Getting IoT devices to talk and know their location is tricky. A new solution makes connectivity and tracking faster and easier.
Adding cellular connectivity and accurate location tracking to IoT devices can be complex. Engineers often need multiple modules, extra wiring, and significant integration work. ADIY’s EC200U 4G LTE GNSS Development Board and Breakout Board aim to solve this by providing compact, cost-effective solutions that simplify both connectivity and positioning.
The boards use Quectel’s EC200U module and offer LTE Cat 1 speeds up to 150 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload with 3G and 2G fallback for wider coverage. They have integrated multi-constellation GNSS including GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, and QZSS to ensure precise and reliable positioning. This combination supports applications such as smart meters, asset and fleet trackers, remote sensors, and monitoring systems.
Development effort is reduced through a design that integrates essential interfaces and components. The boards include USB and UART ports, SIM card slots, antenna connectors, and onboard power management. Certain variants feature an embedded STM32 microcontroller, enabling standalone operation without an external host MCU.
Key features include:
- High-speed cellular connectivity: LTE Cat 1 with 3G/2G fallback.
- Integrated GNSS: Multi-constellation support for accurate tracking.
- Developer-friendly design: Ready-to-use boards for rapid prototyping.
- Multiple variants: Options with or without GNSS, with or without embedded MCU.
- Flexible power: USB and wide voltage input options for industrial and field use.
- Compact and low power: Optimized for small, battery-powered IoT devices.
The EC200U boards are practical building blocks for engineers, product teams, and makers who need to embed cellular communication and location services quickly and reliably. With this launch, ADIY expands its portfolio of accessible IoT hardware, helping developers meet real-world requirements while accelerating product development at scale.
