M.2 4G/5G USB 3.2 HAT for Raspberry Pi 5

This PCIe to M.2 4G/5G and USB 3.2 HAT adds 4G/5G modem support to Raspberry Pi 5 via an M.2 Key B slot, plus three USB 3.2 Gen1 ports, SIM slot, power monitoring, EEPROM, fan mounts, and more. 4G/5G module not included.

The PCIe to M.2 4G/5G and USB 3.2 HAT is an expansion board designed for Raspberry Pi 5, utilising the PCIe interface. It adds support for a wide range of 4G/5G modules via an onboard M.2 Key B slot (3042/3052 size), including SIMCom SIM7600XX-M.2, SIM82XX, and Quectel RM5XX series modules (other modules may work but are not tested by Waveshare).

4G/5G module not included! 

In addition to the mobile networking interface, this HAT expands the Pi’s connectivity with three high-speed USB 3.2 Gen1 ports. A USB Type-C port is also available for firmware updates, debugging, or powering the board externally. A built-in power monitoring chip allows real-time measurement of voltage, current and power via I2C, and onboard EEPROM stores the HAT+ ID and board details for HAT+ standard compatibility.

It also includes a Nano SIM card slot, status LEDs, reset button, and a compact 4-in-1 PCB-connected 5G antenna that can be mounted above or below the HAT. Vent cut-outs and fan mounting holes help with cooling, ensuring stable operation even under load. Operating system support includes Raspberry Pi OS, Ubuntu, OpenWRT and others.

Once again – a 4G/5G module is not included.

Features

• Designed for Raspberry Pi 5 with HAT+ standard support and onboard I2C EEPROM
• Maintains Raspberry Pi 40-pin GPIO header access for additional expansions
• Supports PCIe x1 Gen2 connection via 16-pin FFC cable
• Onboard M.2 (NGFF) Key B slot compatible with SIM7600XX-M.2, SIM82XX and RM5XX series 4G/5G modules (3042/3052 sizes)
• Includes 5G-4IN1-PCB antenna with support for top or bottom mounting
• Expands connectivity with 3x USB 3.2 Gen1 ports for high-speed peripherals
• Onboard USB Type-C port for PC connection, firmware flashing or external power
• Integrated power monitoring chip for real-time voltage, current and power measurement via I2C
• Nano SIM card slot onboard for mobile network use
• Reset button plus power and network status indicators for easier debugging
• Reserved airflow cut-out and mounting points for an optional cooling fan

What’s onboard?

1. VL805
   • PCIe to USB 3.2 Gen1 HUB chip
2. EEPROM
   • For saving HAT ID and product information
3. INA219
   • Power monitoring chip
4. 16PIN PCIe interface
   • For connecting to the PCIe interface of Raspberry Pi 5
5. M.2 (NGFF) Key B slot
   • Compatible with 3042/3052 packages M.2 4G/5G modules
6. Raspberry Pi GPIO header
   • For connecting Raspberry Pi 5
7. USB 3.2 Gen1 expanded ports
   • USB1~USB3
8. Nano SIM card slot
   • For installing Nano-SIM card
9. Type-C interface
   • For 4G/5G networking of Raspberry Pi or PC via USB cable, firmware updating, or external power supply input
10. DIP switch
    • For switching to use GPIO pins to control power on/off and reset of the module
11. Reset button
    • Press it to reset the module
12. PWR indicator
    • Power indicator
13. NET indicator
    • Module network status indicator

Resources

• Product Wiki
• Supported modules:
  • Please see the Waveshare product page for a list of supported 5G/4G modules and their specifications.
  • If you plan to use this HAT with other modules, please confirm with the module manufacturer for interface compatibility.

Package Contents

• 1x M.2 4G/5G + USB 3.2 HAT for Raspberry Pi 5
• 1x 5G 4-in-1 PCB Antenna
• 1x 40mm PCIe cable
• 4x 13cm IPEX1 to IPEX4 cable
• 1x Screws pack

And one more time for those at the back – a 4G/5G module is not included!