What is LTE Cat 1.bis?
LTE Cat 1.bis, an enhanced version of the LTE Cat 1 standard, represents a significant advance in mobile communication for the Internet of Things (IoT) and machine-to-machine (M2M) applications. The special feature of LTE Cat 1.bis is the support of a single antenna design for IoT devices. In contrast to LTE Cat 1, which typically uses two antennas, IoT devices with LTE Cat 1.bis can be operated efficiently with just one antenna. This advancement in antenna design allows IoT device manufacturers to streamline their designs and reduce costs while benefiting from the capabilities of LTE Cat 1.
Technical features and specifications of Cat 1.bis technology
LTE Cat 1.bis was specifically designed to meet the need for simplified antenna configurations for IoT deployments. With the same network capacity as LTE Cat 1, IoT devices with LTE Cat 1.bis can establish a seamless connection to mobile networks using just a single antenna. This progress opens up new possibilities for manufacturers of IoT devices.
- Cost-effective
- Compact design
- Simplified antenna design
Cat 1.bis technology is also known for its higher data rates compared to conventional LPWAN technologies. It offers downlink speeds of up to 10 Mbit/s and uplink speeds of up to 5 Mbit/s and therefore similar data rates to Cat 1.
Further information about LTE Cat 1.bis can be found on the Cavli Website.