Quectel BC65 NB-IoT Multi-band Ultra-compact Module - SATRON electronics
Quectel BC65
NB-IoT Multi-band Ultra-compact Module
  • Compatible with BC66 and BC68 modules
  • Multi Frequency Bands
  • LCC Package
  • 17.7 × 15.8 × 2.2 mm
  • Max. 127Kbps downlink / 158.5Kbps uplink
  • Temperature range of -25°C to +75°C
BC65 is a high-performance multi-band NB-IoT module with extremely low power consumption. The ultra-compact 17.7 mm × 15.8 mm × 2.2 mm profile makes it a perfect choice for size sensitive applications. Designed to be compatible with Quectel GSM/GPRS M66, NB-IoT BC66, BC66-NA, BC68 and BC660K-GL modules in the compact and unified form factor, BC65 provides great convenience for migrating from GSM/GPRS to NB-IoT network.
Adopting surface-mount technology, BC65 is an ideal solution for durable and rugged designs. The low profile and small size of LCC package allow the module to be easily embedded into space-constrained applications and provide reliable connectivity with applications.
Due to its compact form factor, ultra-low power consumption and extended operating temperature range, BC65 is one of the best choice for a wide range of IoT applications, ranging from smart metering, bike sharing, smart wearables, smart parking, smart city, smart safety and asset tracking to home appliances, agricultural and environmental monitoring, etc. Additionally, it provides a complete range of SMS* and data transmission services to meet client-side demands.

Key benefits

  • Power saving design ensures ultra-low power consumption
  • Specialized PSM_EINT for easy module wake-up via external interrupt 
  • Built-in eSIM reserved 
  • Multi-band and rich external interfaces ensuring convenient application
  • Compatible with Quectel GSM/GPRS M66, NB-IoT BC66, BC66-NA, BC68 and BC660K-GL modules, easy for future upgrading and migration
  • Embedded with abundant Internet service protocols
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LTE Cat NB2 BC65
Region/Operator Global
Dimensions (mm) 17.7 × 15.8 × 2.2
Temperature Range
Operating Temperature -25 °C to +75 °C
Extended Temperature -40 °C to +85 °C
Frequency Bands
LTE-FDD B3/ 5/ 8/ 20/ 28
Certifications
Carrier Europe: Vodafone/ Deutsche Telekom/ Telefónica
Regulatory Global: GCF
Europe: CE
Australia/ New Zealand: RCM
Data Rate (Max.)
LTE Cat NB1 Single-Tone DL: 25.5 kbps
UL: 16.7 kbps
LTE Cat NB1 Multi-Tone DL: 25.5 kbps
UL: 62.5 kbps
LTE Cat NB2 DL: 127 kbps
UL: 158.5 kbps
Interfaces
(U)SIM × 1
PSM_EINT × 1 (wake up device via external interrupt)
UART × 3 (Main/ Debug/ Auxiliary UART)
RESET × 1
PWRKEY × 1
NETLIGHT × 1
Antenna × 1
ADC × 1 (10 bits)
RI × 1
Enhanced Features
PSM_EINT for Module Wake-up
ECID: Enhanced Cell ID
RAI: Release Assistance Indication
OTDOA: Observed Time Difference of Arrival
DFOTA: Delta Firmware Upgrade Over-The-Air
(U)SIM Detection
Software Features
Protocol Stacks UDP/ TCP/ SNTP/ MQTT/ CoAP*/ PPP/ TLS/ DTLS
AT Command 3GPP Rel-13/ Rel-14
Quectel Enhanced AT Commands
Electrical Features
Supply Voltage Range 3.2–4.2 V, typ. 3.8 V
Power Consumption (Typical) 4 μA @ PSM
1.0 mA @ Idle Mode, DRX = 2.56 s, ECL0

Notes:
1. *: Under development.
2. ●: Supported.