SIMCom's range of Cat 1 bis IoT modules now come with the firmware necessary to support SGP.32 functionality. The GSMA's SGP.32 standard enables connectivity with IoT devices without the need for physical SIM cards or other user interfaces, allowing for the creation of IoT devices with no displays, buttons, or SIM cards to be deployed and updated. As a result, IoT network designers can operate their systems remotely and securely with an eSIM.
Key LTE Cat 1 bis modules from SIMCom with the SGP.32 firmware prepared include A7672 series modules based on the ASR1603 platform, supporting LTE-FDD/LTE-TDD#/GSM#/GPRS#/EDGE# wireless communication modes. SIM7672 series modules are based on the latest QCX216 chipset and support LTE-FDD/LTE-TDD communication. A7683E modules target LTE-FDD. All three modules have a 10-Mb/s (maximum ) downlink rate and a 5-Mb/s uplink rate.
Offered in a LCC+LGA form factor, the modules are compatible with SIMCom NB/Cat M, and/or 2G modules for a smooth migration to LTE Cat 1 products for end-product scalability and upgradability. They also support both multiple built-in network protocols and the drivers for main operation systems (USB driver for Windows, Linux, and Android).
Other available industrial standard interfaces, such as UART, USB, I2C, and GPIO, suit the modules for IoT applications like telematics, POS, surveillance devices, industrial routers, and remote diagnostics .
