Cavli Wireless has launched a module for IoT applications that require higher data throughput than standard LTE but lower power consumption than full-scale 5G.

The CQM220 5G Reduced Capability (RedCap) module is built on 3GPP Release 17 standards and is available in both LGA and M.2 form factors. It is intended for use in asset tracking, smart logistics, and industrial automation where low-latency data exchange is required.

Technical specifications for the CQM220 include: downlink speeds up to 220 Mbps and uplink up to 120 Mbps, an Arm Cortex-A7 processor with clock speeds up to 1.9 GHz, and integrated dual-band GNSS (L1 and L5) supporting GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo.

The CQM220 also provides LTE Cat 4 fallback for backward compatibility, and support for USB 2.0, PCIe Gen2, I2C, and SPI interfaces.

John Mathew, CEO of Cavli Wireless, said the module’s on-module processing capabilities reduce the need for external microcontrollers, lowering the total bill of materials for manufacturers. The module runs on the OpenWrt operating system and includes a software development kit (SDK) for custom application deployment.

The M.2 variant is targeted at the router and industrial gateway markets, providing a standardised interface for primary or failover WAN connectivity. The modules feature optional eSIM support for integration with the Cavli Hubble management platform.