05 November 2024

Nordic Semiconductor has released its smallest and lowest power System-in-Package (SiP) - the nRF9151, and its associated nRF9151 Development Kit (DK).

The nRF9151 is a fully integrated, pre-certified SiP featuring an application MCU for extensive application development or use as a stand-alone cellular modem. This simplifies the development and deployment of scalable products across massive IoT markets, including industrial automation, asset tracking, smart city, smart metering, and smart agriculture.

The nRF9151 represents a significant advancement in cellular IoT technology, offering a cost-effective and globally accessible solution. Its comprehensive and compact solution includes hardware with a programmable application processor, software, cloud services, development tools, and world-class support.

The nRF9151 supports 3GPP release 14 LTE-M/NB-IoT global coverage and DECT NR+. Exclusive features include a significant footprint reduction, which allows for more compact products without performance compromises. In addition to Power class 3 (23dBm), the nRF9151 also supports Power class 5 (20dBm) output power, leading to 45% reduced peak power consumption thanks to the unique nRF9151 low power design, which decreases the cost of battery-powered products. The nRF9151 will also add support for Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) support in future firmware release.

Available with SIM Cards from Onomondo and Wireless Logic preloaded with free data, the nRF9151 DK is the ideal starting point for cellular IoT application development. The DK is supplied pre-flashed with Nordic’s Serial LTE Modem application for interfacing through AT Commands. This also enables the nRF9151 to be used as a stand-alone cellular modem, simplifying its integration into existing customer solutions. Developers can get started with other firmware samples from the Quick Start tool.