# Raspberry Pi LTE Cat 6 Communication HAT

**Type:** Product page · **SKU:** WS-24387 · **Brand:** [Waveshare](https://core-electronics.com.au/brands/waveshare-in-australia)
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High-speed LTE-A Cat 6 and multi-constellation GNSS positioning support IoT and M2M on Raspberry Pi and Jetson Nano with plug-and-play integration.

## Pricing

- **Price:** $159.95 (inc GST) — $145.41 AUD, exc GST
- **Quantity discounts:** 5+ $139.59 (exc GST) · 10+ $135.23 (exc GST)

## Availability & dispatch

- Available with a lead time — expect dispatch between Sep 07 and Sep 14.

## Restrictions

**For use in Australia**

- Operate only in bands and with settings that are permitted for your location and application. Check this product’s supported frequencies in the description/specs.
- If you intend to operate outside shared/licence‑exempt conditions (e.g. in other bands, at higher power, with high‑gain antennas, or extended duty cycles), you must have the appropriate authorisation.
 
**For use in other regions**

- Follow the spectrum rules for your country/region and select frequencies and settings accordingly.

A declaration of use will need to be submitted during checkout.

## Description

The Raspberry Pi LTE Cat 6 Communication HAT offers a powerful, high-speed LTE-A Cat 6 connectivity solution combined with integrated GNSS positioning for global location tracking. Ideal for IoT and M2M applications, this HAT supports worldwide cellular bands and multiple network standards.

Designed to enable seamless LTE-A network access on platforms such as Raspberry Pi, PCs, and Jetson Nano, this HAT supports sending SMS, precision GNSS positioning via multiple constellations, and flexible power management. Its plug-and-play compatibility and extensive protocol support make it the perfect choice for developers and prototypers looking for high-speed cellular connectivity in embedded systems.

### Technical Specifications

 | LTE Cat 6 |
|---|
| **Region / Provider** | Global |
| **Dimensions** | 42.0 × 30.0 × 2.3 mm |
| Temperature Range |
| **Operating temperature** | -30 °C to +70 °C |
| **Extended temperature** | -40 °C to +85 °C |
| Frequency Bands |
| **LTE-FDD** | B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B32, B66, B71 (B29/B32 RX only, secondary component carrier) |
| **LTE-TDD** | B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B46 (LAA), B48 (CBRS) (B46 RX only, secondary component carrier) |
| **2xCA** | Intra-band, Inter-band |
| **WCDMA** | B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B8, B19 |
| **GNSS** | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, Galileo |
| Data Rates |
| **LTE-FDD** | 300 Mbps (downlink) / 50 Mbps (uplink) |
| **DC-HSPA+** | 42 Mbps (downlink) / 5.76 Mbps (uplink) |
| **WCDMA** | 384 kbps (downlink and uplink) |

### How to Use/Installation

- Connect the HAT to your Raspberry Pi, PC, or Jetson Nano via the onboard USB 3.1 port (USB 2.0 compatible).
- Attach SMA antennas to the onboard SMA to IPEX connectors for LTE and GNSS signal reception.
- Power the module either through the USB-C connector with a standalone power supply or via the host device USB connection.
- Configure the module using the supplied drivers and software, applicable across Windows, Linux, Android, and Raspberry Pi OS.
- Use the onboard DIP switch and control pins to manage power and reset functions.
 
### Compatibility

 | System | Support |
|---|---|
| Windows | 7, 8, 10, 11 |
| Linux | Ubuntu, Raspberry Pi OS, OpenWRT |
| Android | Supported |
| Hardware Platforms | Raspberry Pi 4B/3B+, Jetson Nano, PCs |
| Modules | QUECTEL and SIMCOM 4G/5G M.2 modules compatible with M.2 B KEY slot |

### What’s Included

- EM060K-GL LTE Cat-6 Communication HAT
- EM060K-GL module
 
### Resources

- Wiki for Raspberry Pi LTE Cat 6 Communication HAT

## Images

- [Product image 1](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/catalog/product/W/S/WS-24387-1.jpg)