EG25-G 4G LTE Cat 4 Module - 150Mbps IoT M2M | Quectel
Teilenummer: EG25-G-4G-LTE ✓ Aktiv| Menge | Stückpreis | Gesamt |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24.5 | $24,50 |
| 10 | $22.8 | $228,00 |
| 100 | $20.9 | $2.090,00 |
| 500 | $19.2 | $9.600,00 |
| 1.000 | $17.8 | $17.800,00 |
EG25-G-4G-LTE Übersicht
An LTE Cat 4 module is a type of cellular wireless transceiver that provides fourth-generation (4G) broadband connectivity for machine-to-machine (M2M) and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Within the connectivity hierarchy, it sits as a cellular module -> wireless communication device -> network access layer component, and it typically replaces 2G/3G modems in industrial designs migrating to LTE-only networks.
Key features include global band coverage on up to 30 LTE bands from a single SKU, an optional GNSS receiver supporting GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo and QZSS (Qualcomm IZat Gen8C Lite in the -GL variant), and backward compatibility with EDGE and GSM/GPRS networks so devices remain connected in areas lacking 4G or 3G coverage. Peak data rates of 150/50 Mbps suit bandwidth-hungry IoT applications such as video gateways and industrial routers.
Technically, the EG25-G adopts 3GPP Rel. 11 LTE technology and shares the compact unified LGA form factor of Quectel's EC2x series (EC25, EC21, EC20, EC20 R2.0/R2.1) and UC20/UC200T UMTS/HSPA+ modules, allowing drop-in migration between product generations without PCB redesign. A rich set of internet protocols and USB drivers for Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10, Linux and Android simplifies host integration via AT commands.
Typical applications include industrial routers and gateways, vending machines and payment terminals, digital signage and LED screen controllers, and asset trackers requiring GNSS positioning.
Design consideration: use the unified EC2x pinout to future-proof the PCB, and verify antenna matching on the ANT_MAIN and ANT_DIV pads per the Quectel EG25-G Hardware Design guide for optimal RF performance.
This page synthesizes distributor pricing, drop-in alternatives within the Quectel LTE Standard family, and practical design notes not found in the manufacturer datasheet.
Drop-in-Alternativen für EG25-G-4G-LTE – gleiches Gehäuse, Pin-kompatibel. Bauteile mit anderem Gehäuse, die eine PCB-Überarbeitung erfordern, sind ausgeschlossen.
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Modelle derselben Serie, die drop-in-kompatibel sind mit EG25-G-4G-LTE (gleiche Bauform und Footprint).
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EC25-G
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EC21
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DS28EC20+
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UC20
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EG25-G-4G-LTE Spezifikationen (herstellerveröffentlicht)
| Product Type | LTE Cat 4 IoT/M2M module |
| Standard | 3GPP Release 11 |
| Peak Downlink Data Rate | 150 Mbps |
| Peak Uplink Data Rate | 50 Mbps |
| LTE Bands | Up to 30 bands (global, single SKU) |
| Fallback Networks | EDGE, GSM/GPRS backward compatible |
| GNSS | Optional GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS |
| Form Factor | LGA |
| Dimensions | 29.0 x 32.0 x 2.4 mm |
| Compatible Series | Quectel EC2x (EC25, EC21, EC20), UC20, UC200T |
| USB Driver Support | Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10, Linux, Android, eCall |
| Control Interface | AT commands |
| Mini PCIe Variant | EG25-G Mini PCIe, 51.0 x 30.0 x 4.9 mm |
| Antenna Interfaces | ANT_MAIN, ANT_DIV |
| Carrier Certifications | AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon certified (per deployments) |
EG25-G-4G-LTE Schnittstellen & Anschlüsse
EG25-G-4G-LTE bietet die folgenden, vom Hersteller veröffentlichten Schnittstellen und Anschlüsse: USB, PCIe. Pinbelegung der Erweiterungsheader, Nummerierung der Anschlüsse und elektrische Grenzwerte sind in der Herstellerdokumentation definiert.
| USB | Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10, Linux, Android, eCall |
| PCIe | EG25-G Mini PCIe, 51.0 x 30.0 x 4.9 mm |
Siehe die Herstellerdokumentation für die vollständige Pinbelegung der Erweiterungsleiste und die Nummerierung der Steckverbinder-Pins.
Typische Anwendungen
EG25-G-4G-LTE ist geeignet für 6 Anwendungs: Industrial Routers and Gateways, IoT Asset Tracking and Telematics, Digital Signage and LED Screen Controllers, Smart Payment and Vending Machines, Single-Board Computers and Developer Platforms, USB Dongles and Mobile Broadband Adapters.
Industrial Routers and Gateways
The EG25-G's 150 Mbps downlink and 50 Mbps uplink Cat 4 throughput supports broadband backhaul for industrial routers, while fallback to EDGE and GSM/GPRS keeps remote sites online where 4G coverage is absent. Its unified EC2x LGA footprint (29.0 x 32.0 x 2.4 mm) lets gateway vendors qualify a single PCB across EC25/EC21/EC20 and EG25-G SKUs, reducing variants. In deployments such as the MikroTik KNOT, the module provides AT&T- and T-Mobile-certified industrial LTE/BLE/GNSS connectivity in a compact footprint, making it a low-risk choice for factory automation, smart metering and vending infrastructure.
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IoT Asset Tracking and Telematics
With the optional GNSS receiver supporting GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo and QZSS, the EG25-G provides positioning and LTE Cat 4 connectivity from one module, simplifying fleet-tracking and telematics designs. The -GL variant integrates Qualcomm IZat Gen8C Lite location technology for enhanced positioning performance. The 50 Mbps uplink is ample for periodic position reports and CAN-bus data uploads, while the unified form factor allows hardware reuse between tracking and router product lines. AT command control and Linux/Android drivers shorten integration time on embedded host processors.
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Digital Signage and LED Screen Controllers
LED display and digital-signage controllers use the EG25-G to receive content updates over global LTE without fixed broadband. The 150 Mbps downlink comfortably streams video content and firmware images, and single-SKU global band coverage (up to 30 bands) allows one controller BOM to ship worldwide - a key advantage for signage vendors deploying across regions. Products such as the Novastar EG25-G 4G Module and ALFA Network's EG25-G Mini PCIe are specifically marketed for LED screen applications, demonstrating ecosystem maturity, including USB dongle adapters and PCIe carrier boards for retrofit installations.
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Smart Payment and Vending Machines
Vending and unattended payment terminals require always-on, carrier-certified connectivity with a long product lifecycle. The EG25-G addresses this with GSM/GPRS fallback for locations without LTE, 3GPP Rel. 11 compliance, and deployments in certified platforms such as the MikroTik KNOT (originally designed for coffee and vending machines). The 29.0 x 32.0 x 2.4 mm LGA package fits compact terminals, and the unified EC2x footprint future-proofs payment hardware against 3G network sunsets by allowing a drop-in swap to LTE SKUs without PCB respin.
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Single-Board Computers and Developer Platforms
The EG25-G is the factory-fitted LTE modem of the PinePhone, and Quectel publishes Linux and Android USB drivers plus full hardware design and reference design documents, making it a de facto standard for SBC and custom embedded platforms. The 150/50 Mbps Cat 4 rates suit development, remote management and moderate video use cases, while AT command control enables straightforward host integration on ARM SoCs. The EG25-G Reference Design (Rev. V1.0) and Hardware Design guide V1.4 give engineers antenna, power and layout templates, shortening time-to-market for new wireless-enabled boards.
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USB Dongles and Mobile Broadband Adapters
The EG25-G powers numerous 4G LTE USB dongles and adapter products, offering global band support, reliable low-signal performance, and host compatibility through standard USB interfaces and AT commands on Windows, Linux and Android. Dongle vendors select this module for its single-SKU global coverage and mature driver stack across Windows XP through Windows 10. For engineers prototyping cellular connectivity, a USB dongle based on the EG25-G provides identical modem behavior to the soldered LGA part, allowing AT-command-level software development to proceed before hardware integration.
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Zusammenfassung der empfohlenen Produkte
Technische Referenzdaten für EG25-G-4G-LTE – Vergleich, Designhinweise und Compliance-Informationen.
Auswahlhilfe
Vergleich mit Alternativen
| Parameter | Dieses Produkt | EC25-G | EC21 | EG25-GL | UC20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | LGA 29.0 x 32.0 x 2.4 mm | LGA 29.0 x 32.0 x 2.4 mm - same | LGA 29.0 x 32.0 x 2.4 mm - same | LGA 29.0 x 32.0 x 2.4 mm - same | LGA 29.0 x 32.0 x 2.4 mm - same |
| Brand | Quectel | Quectel | Quectel | Quectel | Quectel |
| Technology | LTE Cat 4 (3GPP Rel. 11), GSM/GPRS fallback | Multi-mode LTE Cat 4 + UMTS/HSPA+ | LTE Cat 4 multi-mode | LTE Cat 4 + integrated GNSS | UMTS/HSPA+ (3G) |
| GNSS | Optional (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS) | Optional | Optional | Qualcomm IZat Gen8C Lite integrated | Optional |
| Band Coverage | Up to 30 bands, global single SKU | Global (14 regional variants in family) | Regional variants | North America-optimized | Regional variants |
| Footprint Compatibility | EC2x / UC20 unified LGA | Same EC2x footprint | Same EC2x footprint | Same EG2x/EC2x footprint | Same unified footprint |
Wichtigste Unterscheidungsmerkmale
- LTE-only global single SKU with 2G fallback (vs. EC25-G)
- Field maturity for global migration designs (vs. EG25-GL)
- Higher throughput than legacy 3G in the same footprint (vs. UC20)
Designhinweise
Lay out the module land pattern exactly per the Quectel EG25-G Reference Design (Rev. EG25-G_Reference_Design_V1.0) to preserve compatibility with EC25, EC21, EC20 and UC20 modules on the same PCB. The unified EC2x form factor is Quectel's migration path from 2G/3G to LTE, so resist the temptation to reassign pads; using the standard pinout keeps future SKU swaps drop-in. Follow the EG25-G Hardware Design guide V1.4 for keep-out zones under the module and ground via stitching around the LGA perimeter.
Route the ANT_MAIN antenna pad with a 50-ohm controlled-impedance trace kept as short as possible; the EG25-G provides ANT_MAIN and ANT_DIV pads for main/diversity operation, and the Hardware Design guide V1.4 documents AT commands for antenna switching on these pads. Use IPEX/U.FL connectors for external antennas during prototyping (as in the ADLINK evaluation kit's IPEX-to-SMA cables) and verify matching with a VNA before finalizing the PCB, since LTE Cat 4 uplink power depends heavily on antenna return loss.
When migrating from EC25-EU or EC20 regional variants to the global EG25-G, re-validate band support and carrier certification (AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon requirements differ) rather than assuming firmware equivalence. Also confirm the GNSS option: GNSS is optional on EG25-G and integrated on the -GL variant via Qualcomm IZat Gen8C Lite; a design assuming positioning without specifying the correct variant or antenna will fail in the field. Finally, supply adequate peak current on the VBAT rail per the Hardware Design guide during LTE transmission bursts.
Compliance-Informationen
Compliance details not stated in the provided verified data. Carrier certifications (AT&T, T-Mobile; Verizon listed by distributors) apply to specific deployments/variants.
