The Iridium 9603 Developer's Kit is the smallest form factor of any commercial satellite transceiver currently available, and allows users to develop their own tracking device that runs off the Iridium satellite network.

The Iridium 9603 Developer Kit comes with:

Power supply
U.FL to SMA adapter cable
9603 Test Interface Card
9603 SBD Transceiver
9603 Data CD
Kit packaging

Key Features

Ultra-Compact Design
Smallest satellite module in the industry with a lightweight and low-power design for seamless integration.
Single Board Solution
Supports integration of additional functions like GPS, microprocessor-based control, digital/analog I/O, power supply, and antenna.
Simplified Connectivity
Single header connector for power, on/off control, UART interface, and network status signals.
Global Compliance
Certified for major global standards: RoHS, EC, FCC Part 15/25, IC, REACH 201, ANATEL, NRRA (Korea), and Japan Type Approval.
No SIM Card Requirement
Eliminates the need for a SIM card, simplifying deployment and reducing costs.

Specification

Dimensions	3.2 x 3 x 0.8 cm
Weight	11.4 g
Operating temperature range	-30°c to +70°c
Operating humidity range	75% RH
Storage temperature range	-40°c to +85°c
Frequency range	1616 MHz to 1626.5 MHz
Duplexing Method	TDD (Time Domain Duplex)
Input/Output Impedance	50
Multiplexing Method	TDMA/FDMA
DC Power Input
Supply input voltage range	5.0V +/- .2V DC
Idle current (average)	45mA
Idle current (peak)	195mA
Transmit current (peak)	1.5A
Transmit current (average)	190 mA
Receive current (peak)	195mA
Receive current (average)	45mA
SBD Message transfer - average current	190mA
SBD Message transfer - average power	1.0W