Specifications
Physical
| RockBLOCK 9604 | RockBLOCK 9604 SMA (Currently in development) | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 72(95) x 72 x 16.5 mm | 35 x 35 x 35mm |
| Weight | <50g (including patch antenna) | TBD |
| Form Factor | PCB Assembly with 4mm mounting holes | TBD |
| SBD/GNSS Antenna | Integrated Patch Antenna OR external antenna connected by SMA(Female) or U.FL(male) | Requires external antenna |
| LTE-M Antenna | Requires external antenna connected by SMA(Female) or U.FL(male) | Requires external antenna |
Environmental
| Ingress | N/A |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +70C, <95% RH non-condensing |
Regulatory Compliance
- Iridium Certification underway.
Electrical & Power
| Voltage | 4.0-5.3V DC, 3.6-4.5V Battery, 5V USB-C |
| Power consumption (Minimum) | <0.5mW* (sleep mode) |
| Power consumption (Idle) | ~200mW (registered with network, listening, ready to transmit/receive) |
| Power consumption (Transmitting) | ~1.4W |
| Power consumption (Inrush Limit) | V_IN / USB ~2.5W |
| Cable Connections | 26-pin 0.1" pitch header USB-C SMA for Iridium+GNSS SMA for cellular |
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These documents are intended to provide early access information to interested parties during the development process. Whilst we strive to maintain accuracy, any part of the specification or design of these products may change without notice.
These documents were last reviewed for accuracy on October 12 2026.