¶ [Gen2] – Talie5in's Gen2 Build's
¶ Overview
Mountain Node (Repeater or Client) - Two Variants, Gen2 and Gen2.01 (very minute differences)
¶ Hardware
- Microcontroller: RAK4631 on RAK19007 Baseboard)
- Battery: 3x 18650 3000mah INR Samsung
- Solar: 6V 6W Solar Panel
- Power Management: WaveShare SolarManger (D)
- Antenna: Alfa AOA-915-5ACM
- Enclosure: 150x150x80 IP67 'Grey' Box (Gen 2) / 200x120x80 IP67 'Grey' Box (Gen2.01)
¶ Configuration (ANZ Region)
- Region: ANZ
- Frequency: 915Mhz
- TX Power: 22dBm
- Channel: LongFast
- Node Role: Client
¶ Power System
- Solar Controller: MPPT (recommended)
- Battery Chemistry: 18650
- Autonomy Estimate: 30 days no sun
- BMS: WaveShare SolarManger (D)
¶ Deployment Details
- Mounting: Ziptied to Tree
- Location Considerations: High Elevation
- Reliability Measures: Drain Holes, Gore Vents, Solar panel mounted on Tilt facing North West
¶ Photos / Diagrams
¶ Bill of Materials (BOM)
| Item | Description | Source | Approx. Cost (AUD) Ex Shipping | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCU | RAK Meshtastic Starter Kit | RakWireless | US$30 | https://store.rakwireless.com/products/wisblock-meshtastic-starter-kit |
| Antenna | Alfa AOA-915-5ACM (5dB) | WISP | $37 | https://wisp.net.au/aoa-915-5acm-alfa-lora-halow-outdoor-omni-antenna.html |
| Solar Panel | 5V6W | AliExpress (Mavaza Store) | $17 | |
| Solar Manager | MPPT Solar Manager | WaveShare | $25 | https://www.waveshare.com/solar-power-manager-d.htm |
| Enclosure | IP67 box | AliExpress (Daiertek) | $30 | |
| Battery | INR18650-30Q x3 | LanPlus (Samsung) | $15 | https://www.lanplus.com.au/index.php?route=product/product&language=en-gb&product_id=251&path=74 |
¶ Firmware + Customizations
- Firmware Version: 2.6.4
- Custom Settings: Custom Firmware Build
- Scripts/Automation: None
¶ Additional Notes
- No additional notes on this build