Waveshare PCIe to SIMCom/Quectel 5G/4G/3G HAT for Raspberry Pi 5 RM530N-GL

Description

Waveshare RM530N-GL 5G HAT+ is a Raspberry Pi 5 5G expansion kit built around the RM530N-GL module. It combines 5G / 4G / 3G mobile networking, GNSS positioning, a PCIe connection, a Nano SIM slot, and the matching 5G 4-in-1 PCB antenna into one package for users who want a ready-to-deploy Raspberry Pi 5 cellular solution rather than an empty adapter board.

The official Waveshare documentation places this model in the wider 5G HAT+ family, but this specific SKU is the RM530N-GL version. That matters because the RM530N-GL is the family member that adds Sub-6G and mmWave capability in the official comparison table, making it the most advanced option in this series for users building high-performance 5G gateways, industrial routers, vehicle networking systems, and high-throughput Raspberry Pi 5 edge deployments.

Important: this SKU includes the RM530N-GL module. It is not just an empty 5G HAT board.

Features

• RM530N-GL included: this version ships with the RM530N-GL module already matched to the HAT.
• 5G / 4G / 3G support: supports 5G NSA and SA, plus LTE and 3G fallback according to the official family page.
• Sub-6G and mmWave capability: the official comparison table lists RM530N-GL as the model in this family with both Sub-6G and mmWave support.
• PCIe networking for Raspberry Pi 5: designed to connect directly to Raspberry Pi 5 through the PCIe interface using the 16PIN cable.
• GNSS onboard through the module: supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, and QZSS.
• Nano SIM support: onboard SIM slot supports 1.8V / 3V Nano SIM cards.
• 5G 4-in-1 PCB antenna included: the package includes the matching antenna system for field deployment.
• PCIe MHI driver workflow: official documentation covers Raspberry Pi OS and OpenWRT support through the PCIe MHI path.

Specifications

Applications

• Raspberry Pi 5 5G gateway deployments for industrial or remote broadband access.
• High-throughput edge networking where Sub-6G and mmWave capability can matter.
• Vehicle, fleet, and mobile communication systems that need both 5G connectivity and GNSS.
• Industrial routers and rugged field nodes based on Raspberry Pi 5.
• AIoT and smart infrastructure projects that need faster mobile data backhaul.

Product List

Other Content

Networking note: this family supports 5G NSA, 5G SA, 4G LTE, and 3G operation depending on local network support and the selected bands.

RM530N-GL note: the official comparison marks this version as the one that supports Sub-6G and mmWave, so it is the strongest choice in the family when you want the highest-end 5G option.

Driver note: the official Wiki highlights PCIe MHI driver porting for Raspberry Pi 5 and shows the supported workflow for Raspberry Pi OS and OpenWRT.

GNSS note: the included RM530N-GL supports positioning functions through GPS / GLONASS / BeiDou / Galileo / QZSS.

Resources

• Waveshare Wiki: RM530N-GL 5G HAT+
• Waveshare Wiki: 5G HAT+ Family Reference
• Raspberry Pi Documentation
• OpenELAB: What is Raspberry Pi 5?

FAQ

Does this SKU include the RM530N-GL module?
Yes. This version includes the RM530N-GL module in the package, so it is not just an empty 5G HAT board.

What makes RM530N-GL different from the other 5G HAT+ options?
In the official comparison, RM530N-GL is the family member that supports both Sub-6G and mmWave, which makes it the most advanced high-end option in this product line.

Does it support GNSS positioning?
Yes. The included module supports GPS / GLONASS / BeiDou / Galileo / QZSS.

What systems does the official Wiki highlight?
The official materials show the main workflow for Raspberry Pi OS and OpenWRT through the PCIe MHI driver path.

Is Raspberry Pi 5 included?
No. The kit includes the HAT, antenna, module, accessories, and cables, but Raspberry Pi 5 is not included.