Arduino Portenta CAT.M1/NB IoT GNSS Shield with TX62-W

The Arduino® Portenta CAT.M1/NB IoT GNSS Shield expands the connectivity and positioning capabilities of your Portenta or MKR board, enabling global communication for a wide range of IoT applications. At its core, this shield integrates the Cinterion TX62-W wireless module by Thales, engineered for highly efficient, low-power operation to deliver optimised bandwidth and performance in demanding IoT environments.

By combining the shield with the powerful edge computing capabilities of the Portenta H7, you can develop sophisticated asset tracking and remote monitoring solutions for industrial settings, agriculture, public utilities, and smart city projects. The shield supports both Cat.M1 and NB-IoT cellular networks, with the flexibility to utilise eSIM technology for seamless connectivity. For positioning, you can choose from GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, or BeiDou to track assets across the city or worldwide.

This shield is designed for versatility: you can add NB-IoT, Cat.M1, and positioning to any Portenta product without changing the board, or even create a compact multiprotocol router combining Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular connectivity. Its low-power module greatly reduces communication bandwidth requirements, making it ideal for efficient IoT deployments. The shield is also compatible with MKR boards, offering a flexible solution for prototyping and production.

Key Features

• Low-power Cinterion TX62-W module (by Thales) for efficient IoT communication
• Supports Cat.M1 and NB-IoT networks with eSIM option
• Multi-constellation positioning: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou
• Easy integration with Portenta and MKR boards
• Ideal for asset tracking, remote monitoring, and multiprotocol router applications

Specifications

• Silicon Manufacturer: Thales
• Silicon Core Number: TX62-W
• Kit Contents: GNSS Shield TX62-W
• (