

Overview
The SIM68M is a GNSS Module made by SIMCom Wireless Solutions in a SMD-18P package with 18 pins. SMD-18P GNSS Modules ROHS.
PCBKit's library has its footprint (EasyEDA_Cloud:GPSM-SMD_18P-L10.1-W9.7-P1.10, from EasyEDA), ready for a KiCad board. 930 are in stock at JLCPCB (part C2999762). 1 open-source board in 1 repository on GitHub use it.
Symbol
The library has no symbol for this part yet.
Footprint
Parameters
8- Current - Supply
- 25mA@3.3V
- Features
- Hot start acceleration
- GNSS Type
- GPS
- Interface
- UART
- Operating Temperature
- -40℃~+85℃
- Sensitivity
- -165dBm
- Time To First Fix
- 28s
- Voltage - Supply
- 2.8V~4.3V
Order codes
1- SIM68MLCSC C2999762
Open-source boards using it
All 1- 4 layers50 × 50 mm

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Is there a KiCad symbol and footprint for the SIM68M?
Yes. the footprint EasyEDA_Cloud:GPSM-SMD_18P-L10.1-W9.7-P1.10, both drawn on this page. PCBKit places them on a board for you when you design with it.
What package is the SIM68M?
SMD-18P, with 18 pins. Its footprint is drawn on this page.
Where is the SIM68M datasheet?
SIMCom Wireless Solutions publishes it: the Datasheet link on this page opens it.
Where can I order the SIM68M?
JLCPCB lists it as part C2999762, with 930 in stock; the sellers' links on this page open their listings.
What can replace the SIM68M?
Parts like it in the library: the GM36 by ZHONGKEWEI. Check their datasheets: a part that fits the footprint may still differ in its ratings.
Which open-source boards use the SIM68M?
1 board in 1 repository on GitHub; the most starred are listed on this page, with their KiCad files.