SIMCom -5G
Concise Overview of the 5G Module Roadmap
This SIMCom 5G module roadmap showcases a comprehensive product matrix covering different technical standards, form factors, and application layers.
This SIMCom 5G module roadmap showcases a comprehensive product matrix covering different technical standards, form factors, and application layers.
I. Core Technology and Spectrum Layers
Products are positioned according to their spectrum capability:
- Sub 6GHz + mmW (High Performance/Extreme Speed):
- Supports both Sub-6GHz and Millimeter Wave (mmW) bands.
- Application: Premium FWA (Fixed Wireless Access), enterprise gateways, targeting Gbps-level speeds.
- Sub 6GHz (Widespread/Broad Coverage):
- Supports Sub-6GHz only.
- Application: Most mobile broadband, commercial routers, and Industrial IoT (IIoT), offering wide coverage and high cost-efficiency.
II. Form Factors and Device Compatibility
SIMCom offers various form factors to accommodate different device requirements:
- LGA (Land Grid Array)
- M.2 (Key B/E) Slot-type
- mini-PCIE
- LCC+GA (Leadless Chip Carrier + Ground Array)
III. RedCap: The Emerging Standard for IoT
RedCap (Reduced Capability) is the lightweight 5G standard (Rel-17) for the IoT market, currently in development:
- Application Layer: Focused on mid-tier IoT devices, such as video surveillance and smart meters.
- Competitive Advantage: Replaces traditional 4G solutions by lowering complexity, power consumption, and cost, utilizing 5G's benefits of low latency and long battery life.