Iridium CertusTM 9704

Product Type: Developer Products
MANUFACTURER: Iridium Communications Inc.
MODEL #: CERTUS9704

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Built into an ultra-slim module, the Iridium Certus 9704 module integrates with solutions of any scale to deliver cloud-ready data over Iridium’s truly global satellite network. Iridium Certus 9704 exclusively supports IMT, a cloud-native, server-device messaging format that optimizes Iridium network capabilities to match increasing demand in industrial IoT.

Iridium Certus 9704 harnesses the power of truly global satellite coverage in a sleek form factor without cables or added parts—just a single component soldered directly onto the developer process control block (PCB). A durable surface mount coupled with minimal profile height allows developers to build compact, rugged, and versatile devices.

Key Features:

  • Universal, Cloud-Ready Data: Messages up to 100 KB through cost-effective IMT service
  • Compact: 2-Square-Inch Footprint for Easy Integration
  • Energy Efficient: Low Power Specs for Active and Idle Modes
  • Certifications: FCC, EU/CE, Canada (IC), UK (UKCA), Australia/NZ

SERVICES: Iridium Messaging Transport®

APPLICATIONS

  • Asset Management
  • Business Continuity
  • Connected Ship
  • Fleet Management
  • In-Building Solutions
  • Passenger Communications
  • Portable Solutions
  • SCADA
  • Security
  • Tracking
  • Vehicular Solutions
  • Vessel Monitoring System

MARKETS

Aviation

  • UAV

Emergency

  • Business Continuity

Energy

  • Offshore
  • Onshore
  • Utilities

Global Governments

  • Humanitarian
  • Militaries
  • State & Local

Industrial

  • Agribusiness
  • Construction
  • Lone Worker
  • Mining

Maritime

  • Fisheries & Commercial Fishing
  • Leisure Boating

Personal Communications

  • Leisure Boating
  • Travel & Outdoor

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Size / Dimensions: 31.5 mm X 42.0 mm x 3.9 mm
  • Weight: 12 g
  • Input Voltage:
    – V_BAT_MAIN (Min/Typ/Max): 3.5 V / 3.7 V / 4.5 V
    – V_BAT_PA (Min/Typ/Max): 3.5 V / 3.7 V / 4.5 V
    – V_IO (Min/Max): 1.8 V / 3.3 V
  • Maximum Operating Current:
    – V_BAT_MAIN (Max): 1000 mA
    – V_BAT_PA (Max): 5 A
    – V_IO (Max): 250 mA
  • Average Power Consumption (at Full Receive / Transmit):
    – V_BAT_MAIN (Typ): 400 mW
    – V_BAT_PA (Typ): 1000 mW
  • Operating Temperature:
    – 40° to 85° C (incl. self heating)
    – 40° to 125° C

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