NOMAD K16 Series Specifications
Review the GNSS performance, module interfaces, inertial-sensor options, electrical limits, and physical specifications of the NOMAD K16 Series embedded L1/L5 RTK GNSS modules. Variant-specific parameters are marked as K16C or K16E.
GNSS performance
The K16 Series combines a 200-channel BEKEN BK1662 GNSS platform with dual-band L1/L5 tracking and RTK correction-data support.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Receiver type | 200-channel BEKEN BK1662 L1/L5 dual-band GNSS module. |
| Constellations and frequencies |
GPS: L1C/A, L5 GLONASS: L1 Galileo: E1, E5a BeiDou: B1I, B1C, B2a, B2I QZSS: L1C/A, L5 |
| Navigation update rate |
K16C · Standard RTK
1 Hz
K16E · RTK + DR
Up to 10 Hz; 1 Hz default.
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| Position accuracy |
Standalone: ≤ 1.5 m RTK fixed: ≤ 10 cm |
| Velocity accuracy | 0.1 m/s |
| Time to first fix |
Cold start: 28 s Hot start: 1 s Reacquisition: 1 s |
| Sensitivity |
Cold-start acquisition: −148 dBm Hot-start acquisition: −159 dBm Reacquisition: −159 dBm Tracking: −165 dBm |
Receiver technologies
The BK1662 platform includes assistance, power-management, and interference-control functions for module evaluation and embedded deployment.
Assisted GNSS
AGNSS supports time and ephemeris assistance from the host to reduce startup time when satellite navigation information is incomplete.
Low-power receiver architecture
Integrated power management supports low-power GNSS operation for embedded systems during acquisition, tracking, and standby.
Interference suppression
Up to eight single-tone interference filters across the L1/L5 bands help suppress interference from nearby electronic components.
Data and module interfaces
NOMAD is designed for carrier-board integration. The host system manages serial communication, correction-data delivery, timing output, antenna selection, and power design at the module level.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Inertial sensor K16E only | Integrated BOSCH BMI325 6-axis IMU for dead-reckoning sensor-fusion workflows. |
| Dead-reckoning support K16E only | Supports GNSS and inertial-sensor integration for moving-platform applications. |
| Timepulse output | PPS timing output with 20 ns accuracy. |
| Serial interfaces | UART: 1 × UART interface; 115,200 bps default, configurable up to 2,000,000 bps. |
| Output protocol | NMEA 0183: GGA, RMC, GSV, GSA, GLL, VTG, and GST. |
| Correction input | RTCM v3.x. Review Protocol for message and integration details. |
Electrical and physical
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Power supply | 3.0 V to 3.6 V DC; 3.3 V typical. |
| Power consumption |
K16C · Standard RTK
27 mA during acquisition; 30 mA during tracking.
K16E · RTK + DR
27 mA during acquisition; 35 mA during tracking.
Standby mode
14 μA.
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| Package | 24-pin LCC surface-mount package. |
| Package dimensions | 12.2 × 16.3 × 2.4 mm. |
| Operating temperature | −40°C to +85°C |
| Compliance documentation | Review Certifications & Compliance for available regulatory and project-level documents. |
Integration references
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