It is an economical solar-powered comms node or repeater based on Meshtastic. It meets basic comms needs in no – network zones. Unlike P1-Pro, P1 lacks a built-in GPS module and four 18650 batteries, yet keeps core comms. It’s perfect for budget-constrained scenarios or those not needing precise location, like environmental monitoring and short – range network setups.
Note:
SenseCAP Solar Node P1 is cost-effective and lacks the XIAO L76K GPS module and four 18650 batteries. But users can buy and install them independently.
For the model with positioning and batteries, opt for the SenseCAP Solar Node P1-Pro.
| P1 | P1-Pro | |
| SenseCAP Solar Node | √ | √ |
| • 18650 Batteries x 4 (Built – in) | √ | |
| • XIAO L76K GPS Module (Built – in) | x | √ |
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Mounting Brackets
• Universal Joint
• Connector
• Hoop Bracket
• Hoop Ring
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√ | √ |
| 2dBi 868 – 915MHz Rubber Rod Antenna | √ | √ |
| RF Cable: RP-SMA Male to RP-SMA Female-300mm | √ | √ |
| Black Type-C Cable | √ | √ |
| User Manual | √ | √ |
🌱Integrated with a 5W solar panel, and supports external batteries (which need to be provided by users themselves).
🌱The device comes pre-installed with Meshtastic firmware at the factory. It can be seamlessly integrated into the Meshtastic ecosystem.
🌱Compatible with the Grove ecosystem, and supports plug-and-play of sensors such as temperature and humidity sensors, light sensors, etc.
🌱It is suitable for long-term outdoor use.
🌱Supports 8 to 9KM Transmission in open areas. It can be used as an outdoor node or repeater, easily expanding the Mesh network and enhancing network coverage.
Specification
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Main controller |
XIAO nRF52840 Plus(Nordic nRF52840, ARM® Cortex®-M4 32-bit processor with FPU, 64 MHz, 256KB RAM, 1MB Flash, 2MB onboard Flash) |
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LoRa Module |
Wio-SX1262 Module(Semtch SX1262, TXOP=22dBm@862-930MHz) |
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GPS Module |
Users self-purchase and addXIAO L76K(Support GPS/GLONASS/Galileo) |
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Antenna |
LoRa: Type: Rod-shaped rubber antenna Frequency range: 868-915MHZ Gain: 2dbi |
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GNSS: GPS L1 C/A: 1575.42MHz GLONASS L1: 1602MHz BeiDou B1: 1561.098MHz |
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Bluetooth 5.0 |
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Solar Panel |
5W |
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Interface |
Grove *1: IIC/GPIO |
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USB-C debugging |
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Button |
Power on/off |
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Reset |
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User-defined |
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LED |
Charging status indicator lights *2 |
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Solar panel status indicator light *1 |
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Mesh heartbeat light *1 |
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User-defined *1 |
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Power supply |
5V |
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Battery |
P1 version without batteries; P1 Pro Version includes batteries 4 x 18650 lithium batteries (3350mAh each) |
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Dimension |
191.2 x 201.2 x 42.1 mm |
🌱Overall effect diagram
🌱Accessories diagram
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① |
2dbi, 868~915MHz rubber rod antenna |
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② |
Universal joint bracket, angle adjustable. |
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③ |
Bracket connector, can support the antenna |
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④ |
RF Cable; RP-SMA Male to RF-SMA Female; 300mm |
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⑤ |
Hoop bracket |
Diameter: 70-100mm |
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⑥ |
Hoop ring |
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⑦ |
Power switch |
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⑧ |
Reset |
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⑨ |
User-defined |
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⑩ |
Red light on: Charging |
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⑪ |
Green light on: Charged |
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⑫ |
Yellow light on: Device is exposed to light. |
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⑬ |
Blue light: Mesh heartbeat |
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⑭ |
White light: User-defined |
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⑮ |
Type-C: 5V 1A |
🌱Dimension diagram
Application
🌱Outdoor Adventure: Send real-time location and text messages in areas without network coverage.
🌱Mesh Network Expansion: Serve as a Mesh relay node to expand the coverage of the existing Meshtastic network. Support multi-hop transmission, where data can be relayed through multiple nodes, enhancing network reliability.
🌱Educational Experiments: Learn about the development of Meshtastic and LoRa decentralized networks.
🌱Environmental Monitoring: Provide a Grove interface to connect sensors for remote monitoring of the environment (such as temperature, humidity, air quality, etc.).
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SenseCAP Solar Node P1 (without GPS & battery) |
x1 |
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Mounting Brackets 🌱Universal Joint 🌱Connector 🌱Hoop Bracket 🌱Hoop Ring |
x1 |
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2dBi 868 – 915MHz Rubber Rod Antenna |
x1 |
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RF Cable: RP-SMA Male to RF-SMA Female-300mm |
x1 |
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Black Type-C Cable |
x1 |
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User Manual |
x1 |
