISABLE | This pin is used to turn Airplane Mode on the module, by pulling it HIGH. |
37 | GPIO26 | HAT_PWR_OFF | Power regulator control. Normally pulled-down, when this pin drove to HIGH, Hat’s power will cut off. |
LEDs
- PWR LED When the module is powered up, this RED led turns on
- SGNL LED This BLUE led indicates the status of the connection. When the connection is established and data is being transmitted/received, this led will blink at special intervals. Otherwise, if there is no connection, the led will remain off.
- USER LED It is a programmable user-led can be controlled from the GPIO27 of Raspberry Pi for debugging or just fun.
Buttons
- User Button It is a programmable user button that is connected to GPIO22. It reads HIGH by default.
Modules
Quectel EC25-G
Quectel EG25-G Mini PCIe Specifications
- LTE
- LTE-FDD: B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28
- LTE-TDD: B38, B39, B40, B41
- WCDMA: B1, B2, B4, B5, B6, B8, B19
- GSM: B2, B3, B5, B8
- GNSS(Optional): GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou (Compass), Galileo, QZSS
- Region: Global
- Abundant Protocols: TCP, UDP, PPP, FTP, HTTP, NTP, PING, QMI, NITZ, SMTP, MQTT, CMUX, HTTPS, FTPS, SMTPS, SSL, MMS, FILE
- Certification
- Carrier: Deutsche Telekom/ AT&T/ U.S. Cellular/ T-Mobile*/ Sprint*/ Rogers*/ Telus
- Regulatory: GCF/ CE/ FCC/ PTCRB/ IC/ Anatel/ IFETEL/ SRRC/ NAL/ CCC/ KC/ NCC/ JATE/ TELEC/ RCM/ IMDA/ ICASA/ FAC*/ NBTC*
- Others: WHQL
- Driver Availability:
USB Serial Driver | Windows 7/8/8.1/10, Linux 2.6–5.1, Android 4.x–9.x |
GNSS Driver | Android 4.x–9.x |
RIL Driver | Android 4.x–10.x |
NDIS | Windows 7/ 8/ 8.1/ 10 |
MBIM | Windows 8/8.1/10, Linux 3.18–5.4 |
GobiNet Driver | Linux 2.6–5.4 |
QMI_WWAN Driver | Linux 3.4–5.4 |
“*” means under development.
Telit LE910Cx
Telit LE910C1-NF Mini PCIe Specifications
- 4G bands (MHz): B12, B14, B4, B2, B5, B13, B66, B71
- 3G bands (MHz): B2, B4, B5
- Region: North America
- Carrier: Public safety, AT&T, FirstNet, T-Mobile
- Certification: FCC/PTCRB/ AT&T/ FirstNet / T-Mobile
Telit LE910C1-EU Mini PCIe Specifications
- 4G bands (MHz): B1, B3, B7, B8, B20, B28A
- 3G bands (MHz): B1, B3, B8
- 2G bands (MHz): B3, B8
- Region: Europe – Middle East – Africa
- Certification: RED/GCF/CE
LTE – GNSS Dual u.FL Antenna – 100mm


Features
- 50-ohm impedance
- 100mm cable length
- 2G/3G/4G coverage
- Supported frequency range: 698 – 3600 MHz
- Global LTE bands: B1-B23, B25-B29, B33-B42 ( North America, Europe and Asia included Japan)
- Peak gains are between 3.2dBi-4.dBi at the LTE bands (1695 -3600 MHz) and 0.8dBi for the GNSS (1570-1610MHz)
- Adhesive tape
LTE Full Band PCB Antenna – u.FL Plug – 100mm


Features
- 50-ohm impedance
- 2G/3G/4G coverage
- Supported frequency range: 698~960/1710~2690MHz
- LTE 700, GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900, WCDMA2100, LTE B7 (2500-2690 MHz), LTE B40 (2300 – 2400 MHZ)
- FPC Dimension: 110*20*0.15mm
- Operating temperature: -40°C to +85°C
- u.FL(IPEX) connection
- 100mm cable length
- 3M Self-adhesive
Key Applications
- Container Tracking
- Digital Signage
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Industrial Router
- Industrial Monitoring
- Remote Medical Equipment
- Personal Tracker
- Gambling Machine
- Farm Machinery
- Environment Monitoring
- Fleet Management
- Smart city
- Connected retail


Hey, before you leave
Here is a product that you can use with the modem kit that we handpicked for you
This product is designed to solve the problem of power supply, a persistent challenge for the majority of IoT projects. The uninterruptible HAT will manage sources between batteries and adapters intelligently, ensuring that your device always stays powered without letting your Pi hang up or reset switches seamlessly.
Package Content
- 3G/4G/LTE Base HAT
- Telit LE910C1 or Quectel EG25-G
- LTE Full Band PCB Antenna – u.FL Plug – 100mm
- LTE – GNSS Dual u.FL Antenna – 100mm
- 1x Long Header
- 1x Short Header
- 90-degree Right Angle Micro USB Cable
Glenn –
Hello,
Is there a SIM card that is inserted in order to obtain service? Also, is there GPS capabilities? Thanks.
ensar –
The package does not include a SIM card. Check out Sixfab Connect SIM. This Sixfab Connect SIM provides a global network for high-quality coverage.
Yes, it has GPS capabilities.
Slava –
Amazing kit! Assembled in no time (check raspberrypi official tutorial how to setup your rpi board. I have used model 3, but the tutorial is same for model 4: https://projects.raspberrypi.org/en/projects/raspberry-pi-setting-up), run all commands as described in documentation here: https://docs.sixfab.com/docs/raspberry-pi-3g-4g-lte-base-shield-getting-started using QMI interface. And voila – it works!!! My school dream came true – IOT with NO Borders!!!
I am getting LTE 30/30 Down/Up speed – AMAZING!
Thank you Sixfab for amazing product and clear instructions! Definitely will look for another cool stuff from you!
Best,
Slava