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SARA-S200

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Cellular Transceiver Module 2.4GHz Antenna Not Included, Castellation Surface Mount
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Overview

The SARA-S200 is a single-band cellular module designed for IoT applications requiring long-range connectivity in the 2.4 GHz spectrum. It features an ARM7 core running at 78 MHz and provides high sensitivity of -133 dBm for robust performance in challenging RF environments. The module is housed in a compact 16 x 26 mm LGA package, making it suitable for space-constrained industrial and consumer devices.

Why Choose This Part

This module offers a wide supply voltage range from 2.2V to 5.5V, simplifying power supply design for battery-operated devices. It provides flexible integration through SPI, UART, and USB 2.0 interfaces, while the high 22 dBm output power ensures reliable uplink communication.

Applications

Industrial IoT Sensors
Ideal for remote monitoring systems where high receiver sensitivity and reliable 2.4 GHz cellular connectivity are required.
Smart Utility Metering
Utilizes low-power modes like Deep Sleep (19 uA) to extend battery life in infrastructure deployments.
Asset Tracking
Small footprint and surface-mount design allow for integration into compact tracking hardware.

Key Specifications

Frequency 2.4GHz
Sensitivity -133dBm
Antenna Type Antenna Not Included, Castellation
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Package / Case 96-SMD Module
Power - Output 22dBm
Voltage - Supply 2.2V ~ 5.5V
Serial Interfaces SPI
RF Family/Standard Cellular
Current - Receiving 105mA
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC
Current - Transmitting 320mA

Getting Started

Designers should integrate the module via the 96-SMD castellation pads, ensuring proper RF trace routing to an external 2.4 GHz antenna as one is not included. Evaluation can be performed using u-blox EVK development kits, and the module supports standard AT commands over UART or SPI for modem control.

Also Consider

BG95-M3 Quectel - A multi-mode LPWA module supporting Cat M1, Cat NB2, and EGPRS with integrated GNSS.
XBee3 Zigbee 3.0 Digi International - An alternative 2.4 GHz module for mesh networking applications instead of cellular-based 2.4 GHz links.