Product Overview
The NL668-CN-01 is a 4G LTE Cat 4 wireless module from Fibocom (广和通) based on the MiniPCIe form factor. It supports multi-mode operation including LTE FDD/TDD, WCDMA, TD-SCDMA, EVDO, CDMA, and GSM/GPRS/EDGE networks, making it compatible with all major network operators in China. The module features data transfer rates up to 150Mbps (DL) / 50Mbps (UL), integrated TCP/IP protocol stack, and multiple interfaces including USB, UART, and PCM audio. The -01 variant supports MAIN antenna only with 2+1 MCP configuration.
Key Specifications
| Module Type | 4G LTE Cat 4 Module |
| Form Factor | MiniPCIe |
| Dimensions | 51.0 x 30.0 x 4.9 mm |
| LTE Category | Cat 4 |
| Max Data Rate | 150Mbps DL / 50Mbps UL |
| LTE FDD Bands | B1, B3, B5, B8 |
| LTE TDD Bands | B34, B38, B39, B40, B41 |
| WCDMA Bands | B1, B8 |
| TD-SCDMA Bands | B34, B39 |
| Power Supply | 3.3V ~ 4.3V (Typ. 3.8V) |
| Operating Temp | -40°C ~ 85°C (extended) |
Features
- Multi-mode: LTE FDD/TDD, WCDMA, TD-SCDMA, EVDO, CDMA, GSM
- China full-network coverage (China Mobile / Unicom / Telecom)
- LTE Cat 4: 150Mbps DL / 50Mbps UL
- MiniPCIe standard form factor
- Embedded TCP/IP and UDP/IP protocol stack
- AT command control (3GPP TS 27.007 + proprietary)
- USB 2.0 high-speed interface
- UART serial interface
- PCM/I2S digital audio interface
- SMS (Text and PDU modes)
- Voice support: VoLTE, AMR, HR, FR, EFR
- DFOTA firmware upgrade support
- GNSS support (optional)
- Driver support: Linux, Windows, Android
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Applications
- Industrial routers and gateways
- M2M (Machine-to-Machine) communication
- Smart metering and smart grid
- IoT devices and sensors
- Vehicle telematics (C-V2X)
- Public safety and security systems
- Digital signage and vending machines
- Remote monitoring and control