InHand Networks FB23 (CAT 1) and FB38 (CAT 4) Verizon Wireless end-device certified modems are specially designed to help OEMs integrate LTE connectivity and conduct rapid development. Featuring low power consumption, low cost, and high performance, the FB23 and FB38 modems are also ideal alternatives to the aging 3G/2G.
With ultra-small size and the compact connector interface, the FB23 and FB38 can be easily integrated into customers’ devices and are perfect for IoT and M2M applications including retail, ATM/POS, digital signage, remote monitoring, smart metering, healthcare and more.
InHand Networks FB23 (CAT 1) and FB38 (CAT 4) are carrier end-device certified for Verzion Wireless, which provides an easy and low-cost way for customers to integrate LTE connectivity to their IoT devices.
● Verizon ODI certified for immediate use
● Integrated with 2 U.FL antenna interfaces and SIM card slot
● Accelerate time to market
● Extended 3 years warranty
3G is going away soon. Verizon Wireless has stopped activating any new CDMA devices and plans to sunset its CDMA 1X network (1X/EVDO, 2G/3G) on December 31, 2019. Featuring better technical features than 2G/3G, as well as low cost and low power consumption, the FB23 LTE CAT 1 pre-certified modem provides an easy path for LTE migration.
● LTE CAT 1: 10 Mbit/s Downlink and 5Mbit/s uplink, ideal for M2M/IoT
● Lower latency, better performance in various applications
● Low power, extended battery life
● Future proof, easy migration
The FB23 and FB38 are the smallest in the InHand IoT modem family. The small footprint and other physical features provide flexibility for customers to conduct the integration.
● Dimension: 46mmx30mmx0.4mm
● 4FF Nano SIM card slot
● 2 U.FL antenna connectors
● Wide voltage range 3.0V to 4.5V, Wide temp range -40~85°C
We provide one-stop package including competitive data plans that are ideal for industrial and commercial IoT applications.
● Support InHand Device Manager Cloud - easily monitor your devices and data usage
● Contact your sales representive or call us to get a quote
| Specifications | FB23 | FB38 | |
| Network | |||
| LTE Category | LTE CAT 1 | LTE CAT 4 | |
| Frequency Bands | LTE B4, B13 | LTE B2, B4, B5, B13, B17 UMTS 850, 1900 | |
| Speed | Download: 10Mbps Upload: 5Mbps | Download: 100Mbps Upload: 50Mbps | |
| Interface | |||
DIP Connector | 2x12pins 2mm DIP connectors | 2x12pins 2mm DIP connectors | |
Power Supply | Normal operating range: 3.3V to 4.4V Extended operating range: 3.0V to 4.5V | Normal operating range: 3.4V to 4.35V Extended operating range: 3.2V to 4.35V | |
| Serial Port (TTL) | TXD, RXD, CTS, RTS, and GND | ||
| USB Port | USB D+, USB D-, VUSB, and GND | ||
| SIM Holder | 4FF Nano SIM card holder | ||
Antenna Connector | 2 U.FL antenna connectors | ||
| Mechanical | |||
| Dimension (mm) | 46 x 30 x 10.4 | ||
| Installation | 2 x φ2.6 hole | ||
| Power Consumption | |||
| Idle Mode | 1.1 mA | 1.3 mA | |
| Active Mode | 29.5 mA | 48 mA | |
| LTE-connected Mode | 540 mA Maximum | 660 mA Maximum | |
| Environment | |||
| Humidity | 5~95% relative humidity (noncondensing) | ||
| Storage Temp. | -40~85°C | ||
| Working Temp. | -40~85°C | ||
| Certification | |||
| FCC, IC, Verizon Wireless | |||
| Warranty | |||
| 3 Years | |||
| Part Number | LTE Category | Band | |
| FB23 | LTE CAT 1 | LTE B4, B13 | |
| FB38 | LTE CAT 4 |
LTE B2, B4, B5, B13, B17 UMTS 850, 1900 |
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