Add Narrowband communication to your project with the MKR NB 1500. It's the perfect choice for devices in remote locations without an Internet connection, or in situations in which power isn't available like on-field deployments, remote metering systems, solar-powered devices, or other extreme scenarios.

The board's main processor is a low power Arm® Cortex®-M0 32-bit SAMD21, like in the other boards within the Arduino MKR family. The Narrowband connectivity is performed with a module from u-blox, the SARA-R410M-02B, a low power chipset operating in the de different bands of the IoT LTE cellular range. On top of those, secure communication is ensured through the Microchip® ECC508 crypto chip. Besides that, the pcb includes a battery charger, and a connector for an external antenna.

This board is designed for global use, providing connectivity on LTE's Cat M1/NB1 bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28. Operators offering service in that part of the spectrum include: Vodafone, AT&T, T-Mobile USA, Telstra, and Verizon, among others.

Battery Power

Its USB port can be used to supply power (5V) to the board. It has a Li-Po charging circuit that allows the board to run on battery power or an external 5 volt source, charging the Li-Po battery while running on external power. Switching from one source to the other is done automatically.

Related Boards

If you are still deciding about the right wireless protocol for your solution, Arduino's MKR family has some alternatives to offer:

• : for your EU solutions on Sigfox infrastructure. Visit its product page .
• : if you want to experiment with either LoRa® or LoRaWAN™. Read more . We have also a if you are thiking of building your own infrastructure.
• : when looking at global coverage, GSM / 3G is the world's most extended network. Visit its product page . We also provide you with a with a global data plan in case you need it.

Getting Started

The section contains all the information you need to configure your board, use the Arduino Software (IDE), and start tinkering with coding and electronics. If you want to know more about Arduino’s MKRNB API, check .

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Need Help?

Check the Arduino Forum for questions about the , or how to make your own . Need any help with your board please get in touch with the official Arduino User Support as explained in our page.

Warranty

You can find your board warranty information.