EasyReach Solutions UFL-OBA-V2.3-PCB Bluetooth 5.3 Beacon w/ CR2477

The EasyReach Solutions beacon is configured via a one-time physical setup, typically involving internal programming pads or jumper settings accessible by opening the IP65 enclosure. Refer to the product datasheet for specific instructions on setting the advertising frequency (e.g., 100ms to 10s) and transmit power levels to balance your required detection range against the targeted multi-year battery lifespan using the CR2477 cell.

Battery life depends heavily on configured advertising interval and transmit power. With the default ultra-low 650nA sleep current and typical CR2477 capacity (~1000mAh), a conservative configuration (e.g., 1-second interval, 0dBm TX power) can achieve up to 5 years. For precise estimation, calculate based on your specific duty cycle: active TX current (~9.1mA) multiplied by pulse duration, plus the dominant sleep current over time.

Yes, the beacon broadcasts using the standardized Eddystone protocol over Bluetooth 5.3, ensuring compatibility with most modern smartphones (iOS & Android) and common BLE gateway hardware. Eddystone supports URL, UID, TLM, and EID frame types, allowing integration with platforms like Google's Proximity Beacon API for location-based services, asset tracking systems, and custom mobile applications that scan for BLE advertisements.

The IP65 rating (dust-tight and protected against water jets from any direction) makes the beacon suitable for many outdoor and harsh indoor environments, such as under eaves, in weather-protected boxes, or in industrial settings. However, it is not submersible or rated for continuous heavy rainfall immersion. For direct, prolonged exposure to the elements, additional protective housing or a placement strategy that avoids direct water ingress is recommended.