The Overview
The SKY66431, a 5G massive IoT system-in-package (SiP), combines Sequans Communications’ Monarch 2 modem with Skyworks’ RF front-end solution. The result, it’s claimed, is the world’s smallest LTE-M/NB-IoT connectivity platform in a single package.
Who Needs It & Why?
Low-power, wide-area network (LPWAN) products have become essential to critical infrastructure, meeting stringent operational requirements for durability, battery lifespan, and reliability. The SKY66431 is designed to address the increasing demand for form-factor-driven cellular LPWAN end points. These include utility meters, asset trackers, security and alert systems, and other battery-powered devices such as medical wearables and fleet management. The number of installed LPWAN devices is expected to reach 2.4 billion by 2026.
Under the Hood
The SKY66431 is a highly integrated multiband, multichip SiP supporting 5G massive IoT platforms, offering high-performance connectivity with ultra-low power consumption. The native 23-dBm front-end module leverages Skyworks’ RF design and advanced packaging expertise that optimizes reliability in demanding environments, allowing for extremely small footprint designs while maintaining simplified PCB design rules. With SiP-form-factor-enabling miniaturization and fully encapsulated silver-free conformal shielding, the device enables ultra-compact, flexible, and robust end-product designs.
The SKY66431 is being certified by several industry and regulatory agencies, as well as multiple network operators. This SiP is available now for select customers, with general availability expected in the first quarter of 2023.