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CAT16 Router 4G LTE Modem

LTE-Advanced 4G CAT16 Modem Broadband Gigabit Mobile Internet Router

The CAT16 router is a cost-effective mobile internet solution that provides gigabit internet accessibility with a maximum LTE data throughput of 1 Gbps. The CAT16 modem router enables fast 4G mobile data transmission at an economical cost and with lower data consumption, making it ideal for outdoor cameras, rural homes, temporary sites, and backup internet setups.

When the router is powered on, it automatically reads the SIM card and connects to nearby mobile towers. The CAT16 modem communicates with the cell tower to identify available 4G LTE bands and activates carrier aggregation to maximize internet speed. Then, it converts the digital mobile data into Wi-Fi and Ethernet signals to share the mobile internet connection with phones, tablets, cameras, computers, etc.

CAT16 Modem Technology

CAT16 is an LTE-Advanced Pro category between standard 4G and 5G cellular technologies. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon SDX24 and compliant with 3GPP Release 14, it delivers gigabit speeds with improved efficiency.

5x Carrier Aggregation
Supporting up to 5x20 MHz intra-band and inter-band carrier aggregation, the CAT16 modem enhances bandwidth for large data throughput.

3x3 MIMO Antennas
It uses three mobile antennas to handle signals and data through spatial multiplexing, enabling multiple data streams on the 4G frequency bands.

256-QAM Modulation
Higher-order modulation encodes more data bits into each signal transmission.

Why Choose the CAT16 Router?

The CAT16 router strikes an ideal balance between cost and internet performance. The 5G data plan supports LTE fallback, and the 4G network is expected to last for many years, based on 3G technology.

Qualified and Widely Applicable
4G networks are widely deployed with more extensive coverage than 5G-NR. The CAT16 modem provides a maximum of 1Gbps download and 150Mbps upload speeds, which are qualified for daily use in many scenarios.

Economical and Lower Costs
The CAT16 modem costs less and offers more efficient data usage and lower power consumption than 5G-NR routers, making it a good balance of performance and affordability.

Below are the CAT16 standard 4G modem routers. They are standalone mobile internet gateways that provide Wi-Fi coverage and wired Ethernet connectivity for homes, offices, rural areas, challenging industrial sites, and temporary situations. Please scroll down to the bottom for more detailed specifications.

NEW
CAT16
SKU: EZR35-A16  
4G CAT16 modem max 1 Gbps 4G LTE Modem Outdoor Router
3000Mbps Wi-Fi 6 100–300 meters Outside WiFi6 hotspot 3000Mbps
Dual Nano SIM card slots 5G Dual SIM Slots
52V PoE injector 1 Gbps Ethernet Outdoor CPE Router DC PoE Power
IP67 waterproof enclosure Router IP67 Waterproof Outdoor
US$395
NEW
CAT16
SKU: EZR35-D16  
4G CAT16 modem max 1.0 Gbps 4G LTE Modem Outdoor Router
3000Mbps WiFi 6 100–300 meters Outside WiFi6 hotspot 3000Mbps
Dual Nano SIM card slots 5G Dual SIM Slots
52V PoE injector 1 Gbps Ethernet Outdoor CPE Router DC PoE Power
IP67 waterproof enclosure Router IP67 Waterproof Outdoor
US$395
NEW
CAT16
SKU: EZR35-U16  
4G CAT16 modem max 1.0 Gbps 4G LTE Modem Outdoor Router
3000Mbps WiFi 6 100–300 meters Outside WiFi6 hotspot 3000Mbps
Dual Nano SIM card slots 5G Dual SIM Slots
52V PoE injector 1 Gbps Ethernet Outdoor CPE Router DC PoE Power
IP67 waterproof enclosure Router IP67 Waterproof Outdoor
US$395
NEW
CAT16
SKU: EZR35-E16  
4G CAT16 modem max 1.0 Gbps 4G LTE Modem Outdoor Router
3000Mbps WiFi 6 100–300 meters Outside WiFi6 hotspot 3000Mbps
Dual Nano SIM card slots 5G Dual SIM Slots
52V PoE injector 1 Gbps Ethernet Outdoor CPE Router DC PoE Power
IP67 waterproof enclosure Router IP67 Waterproof Outdoor
US$395
NEW
CAT16
SKU: EZR35-LTE  
4G CAT16 modem max 1.0 Gbps 4G LTE Modem Outdoor Router
3000Mbps WiFi 6 100–300 meters Outside WiFi6 hotspot 3000Mbps
Dual Nano SIM card slots 5G Dual SIM Slots
52V PoE injector 1 Gbps Ethernet Outdoor CPE Router DC PoE Power
IP67 waterproof enclosure Router IP67 Waterproof Outdoor
US$395
This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page

All of the above routers are equipped with a CAT16 modem; you can find its brief technical specifications in the chart below. It offers unique features compared to other 4G/5G modems.

Unlocked for Global 3G/4G Bands

The CAT16 modem is unlocked and supports a worldwide 4G LTE-A and 3G UMTS/HSPA+ bands, including the EMEA region and the Americas. A detailed chart of the supported bands is provided below.

If you are unsure whether your mobile carrier is supported, please contact us for help.

M.2 Key-B Form Factor

Encapsulated in a compact M.2 Key-B form factor and supporting PCIe and USB 3 protocols, the CAT16 modem delivers blistering transmission speeds. It could directly plug into our modular motherboards, including EZEN-4X, 5X, and 6X.

Not all supportable motherboards are listed above. Contact us to customize your tailored cellular modem router.

CAT16 Cellular Modem M.2 Key-B

LTE Category: Category 16 (3GPP E-UTRA Release 14)
4G FDD Bands: B1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/14/17/18/19/20/25/26/28/29/30/32/66
4G TDD Bands: B38/39/40/41/42/43/46(LAA)/48(CBRS)
3G Bands: B1/2/3/4/5/6/8/19
Carrier Aggregation 2x 3x 4x 5x CA - Intra-band and Inter-band
Data Rate (Max): 4G LTE: DL 1.0 Gbps / UL 150 Mbps
3G HSDPA: DL 42 / UL 5.76 Mbps
Support Antenna: 3xMIMO (Main and Rx-diversity with GNSS)
Temperature: Working: -25°C ~ +75°C
Working Area: Global - EMEA, North America, etc
Certification: GCF / CE / PTCRB / FCC / IC / Anatel / IFETEL / KC / JATE / TELEC / RCM / ICASA
Europe: Vodafone / British Telekom / Swisscom | America: Vz / ATT / TMO | Australia: Telstra
CAT16 Modem 4G LTE Global Bands M2 Key-B