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Digi XBee 3 Cellular LTE-M/NB-IoT modem

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Compact, flexible cellular connectivity for IoT devices and gateways

 
  • One hardware platform for use on LTE-M/NB-IoT networks with multi-band support to integrate with many carriers
  • FCC certified and carrier end-device certified
  • Integrated MicroPython programmability for edge compute
  • MQTT support for Microsoft Azure and Amazon AWS
  • Low power consumption optimized for long battery life
  • Enhanced with Digi TrustFence® security framework
  • Manage and configure with Digi XCTU® and Digi Remote Manager®
  • Digi XBee® Transparent and API modes simplify design
  • CE/RED certified and network tested
  • Bluetooth® Low Energy for beaconing, connecting to Bluetooth sensors and local configuration using the Digi XBee Mobile app
  • Modem includes SIM and ready to activate. Visit shop.digi.com to activate service.

Digi XBee® 3 modules accelerate time to market for designers, OEMs and solution providers by quickly enabling wireless connectivity and easy-to-add functionality. Building on industry-leading technology, pre-certified Digi XBee 3 modules offer the flexibility to switch between multiple frequencies and wireless protocols as needed.

Digi XBee 3 modules are the latest addition to the expanding Digi XBee Ecosystem of wireless modules, gateways, software and development tools – all engineered to accelerate development and deployment. Ideal for low-data (typically <5 MB per month and where latency is not critical), low-power, low-cost applications, Digi XBee 3 Cellular LTE-M/NB-IoT modules feature a power saving mode which extends sleep time and battery life.

With Digi Remote Manager®, Digi XBee 3 modules can be easily configured and controlled from a simple, central platform. Built-in Digi TrustFence® security, identity and data privacy features use more than 175 controls to protect against new and evolving cyber threats. Standard Digi XBee API frames and AT commands, MicroPython and Digi XCTU® software tools simplify adding functionality, set-up, configuration and testing.

The Smallest End-Device Certified Modem for Cellular Networks

End-Device Certified

Digi XBee cellular modems are pre-certifed to work on a cellular network, saving OEMs months of time and thousands of dollars

The Smallest Form Factor

Just 24mm x 33mm with the authentic 20-pin XBee footprint we all know and trust

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XCTU

Next Generation Configuration Platform for Digi XBee

  • XCTU is free and compatible with Windows, MacOS and Linux.
  • Simple wireless network configuration and architecture.
  • Simple development tool for quickly building XBee API frames.
  • Explore and read firmware release notes.
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Best-in-class monitoring and management ensures you can scale your deployment to a fleet of any size. Digi Remote Manager® gives you a single, secure platform to access data and manage devices from anywhere. Simple, secure control keeps your deployments on track — edit configurations, update firmware, monitor, schedule and automate tasks — all from your desktop or tablet.

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Specifications Digi XBee® 3 Cellular Smart Modem, LTE-M/NB-IoT
HARDWARE
CELLULAR CHIPSET u-blox SARA-R410M-02B
FORM FACTOR Digi XBee® 20-pin through-hole
ANTENNA OPTIONS 1 U.FL (Cellular), 1 U.FL (Bluetooth®)
DIMENSIONS 24.38 mm x 32.94 mm (0.96 in x 1.3 in)
OPERATING TEMPERATURE -40º C to 85º C (-40º F to 185º F)
SIM SIZE 4FF Nano
INTERFACE AND I/O
DATA INTERFACE UART, SPI, USB
OPERATING MODES (LTE-M) Transparent and API over serial, PPP over USB
OPERATING MODES (NB-IoT) Transparent, API, UDP
SECURITY Digi TrustFence® security with Secure Boot and Protected JTAG
CONFIGURATION TOOLS Digi XCTU® (Local), Digi Remote Manager® (OTA)
EMBEDDED PROGRAMMABILITY MicroPython with 512 KB Flash / 64 KB RAM
I/O 4 ADC lines (10-bit), 13 Digital I/O, USB, I2C
BLUETOOTH Bluetooth Low Energy Ready
CELLULAR CHARACTERISTICS
TRANSMIT POWER Up to 23 dBm
RECEIVE SENSITIVITY (LTE-M) -105 dBm
RECEIVE SENSITIVITY (NB-IoT) -113 dBm
CARRIER APPROVALS AT&T End Device Certified (LTE-M)
Verizon End Device Certified (LTE-M)
Bell End Device Certified (LTE-M)
Telus End Device Certified (LTE-M)
Compatible with other carriers offering LTE-M and NB-IoT services (see supported bands below)
SUPPORTED BANDS Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28 and 39
DOWNLINK/UPLINK SPEEDS (LTE-M) Up to 375 kb/s
DOWNLINK/UPLINK SPEEDS (NB-IoT) Up to 27.2 kb/s Downlink, 62.5 kb/s Uplink
DUPLEX MODE Half-Duplex
POWER REQUIREMENTS
SUPPLY VOLTAGE 3.3 - 4.3 VDC
PEAK TRANSMIT CURRENT 550 mA w/ Bluetooth disabled; 610 mA w/ Bluetooth enabled
AVG TRANSMIT CURRENT (LTE-M) 235 mA
AVG TRANSMIT CURRENT (NB-IoT) 190 mA
POWER SAVE MODE 20 uA
DEEP SLEEP 10 uA
REGULATORY APPROVALS**
FCC (USA) MCQ-XB3M1
IC (CANADA) 1846A-XB3M1
CE / RED (EUROPE) Complete
RCM (AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND) Complete
WARRANTY
PRODUCT WARRANTY 1-year
**Visit https://www.digi.com/resources/certifications for latest certifications
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