IoT micro:bit LoRa Node (868MHz/915MHz) - shield for BBC micro: bit

Product description: IoT micro:bit LoRa Node (868MHz/915MHz) - compatible with micro:bit

Iot micro:bit LoRa Node is an overlay dedicated to theBBCprogrammableMicro:bit. Theoverlayuses RAKWireless RAK811LoRachip, which is basedon SemTech SX1276 LoRa technology.The overlay uses 868 /915 MHz.The kit includes antennaandcable with u.FL connector.

IoT micro:bit LoRa Node 868 MHz / 915 MHz.

The item is an extension of IoT micro:bit LoRa Node

The kit does not include amicro:bitplate, it can be purchased separately.

The overlay allows you tocreate new projects quickly and easily,thanks to the built-inLoRastockon the chip.Shield is designed to work with other devices, sensors and modules from the familyInternet of Things (IoT).It is a new and revolutionary method of transmitting small data packets over long distances by means of long-range radio waves with low power. The chip is perfectforcommunication with sensors monitoring weather, air quality andintelligent homesystems, etc.

The manufacturer has prepared a guidetogetherwith software to configure the overlay with the main module.

Features and application of the IoT micro:bit LoRa Node overlay

• Radio LoRa RAK811 with built-in full stack LoRaWAN.
• Supports LoRaWAN calls and P2P LoRa modes.
• U.FL connector and antenna to use or integrate different antennas in enclosures with external antennas.
• Additional 8 GPIO pins controlled by UART including 2 pins supporting analogue sensors.
• Low power consumption - consumes less than 50mA during transmission.

The module operates on two different frequencies depending on the country.

On the Internet you can finda map with available frequencies.

Technical specifications of IoT radio module micro:bit LoRa Node Parameter Scope Radio type LoRa RAK811 with full stack LoRaWAN Available frequency 915 / 868MHz Supported modes and connections

• Mode: LoRaP2P
• The calls: LoRaWAN

U.FL connector

Yes

Power consumption

less than 50 mA during transmission

The set includes

• IoT LoRa Node pHAT
• Radio RAK811 pre-installed
• Mounting equipment
• Stickers
• Product card

Useful links

• Pi Supply manufacturer's website
• Radio module page LoRa RAK811
• Guide to the GitHub
• How to start working with IoT micro:bit LoRa Node - a GitHub guide
• The page with the availability of frequencies in a given country