Semtech’s HL7900 5G LPWA Module Secures Certification from Top U.S. Carriers
- Chinmay
- January 22, 2025
- Internet of Things, News
- 5G LPWA, asset tracking, energy efficiency, global certifications, HL7900 module, IoT innovation, low-power IoT, NB-IoT, semtech, urban navigation
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Semtech Corporation has achieved a significant milestone with its HL7900 Global 5G LPWA module receiving certification from leading U.S. carriers AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon, along with KDDI in Japan. The module has also secured a range of global regulatory approvals, including FCC (USA), ISED (Canada), CE (Europe), JRF/JPA (Japan), and NCC (Taiwan). Industry certifications such as PTCRB and GCF ensure global interoperability, making the HL7900 a top choice for low-power IoT applications worldwide.
Revolutionizing IoT with HL7900
Powered by Sony’s Altair ALT1350 chipset, the HL7900 module offers cutting-edge features for next-generation IoT applications. It boasts a significant reduction in power consumption—up to 80% compared to earlier models—extending the operational life of battery-powered IoT devices.
Key features include:
- Ultra-Low-Power Sensor Hub MCU: Monitors environmental conditions, triggering system activation only when thresholds are reached, optimizing energy use.
- Integrated Sub-GHz and 2.4GHz Radio: Supports short-range protocols like WiSUN and U-Bus Air, combining cellular and wireless connectivity in a single solution to reduce design complexity and costs.
- Integrated GNSS and Wi-Fi Scanning: Enables precise indoor and outdoor tracking for applications such as asset management and urban navigation.
- Future-Proof Platform: Supports 3GPP releases 15, 16, and 17, including NB-IoT over Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN), ensuring connectivity even in areas lacking terrestrial networks.
Simplified IoT Deployment
Semtech’s end-to-end approach streamlines IoT development with features such as:
- Embedded SIM for instant Smart Connectivity access.
- Integrated edge-to-cloud security.
- Secure over-the-air (OTA) updates.
Commercial Availability and Future Goals
The HL7900 is now commercially available, and Semtech is actively pursuing additional carrier certifications to expand its global footprint. The company’s focus on innovation, energy efficiency, and seamless deployment continues to solidify its leadership in the IoT space.
