Clipper LTE 4G Breakout (SP/CE)

Clipper lets you receive and transmit data over 4G LTE cellular networks—perfect for remote or mobile projects where WiFi isn't available. Ideal for festival installations, garden sheds, beehive sensors, canal boats, or any project with a remote or transient location.

Features a SP/CE connector for easy cable connection to compatible microcontrollers, plus an SMA connector for antenna attachment. Transmitting sensor readings typically uses minimal data, so pay-as-you-go plans work well.

Key Features

• 4G LTE Connectivity – SIMCom A7683E module
• SP/CE Connector – 8-pin JST-SH for easy cable connection
• SMA Antenna Port – Attach external antenna
• SIM Card Slot – Use any compatible SIM
• No Soldering Required – Connect via SP/CE cable
• AT Command Control – Standard SIMCom AT commands

Specifications

• Module: SIMCom A7683E
• Frequency Bands: LTE-FDD B1/B3/B5/B7/B8/B20/B28
• Dimensions: 35mm × 29mm × 5mm (antenna connector 11mm tall)
• Power Input (VDD): 3.7V–6.0V
• IO Voltage (VDDIO): 3.0V–3.6V
• Current (idle): 17mA
• Current (sleep): 0.12–1.63mA
• Current (peak TX): 700mA (brief, capacitor-smoothed)

Starter Kit Contains

• 1× Clipper 4G LTE Breakout
• 1× SP/CE cable
• 1× Antenna (108mm)

Compatibility

• Raspberry Pi Pico / RP2040 / RP2350
• Raspberry Pi computers
• Any SP/CE compatible microcontroller

Resources

• Schematic (PDF)
• MicroPython for RP2350
• MicroPython for RP2040
• MicroPython Example
• PPP Setup Guide