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SX1278 LoRa Transceiver Module, 5km Range, SPI Interface

₹379.00 (Inclusive of all taxes)
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The SX1278 LoRa transceiver module provides long-range, low-power wireless communication up to 5km using LoRa and FSK/GFSK modulation, ideal for embedded IoT systems via its standard SPI interface.

Features

  • Long-range LoRa communication up to 5km in open areas for remote sensor networks.
  • High receiver sensitivity of -139 dBm ensures reliable data reception in noisy RF environments.
  • Supports dual modulation: LoRa for long-range and FSK/GFSK for higher data rates.
  • Standard SPI interface enables easy integration with microcontrollers like Arduino, ESP32, or STM32.
  • Low-power operation with sleep modes and a receive current of only 10-12 mA.

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Description

The SX1278 wireless transceiver module is a core RF component designed for long-range, low-power Internet of Things (IoT) applications. It leverages Semtech’s SX1278 chipset, supporting both LoRa spread spectrum modulation for exceptional link budget and interference immunity, and traditional FSK/GFSK for higher data throughput. This half-duplex module operates across common ISM frequency bands and features a 256-bit FIFO buffer to manage payload data efficiently.

Engineered for embedded integration, the module includes RSSI detection for signal strength monitoring and intelligent power-saving functions like timed wake-up from sleep mode. Its compact form factor and SPI control interface make it a versatile choice for developers building custom wireless nodes that require reliable communication over several kilometers while maintaining minimal power consumption.

Key Features

  • Long-Range LoRa Technology: Enables reliable communication over distances up to 5 kilometers in line-of-sight conditions.
  • Dual Modulation Support: Switch between LoRa for maximum range and FSK/GFSK for higher data rate applications.
  • High Sensitivity Receiver: -139 dBm sensitivity ensures stable links and excellent performance in sub-urban and rural areas.
  • Robust Anti-Interference: 56 dB adjacent channel rejection ratio provides strong resilience against signal interference.
  • SPI Host Interface: Simple serial peripheral interface for straightforward connection to most microcontrollers.
  • Advanced Power Management: Features sleep and standby modes to drastically reduce average current consumption in battery-operated nodes.
  • Integrated FIFO Buffer: 256-bit TX/RX FIFO simplifies data handling and reduces MCU overhead during communication.
  • Compact & Lightweight Design: Small 22.8 x 22.7 mm footprint and 3g weight for space-constrained projects.

Applications

  • Wireless Meter Reading: Remote collection of data from water, gas, or electricity meters.
  • Industrial Monitoring & Telemetry: Sensor data acquisition from remote equipment and pipelines.
  • Smart Agriculture: Soil moisture, weather station, and livestock tracking sensor networks.
  • Smart Home Automation: Long-range control of gates, lights, and environmental sensors.
  • Asset Tracking & Remote Data Logging: Monitoring the location and status of mobile assets.

Technical Specifications

Wireless TechnologyLoRa, FSK/GFSK
Communication ModeHalf Duplex
Typical Communication RangeUp to 5 km
Receiver Sensitivity-139 dBm
Channel Rejection Ratio56 dB
Reference Crystal32 MHz, 10 ppm
Host InterfaceSPI
Frequency BandISM Multi-band (configurable)
Receive Current10–12 mA
FIFO Buffer256-bit TX/RX
Transfer ModeFIFO / Direct Mode
Module Dimensions22.8 × 22.7 × 4.2 mm
Module Weight3 g

Frequently Asked Questions

What microcontrollers can I use with this SX1278 module?

You can interface this module with any microcontroller featuring an SPI port, such as Arduino (Uno, Mega), ESP32, ESP8266, STM32, or Raspberry Pi Pico. You will need to connect the module's SPI pins (MOSI, MISO, SCK, NSS) to your MCU and use a compatible LoRa library like RadioHead or Sandeep Mistry's Arduino LoRa library to manage communication and register configuration.

How do I select the operating frequency band for this module?

The operating frequency is configured via the SX1278 chip's internal registers over SPI. You must set the RF carrier frequency register (RegFrMsb, RegFrMid, RegFrLsb) to your desired ISM band value (e.g., 868MHz or 915MHz) in your firmware initialization code. Ensure your antenna is tuned to the selected frequency for optimal performance and check local regulations for allowed bands and output power limits.

What is the power supply requirement and how do I achieve low power consumption?

The module typically operates from a 3.3V supply. To minimize power, utilize the chip's sleep mode via the OpMode register when not transmitting or receiving. The module draws microamps in sleep. For periodic operation, configure the built-in timing wake-up functions or use an external MCU to control the NRESET and NSS pins, cycling the module between sleep and active states to extend battery life in field deployments.

Package Includes

  • 1 x SX1278 LoRa Transceiver Module
  • 1 x Spring (for mounting/antenna)

Additional Information

Weight 0.005 kg
Dimensions 6 × 8 × 1 cm