Cavli Expands Cat 1bis IoT Module Portfolio

New CQ16, C16QS, and C17QS modules offer diverse connectivity options for scalable IoT deployments.

Jan. 30, 2026 at 6:15am

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Cavli Wireless, a leading IoT solutions provider, has expanded its LTE Cat 1bis module portfolio with the introduction of the CQ16, C16QS, and C17QS cellular IoT modules. These new modules are designed to balance performance, power efficiency, and deployment flexibility, delivering LTE-class reliability while reducing cost and power consumption for large-scale IoT deployments across various sectors, including asset tracking, smart metering, industrial monitoring, logistics, and smart city applications.

Why it matters

The new Cavli Cat 1bis modules offer a cohesive portfolio that accommodates diverse form factors, connectivity requirements, and feature sets, enabling OEMs to select the right module for their specific use case while maintaining a consistent development and deployment ecosystem. This flexibility, combined with advanced power-saving features and integrated connectivity management, positions Cavli as a key player in the growing IoT market.

The details

The CQ16 module is designed for compact and cost-sensitive deployments, offering an ultra-small form factor and dual-SIM support for network redundancy. The C16QS builds upon this foundation with enhanced versatility, including multiple form factors, integrated eSIM, and optional GNSS support. The C17QS further extends the capabilities with higher processing performance, more RAM and ROM, advanced GNSS features, and the ability to run custom applications directly on the module, making it well-suited for more demanding IoT applications.

  • Cavli Wireless announced the new Cat 1bis modules on January 30, 2026.

The players

Cavli Wireless

A pioneering end-to-end IoT solutions provider, specializing in SIM connectivity, IoT hardware, and software.

John Mathew

The CEO and Chief Technology Architect of Cavli Wireless.

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What they’re saying

“Cavli's Cat 1bis module series is a major leap forward for our IoT module portfolio. By combining LTE Cat 1bis technology with diverse form factors, GNSS capabilities, SDK support, and the Cavli Hubble connectivity and modem management platform, we are offering a product line built to efficiently, reliably, and durably meet the evolving needs of various IoT applications, even in the most demanding settings.”

— John Mathew, CEO & Chief Technology Architect (Cavli Wireless)

The takeaway

Cavli's expanded Cat 1bis module portfolio provides IoT device manufacturers with a versatile and scalable connectivity solution that can be tailored to meet the diverse requirements of various IoT applications, from compact and cost-sensitive deployments to more advanced use cases requiring high-performance processing and precision positioning.