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Heltec Automation Automation CubeCell AB02 ASR6502 SX1262 Solar LoRa Dev Board

₹2,239.00 (Inclusive of all taxes)
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The Heltec Automation CubeCell AB02 is an Arduino-compatible LoRaWAN node development board featuring the integrated ASR6502 SoC (ARM Cortex-M0+) and SX1262 LoRa transceiver. It includes a 0.96-inch OLED, onboard solar charge controller, and lithium battery management for ultra-low-power IoT deployments.

Features

  • Integrated ASR6502 SoC with ARM Cortex-M0+ MCU and SX1262 LoRa transceiver for robust, long-range communication.
  • Ultra-low power design with deep sleep current of just 3.5µA, ideal for solar/battery-powered IoT nodes.
  • Onboard solar charge controller and Li-ion battery management (charge/discharge, protection, auto-switching).
  • Full Arduino IDE compatibility and stable LoRaWAN 1.0.2 protocol stack support for rapid development.
  • Includes a 0.96-inch 128×64 OLED display for real-time debugging and system status monitoring.

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Description

The Heltec Automation Automation CubeCell AB02 development board is engineered for low-power, long-range LoRaWAN node applications. Its core is the ASR6502, a system-on-chip that integrates a 48 MHz ARM Cortex-M0+ microcontroller with the Semtech SX1262 LoRa transceiver, simplifying RF design and improving signal integrity.

The board is built for field deployment with an integrated energy management system supporting direct connection to a 3.7V lithium battery and a 5.5V to 7V solar panel. Complete with a CP2102 USB-serial bridge for programming and an IPEX connector for an external LoRa antenna, the AB02 provides a robust, developer-friendly platform for creating sustainable IoT sensor nodes.

Key Features

  • Arduino-Compatible Development: Programmable via the Arduino IDE with extensive library support for rapid prototyping of LoRa applications.
  • Integrated Solar & Battery Management: Onboard charge controller and protection circuitry enable autonomous, off-grid operation.
  • Ultra-Low Power Operation: Achieves a deep sleep current of 3.5µA, dramatically extending battery life in periodic sensing tasks.
  • Onboard Diagnostic Display: 0.96-inch OLED screen provides immediate visual feedback for signal strength, battery voltage, and sensor data.
  • Robust RF Design: Features good impedance matching and RF shielding for reliable, long-distance LoRa communication.
  • Comprehensive Connectivity: Offers a Micro USB port, IPEX antenna connector, and multiple 2.54mm pin headers for sensor and peripheral expansion.

Applications

  • Solar-powered environmental monitoring stations for agriculture (soil moisture, temperature).
  • Long-range asset tracking and logistics management with geolocation data.
  • Remote industrial telemetry and IIoT sensor networks for equipment health monitoring.
  • Smart city deployments such as waste bin level monitoring, parking space detection, and air quality sensing.
  • Off-grid wildlife tracking and conservation research projects.

Technical Specifications

Microcontroller/SoCASR6502 (48 MHz ARM Cortex-M0+)
LoRa TransceiverSX1262
Wireless ProtocolLoRa, LoRaWAN 1.0.2
Supply Voltage3.7V Li-ion Battery, 5V via USB
Deep Sleep Current3.5 µA
InterfacesMicro USB, IPEX Antenna, 15x2 GPIO Pins, SH1.25 Battery Connector
USB-Serial ChipCP2102
Display0.96-inch 128x64 OLED
Operating Temperature-20°C to 70°C
Memory128 KB Flash, 16 KB SRAM
DimensionsApprox. 6 x 6 cm

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I program the CubeCell AB02 board?

Install the Heltec Automation CubeCell board support package within the Arduino IDE. Connect the board via the Micro USB port, select 'CubeCell AB02' as the target board, and choose the correct COM port assigned to the onboard CP2102 USB-serial chip. You can then upload standard Arduino sketches or the provided LoRaWAN examples to begin development.

What is the procedure for connecting a solar panel and battery?

Connect a 3.7V lithium battery to the onboard SH1.25 connector. For solar charging, connect a panel providing 5.5V to 7V output to the dedicated solar input pins. The integrated management system will automatically handle power switching, prioritizing solar power to charge the battery and run the board, switching to battery when solar is unavailable.

How do I maximize battery life with the AB02's low-power features?

Utilize the deep sleep functions in your code, putting the ASR6502 MCU and SX1262 radio into their lowest power states between sensor readings or transmission intervals. Configure the LoRa parameters for an optimal balance of range and airtime. The board's 3.5µA sleep current is achieved when all unnecessary peripherals, including the OLED, are powered down in software.

Can I use this board with a standard LoRaWAN network server like The Things Network (TTN)?

Yes, the CubeCell AB02 fully supports the LoRaWAN 1.0.2 specification. Use the Arduino LoRaWAN library examples provided by Heltec Automation to configure the device's DevEUI, AppEUI, and AppKey. You can then register the device on TTN or any other compliant LoRaWAN server to send and receive encrypted payloads from your IoT application.

Package Includes

  • 1 x CubeCell AB02 Dev-Board Plus
  • 1 x Antenna
  • 1 x SH1.25×2 Battery Connector

Additional Information

Weight 0.025 kg
Dimensions 6 × 6 × 2 cm