BG96MATEA-128-SGN

BG96MATEA-128-SGN is a Quectel BG96 multi‑mode cellular module with integrated GNSS, designed for IoT devices requiring cellular connectivity and positioning.
Key points
- Cellular: LTE Cat M1/NB-IoT and GPRS/EDGE for global coverage; supports data, SMS, and circuit-switched services as available.
- GNSS: onboard positioning engine (GPS/GLONASS/BeiDou/Galileo) for outdoor location and tracking.
- Interfaces: UART and USB for control and data, plus SPI/I2C/GPIOs for peripheral integration.
- Protocols: standard AT commands; supports TCP/UDP, HTTP, MQTT, CoAP, TLS/SSL for secure communication.
- Power and sleep: designed for low power with sleep modes (PSM/eDRX) suitable for battery-powered IoT devices.
- Packaging and use: OEM module intended for integration into customer host boards; requires Quectel design guides, AT command reference, and certification resources.
- Applications: asset tracking, remote monitoring, smart metering, wearables, and other IoT deployments needing cellular connectivity with location.
How to start
- Obtain hardware/design guides and AT manual from Quectel.
- Connect via UART/USB, insert SIM, issue AT commands to attach to network, and enable GNSS.

Here are the typical features of BG96MATEA-128-SGN (BG96 family) in concise form:
- Multi-band LTE Cat M1 and Cat NB1/NB-IoT with 2G (EGPRS) fallback for global coverage
- Optional integrated GNSS engine (GPS/GLONASS/BeiDou/Galileo) for standalone positioning
- Data and messaging: TCP/UDP/IP, TLS/DTLS, MQTT/CoAP, HTTP(S); SMS support
- Firmware Over-The-Air (FOTA) updates
- Power management: supports deep-sleep/PSM and eDRX for extended standby
- Interfaces: UART, USB 2.0, SPI, I2C, PWM, ADC; multiple GPIOs
- Security: secure boot, secure storage, hardware crypto acceleration
- Supply and operating range: typical 3.3 V supply (with broad acceptable range); wide operating temperature
- Certifications: GCF/CE/FCC/IC/ROHS and related regulatory approvals
- Software/IP: AT command set for all modem functions; compatible with Quectel tools and SDKs
Note: exact band support, memory/flash sizing, and some I/O counts may vary by production lots or carrier configurations.

LGA (land grid array) 128-pin surface-mount package.

BG96MATEA-128-SGN is a 128-pin LGA module. Its pins provide: power (VBAT, VRTC, VREG), multiple grounds, RF/antenna, SIM (VCC/CLK/DATA/RST), GNSS antenna, high‑speed interfaces (USB 2.0 D+/D-), serial ports (UART TX/RX + RTS/CTS), SPI and I2C, SD/MMC/SDIO signals, digital GPIOs, ADC inputs, PWM outputs, PCM/voice/audio signals, control/status lines (PWRKEY, RESET, NETLIGHT), and debug/test pins. For exact pin numbering, electrical characteristics and pin functions refer to Quectel’s official BG96MATEA-128-SGN hardware datasheet/pinout diagram.

Manufacturer: Quectel Wireless Solutions Co., Ltd.
What kind of company: A Chinese multinational that designs and manufactures wireless cellular IoT modules (LTE-M/NB-IoT, 2G/3G/4G) and GNSS modules, serving global IoT applications.

BG96MATEA-128-SGN is a multi‑mode LTE Cat M1/Cat NB1/EGPRS module for IoT/M2M with extended coverage and low power.
Applications:
- Asset tracking and fleet management
- Smart metering and utility telemetry
- Remote monitoring and automation (industrial/building)
- Smart city and environmental monitoring
- Connected POS, vending, and payment terminals
- Healthcare/medical devices requiring wireless connectivity
- Security and alarm systems
- Agricultural IoT (soil, irrigation, crop monitoring)

Equivalents (LTE Cat‑M1 / NB‑IoT + EGPRS) include: SIMCom SIM7000 series, u‑blox SARA‑R410M (SARA‑R4) series, Sierra Wireless HL7800 series, Telit ME910C (Cat‑M/NB variants), and Fibocom L610 series.