M95FA-03-PTCN Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The M95FA-03-PTCN is a Navigation GSM/GPRS transceiver module manufactured by Quectel, designed for surface mount applications. This RF TXRX module operates across multiple frequency bands (850MHz, 900MHz, 1.8GHz, 1.9GHz) and supports serial communication via PCM and UART interfaces. The module is currently classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent parts to maintain design continuity and ensure long-term component availability for new production and field replacements.

Substiute Parts

M95FA-03-PTCN

QuectelIn Stock: 1008M95FA-03-PTCN Datasheet

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M95FB-03-PTCN

QuectelIn Stock: 821M95FB-03-PTCN Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the M95FA-03-PTCN is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

RF and Communication Specifications:

• RF Family/Standard: Navigation
• Protocol: GSM, GPRS
• Frequency Bands: 850MHz, 900MHz, 1.8GHz, 1.9GHz
• Data Rate: 85.6kbps
• Sensitivity: -109dBm
• Serial Interfaces: PCM, UART

Electrical and Environmental Specifications:

• Voltage Supply Range: 3.3V ~ 4.6V
• Current - Receiving: 1.2mA ~ 1.3mA
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C ~ 85°C

Physical and Compliance Specifications:

• Mounting Type: Surface Mount
• Package Type: Module
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 3 (168 Hours)

Substitute parts must maintain identical values across all listed parameters to ensure functional and electrical compatibility without design modification.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The M95FB-03-PTCN is the direct equivalent substitute for the obsolete M95FA-03-PTCN. Both parts are manufactured by Quectel within the M95 series and maintain identical electrical, RF, and environmental specifications across all critical parameters.

Selection Basis:

The M95FB-03-PTCN is recommended for new designs and production applications because:

1. Product Status: The M95FB-03-PTCN maintains active product status, ensuring ongoing manufacturer support, availability, and supply chain continuity.

2. Compliance Certification: Both parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and identical moisture sensitivity ratings, satisfying regulatory and environmental requirements.

3. Functional Equivalence: All RF performance parameters, communication protocols, frequency bands, data rates, and sensitivity specifications are identical, enabling direct substitution without circuit design modification.

4. Electrical Compatibility: Supply voltage range, receiving current specifications, and operating temperature range are identical, ensuring compatibility with existing power management and thermal design.

5. Physical Compatibility: Both parts utilize identical surface mount module packaging, maintaining compatibility with existing PCB layouts and assembly processes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the M95FB-03-PTCN be used as a direct replacement for the M95FA-03-PTCN in existing designs?

A: Yes. The M95FB-03-PTCN is a direct equivalent substitute. All electrical, RF, and mechanical parameters are identical, enabling drop-in replacement without design modification or PCB layout changes.

Q: Are there any differences in frequency band support between these parts?

A: No. Both the M95FA-03-PTCN and M95FB-03-PTCN support identical frequency bands: 850MHz, 900MHz, 1.8GHz, and 1.9GHz.

Q: Do both parts require the same antenna configuration?

A: Yes. Both parts are supplied without integrated antennas. External antenna selection and matching networks must be identical for both parts.

Q: What is the significance of the product status difference?

A: The M95FA-03-PTCN is classified as obsolete, indicating discontinued manufacturing and limited availability. The M95FB-03-PTCN maintains active status, ensuring ongoing supply and manufacturer support for new production and field replacements.

Q: Are the serial interface protocols identical?

A: Yes. Both parts support identical serial interfaces: PCM and UART. Firmware and software implementations developed for the M95FA-03-PTCN are compatible with the M95FB-03-PTCN.

Q: Do both parts meet the same environmental and compliance standards?

A: Yes. Both parts are ROHS3 compliant and maintain identical moisture sensitivity levels (MSL 3, 168 Hours), satisfying equivalent regulatory and environmental requirements.

Q: Is there any difference in power consumption between these parts?

A: No. Both parts maintain identical receiving current specifications (1.2mA ~ 1.3mA) and supply voltage range (3.3V ~ 4.6V).

Q: Can existing PCB assemblies designed for the M95FA-03-PTCN accept the M95FB-03-PTCN without modification?

A: Yes. Both parts utilize identical surface mount module packaging and maintain identical electrical specifications, enabling direct PCB assembly compatibility.