# LPWA BG96 Cat M1/NB1/EGPRS

## Summary

- LTE Cat M1/Cat NB1/EGPRS module
- 26.5mm × 22.5mm × 2.3mm
- 3.1g
- LGA package
- Max. 375Kbps downlink and uplink
- Extended temperature range of -40°C to +85°C

## Key features
- Easy migration from Quectel GSM/GPRS, UMTS/HSPA and LTE modules
- ARM A7 Processor
- USB 2.0 high speed interface
- Fast time-to-market: reference designs, evaluation tools and timely technical support minimize design and development efforts
- Supports DFOTA
- Enhanced AT commands
- Robust mounting and interfaces

## Overview
BG96 is an LTE Cat M1/Cat NB1/EGPRS module offering maximum data rates of 375 kbps downlink and uplink. It features global frequency bands, ultra-low power consumption, and is compatible with Quectel LTE Standard module EG91/EG95, LPWA module BG95xA-GL/BG95/BC95-GV/BC95-G/BC92, UMTS/HSPA module UG95/UG96 and GSM/GPRS module M95. 

With a cost-effective SMT form factor of 26.5 mm × 22.5 mm × 2.3 mm and high integration level, BG96 enables integrators and developers to easily design their applications and take advantage of the module's low power consumption and mechanical intensity. Its advanced LGA package allows fully automated manufacturing for high-volume applications.

A rich set of Internet protocols, industry-standard interfaces (USB/UART/I2C/Status Indicator) and abundant functionalities (USB drivers for Windows 7/8/8.1/10, Linux and Android) extend the applicability of the module to a wide range of M2M applications such as wireless POS, smart metering, tracking, etc.

### [View brochure](https://www2.quectel.com/quectel_antenna_brochure.pdf)

## Product Brochure
[Quectel_Product_Brochure_V8.6.pdf](https://www.quectel.com/content/uploads/2026/05/Quectel_Product_Brochure_V8.6.pdf)

## Documentation and resources
- **[Application Note](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2Flpwa-bg96-cat-m1-nb1-egprs%2F)**
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- **[AT Commands Manual](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2Flpwa-bg96-cat-m1-nb1-egprs%2F)**
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- **[AWS IoT Guidelines](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2Flpwa-bg96-cat-m1-nb1-egprs%2F)**
  - [BG96_MQTT_Attach_AWS_IoTCore_Application_Note](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2Flpwa-bg96-cat-m1-nb1-egprs%2F) - File Size: 504.24 KB

- **[Drivers](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2Flpwa-bg96-cat-m1-nb1-egprs%2F)**
  - [Quectel_Linux_Android_QMI_WWAN_Driver_V1.3_EN](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2Flpwa-bg96-cat-m1-nb1-egprs%2F) - File Size: 1.26 MB
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- **[Hardware Development Resources](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2Flpwa-bg96-cat-m1-nb1-egprs%2F)**
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- **[ToolKit](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2Flpwa-bg96-cat-m1-nb1-egprs%2F)**
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- **[User Guide](https://www.quectel.com/login/?redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quectel.com%2Fproduct%2Flpwa-bg96-cat-m1-nb1-egprs%2F)**
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