Kontron Strengthens European Technological Expertise with New 5G M.2 Module

5G: Powering the Future of Industry

Linz, Austria, March 13, 2025 – Kontron, a leading global provider of IoT/Embedded Computer Technology (ECT), is excited to introduce its newly developed 5G M.2 module at embedded world 2025. The 5G M.2 broadband modem card delivers high performance and global 5G connectivity, making it ideal for industrial applications. Beyond industrial use, it is also ready for deployment in railway transportation, and avionics applications.

The 5G M.2 module has been developed for industrial use and supports 5G 3GPP Release 17. It facilitates data transfer rates of up to 4.9 Gbps in the downlink and up to 0.55 Gbps in the uplink. Ensuring stable connectivity is a 4x4 DL MIMO and 2x2 UL MIMO.

A global SKU allows flexible use in different regions. Additionally, the module features integrated L1+L5 GNSS support for GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, and Galileo. The M.2 form factor (3052 KeyB) facilitates integration into existing systems.

The module is based on the Qualcomm SDX 72-0 platform and offers USB 3.1 Gen 2 and PCIe as data interfaces. Dual SIM interfaces increase flexibility for international deployment.

In line with its commitment to IoT connectivity, Kontron recently cooperated with Qualcomm Technologies on a Snapdragon-based 5G M.2 board. This solution enhances connectivity by enabling seamless 5G integration and providing fast and reliable communication for both internal and external applications.

Hannes Niederhauser, CEO of Kontron AG, explains: "With the new 5G M.2 module, we offer a powerful connectivity solution for industrial applications. The focus is on high speed, global usability, and easy integration."

The 5G M.2 module is developed and manufactured in Berlin, Germany. The production in Europe guarantees the highest quality standards, short supply chains and strengthens technological independence. It facilitates seamless alignment between design and manufacturing, ensuring superior product quality and sustained availability. European manufacturing also ensures compliance with strict security and regulatory requirements, providing customers with a reliable and trusted solution for their critical applications.

First samples will be available from Q1/2025.

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About Kontron

Kontron AG (www.kontron.com, ISIN AT0000A0E9W5, WKN A0X9EJ, KTN) is a leading IoT technology company. For more than 20 years, Kontron has been helping companies from a wide range of industries to achieve economic goals with intelligent solutions. From automated industrial processes, smarter and safer transport to advanced communication, connectivity, medical and energy solutions, the company offers its customers value-adding technologies. With the acquisition of Katek SE at the beginning of 2024, Kontron is significantly strengthening its portfolio with the new GreenTec division with the areas of solar energy and eMobility and employs around 7,000 people in more than 20 countries worldwide. Kontron is listed on the SDAX^® and TecDAX^® of the German Stock Exchange.

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