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SARA-R5 series
LTE-M/NB-IoT modules, integrated GNSS option, Secure Cloud, uCPU, MQTT, 5G-ready
Key features
- Designed to last an IoT lifetime: 5G-ready with the u-blox UBX-R5 chipset
- Product longevity and best support guaranteed by u-blox LTE and GNSS chipsets
- Accurate and reliable positioning, always and everywhere, with u-blox M8 GNSS receiver (SARA-R510M8S) and CloudLocate
- Optimized ultra-low power consumption
- Cost-effective, power efficient, end-to-end IoT communication with MQTT Anywhere and MQTT Flex
- Recommended for evaluation: EVK-R5 evaluation kits
- Alpha Micro technical support offered for maximum benefit for your application
The SARA-R5 series is based on the u-blox UBX-R5 cellular chipset and the u-blox M8 GNSS receiver chip. These LTE-M and NB-IoT modules boast a rich array of 3GPP Rel. 14 features tailored for IoT applications, enhancing power efficiency, coverage, data rates, mobility and positioning. They are primed for 5G, enabling seamless (software) upgrades post-rollout by mobile operators, thereby significantly enhancing scalability and longevity of end-products.
The SARA-R5 series encompasses three hardware configurations catering to diverse IoT requirements. The SARA-R500S serves as a versatile LTE module, suited for applications preferring external GNSS receivers or those not necessitating GNSS functionalities.
The SARA-R510M8S comes pre-integrated with the u-blox M8 GNSS receiver and a distinct GNSS antenna interface, ensuring robust and precise positioning data alongside LTE communication.
Optimized for ultra-low power consumption, the SARA-R510S consumes less than 1 μA of current in PSM mode, making it ideal for battery-powered applications.
In terms of security, the SARA-R5 series boasts top-notch features like secure boot, secure updates and secure production implementations. All variants seamlessly integrate with u-blox AssistNow A-GNSS service and the CellLocate mobile network-based location service.
Leveraging u-blox's communication services – MQTT Anywhere or MQTT Flex – enables reduction in data overhead, airtime, and energy consumption, thereby empowering users to extend device lifecycles, cut costs and enhance ROI. SARA-R5 is certified by AWS IoT Core and Microsoft Azure, ensuring compatibility and interoperability with major cloud platforms.
