Coaxial cables (or ‘coax cables’) are designed to transmit radio frequency (RF) signals with minimal loss and interference. Coax cable selection can make a huge difference to the performance of your system. The attenuation, frequency range, shielding, and even bend radius all play a role in how well your RF design works.

We supply high-quality RF micro-coax and full-size RF coax assemblies to our customers. We build these for consistent, reliable performance across a wide range of applications. Whether you’re developing compact IoT devices, integrating antennas into consumer electronics, or building communication and industrial equipment, our cables are designed to deliver clean, stable signals without unnecessary loss or interference.

Our range covers everything from ultra-thin micro-coax options like 0.81mm, 1.13mm, 1.32mm, and 1.37mm all the way up to thicker, low-loss coax such as RG-series cables and LMR types up to LMR400. We can produce almost any connector combination you need – including U.FL, MHF, MMCX, MCX, SMA, SMB, TNC, N-Type, and others – with assemblies customized to your required lengths, connector orientations, labels, and electrical specifications.

We manufacture every cable with care then inspected and tested them to ensure stable performance in high-frequency environments. Whether you need a standard off-the-shelf item or a custom build for a specific design, we focus on delivering cables that meet the technical requirements of your project and integrate cleanly into your system.

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Cellular modules enable connected devices to communicate over mobile networks. They provide standardized interfaces, integrated baseband processors, RF hardware and pre-certified compliance for various mobile network technologies such as 2G, 3G, 4G/LTE, LTE-M, NB-IoT and 5G.

As the IoT has expanded across industries, cellular connectivity has become essential for applications requiring wide-area coverage, high reliability and long-term deployment. They also come in a wide range of form factors, including LGA, LCC, Mini PCIe, and M.2. This allows designers to select based on size, cost, versatility, power requirements, durability and more. Many cellular modules also include GNSS for location tracking, embedded SIM (eSIM) support, integrated antennas, and advanced security features.

The variety of cellular modules available allows IoT device designers to target an enormous range of applications. Some key sectors are telematics, transportation, smart cities, industrial IoT, energy and utilities. Innovators in telematics and transportation for instance use them for fleet tracking, dashcams, and logistics sensors. In smart cities, designers integrate cellular modules for waste management and environmental monitoring. In industrial IoT, energy and utilities, use cases include predictive maintenance, smart meters, and grid sensors.

For IoT device designers, the evolution of cellular modules presents many commercial opportunities, including faster time-to-market, global deployments, and scalability. Long-term viability can also be ensured by using 4G, LTE-M, NB-IoT or 5G modules. As IoT adoption grows across enterprises, municipalities and consumer markets, designers who understand how to deploy cellular modules are well-positioned to build competitive, scalable and future-ready products.

Quectel offers a vast range across all types of cellular IoT module. These include 4G LTE modules that provide higher bandwidth, low latency and improved stability over 2G and 3G. LPWA modules on the other hand are engineered for long battery lives, deep indoor penetration and low cost. Meanwhile, 5G modules deliver ultra-fast speeds, massive device density and extremely low latency. For detail on our full offering, please select from the options below.

5G modules

2 November 2021

Smart modules

22 April 2022

LPWA modules

8 November 2021

4G modules: LTE Cat 1 bis

10 February 2026

4G modules: LTE-A

22 February 2022

4G modules: LTE

22 April 2022

Automotive modules

8 November 2021

2G/3G modules

24 March 2024

LTE antennas, also known as 4G antennas, connect IoT devices to LTE cellular networks, part of the 4G wireless standard. They enable long-distance, high-speed data transfer without relying on Wi-Fi or wired connections. These antennas provide wide-area coverage, reliable connectivity, and independence from local networks.

LTE antennas are especially useful for mobile or remote deployments and typically support LPWA connections through LTE-M and NB-IoT networks, making them ideal for tracking, monitoring, and remote data transmission. LTE antennas support multiple frequency bands and real-time communication, which is particularly useful for mission-critical IoT systems.

Industries that rely on LTE antenna technology include the automotive industry, where they power GPS trackers and telematics units. In industrial settings, they support PLCs and remote tank sensors. Healthcare applications include patient monitors and emergency tablets. Smart buildings use LTE antennas in security cameras and smart metering solutions. The retail industry relies on them for payment systems and ATMs with cellular backup. In agriculture, they enable weather stations and soil sensors.

4G antennas also enable high-definition video and audio in areas such as portable multimedia, smart safety and monitoring, as well as verbal communication through VoLTE (Voice over LTE). 4G antennas are also essential to wireless broadband, which enables internet connectivity without a fixed wired connection from an internet service provider.

Quectel offers a wide range of LTE antenna products for diverse IoT applications. The range includes embedded and external options, many of which support fallback to 3G and 2G for improved coverage in remote locations. We also provide antenna services including antenna selection guidance, integration support, network matching, and certification assistance. These services help improve wireless performance, reduce development time, and ensure regulatory compliance. Explore our full range of LTE antennas below.

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GNSS antennas connect IoT devices to the Global Navigation Satellite System. GNSS antennas enable accurate location tracking, reliable navigation, and precise timing across a wide range of connected devices. They are therefore becoming increasingly important in the IoT ecosystem, as in areas where cellular coverage is unavailable or unreliable, GNSS is often the only option for location data.

This means that in challenging environments such as remote locations, lack of cellular coverage can be overcome with GNSS antennas. This is especially true when GNSS is supported by RTK positioning and dead reckoning, which help to mitigate GNSS’ own limitations in scenarios where satellite signals are blocked, such as urban canyons. As a result, many IoT applications – such as micromobility, precision agriculture, and mining – now rely on high-precision GNSS solutions.

Careful selection of GNSS antennas is essential to balance low signal loss, high gain, and optimal sensitivity while remaining cost-effective. Performance in harsh environments, such as dense urban areas, or places with electromagnetic interference, is also a key consideration. Antennas designed for robust signal robust help ensure reliable connectivity and positioning, even under demanding conditions.

Our GNSS antennas come in various formats to support the best polarization and configuration for each application. Numerous single-band and dual-band options are available to give customers the choice they need to balance accuracy, reliability and cost.  We also offer both active and passive antennas to meet different performance and installation needs. For example, customers can choose from pin mount, surface mount, magnetic mount, internal cable, or external SMA connectors. In addition, we provide customizable cable lengths and connector types to fit specific design or deployment needs. Explore our full range of GNSS antennas below.

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Wi-Fi antennas connect IoT devices to Wi-Fi networks, enabling short- to medium-range wireless communication. This form of connectivity is increasingly valuable in IoT because it provides high data rates, broad device compatibility, high node density and easy use of existing network infrastructure.

Wi-Fi antennas therefore give IoT device designers a cost-effective way to enable reliable wireless connectivity. In addition, they support real-time data transfer, and their compatibility with standard protocols ensures broad interoperability. Wi-Fi antenna technology is most often used indoors, where Wi-Fi infrastructure is already ubiquitous.

It’s most common in devices found in smart homes, offices, healthcare facilities, retail spaces, and factories. In smart homes, examples include smart speakers and connected washing machines, while offices use them in HVAC controllers and wireless printers. Across healthcare facilities Wi-Fi antennas connect patient monitors and digital thermometers, while for retail they connect payment systems and digital signage. In factories, examples include predictive maintenance sensors and Wi-Fi connected control panels.

There is now however huge potential for Wi-Fi outside the home and traditional institutional settings – from stadiums and ports to even agriculture – positioning Wi-Fi as an increasingly compelling alternative to cellular connections. Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E offer better coverage, improved node density and lower power consumption than Wi-Fi 5 – dramatically improving performance in high-density environments which might otherwise require broadband.

Wi-Fi 7 goes further still, introducing breakthrough features like multi-link operation (MLO) and 320MHz channel bandwidth. This enables support for high-speed applications with ultra-low latency requirements such as AR/VR and cloud computing. Wi-Fi HaLow is meanwhile upending assumptions over Wi-Fi’s range and penetration by connecting smart cities, sprawling industrial sites and farms. These newer Wi-Fi standards also offer low power consumption, benefiting battery-operated devices.

Quectel offers a wide range of Wi-Fi antenna products tailored for diverse IoT applications. The range includes embedded and external options, with compact footprints to suit space-limited designs. They come in range of form factors including ceramic chip, FPC + cable, rubber and PCB antennas. We also offer comprehensive antenna services including antenna selection and integration assistance, matching network tuning, and certification guidance. This end-to-end approach helps manufacturers speed up development, improve performance, and meet regulatory requirements. Explore the full range of Quectel Wi-Fi antennas below.

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