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LAMBDA-9D

LAMBDA-9D

RF Solutions
LoRa™ Transceiver Module 915MHz Integrated, Chip Through Hole
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Overview

The LAMBDA-9D is a 915MHz LoRa transceiver module based on the Semtech SX1272 chipset, designed for long-range, low-power wireless communication. It features an integrated chip antenna and comes in a 16-DIP through-hole package, simplifying integration into through-hole PCBs or breadboard prototypes. The module operates from 1.8V to 3.6V and provides a high link budget with up to +20dBm output power and -130dBm sensitivity.

Why Choose This Part

The module offers an integrated impedance matching network and a built-in RF switch, reducing the need for external RF design expertise. Its ultra-low sleep current of 0.1uA and standby current of 50uA make it exceptionally efficient for power-constrained applications. The through-hole DIP form factor allows for easy prototyping and manual assembly compared to surface-mount RF modules.

Applications

Long-Range Asset Tracking
Utilizes LoRa modulation to track high-value assets over several kilometers in rural or urban environments.
Remote Sensor Networks
Ideal for battery-operated environmental monitoring where nodes must remain active for years on a single charge.
Industrial Telemetry
Provides robust wireless data links in electrically noisy industrial settings using high interference immunity.
Smart Agriculture
Enables soil moisture and livestock monitoring across expansive agricultural fields without cellular coverage.

Key Specifications

Protocol LoRa
Data Rate 300kbps
Frequency 915MHz
Modulation FSK, GFSK, GMSK, MSK, OOK
Sensitivity -130dBm
Antenna Type Integrated, Chip
Mounting Type Through Hole
Package / Case 16-DIP Module
Power - Output 20dBm
Voltage - Supply 1.8V ~ 3.6V
Serial Interfaces SPI
Utilized IC / Part SX1272
Current - Receiving 10mA
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC
Current - Transmitting 125mA

Getting Started

To begin development, interface the module via SPI with a microcontroller such as an Arduino or STM32. Engineers should utilize existing SX1272 libraries, ensuring the frequency is set to 915MHz and the SPI pins are correctly mapped to the 16-DIP pinout. For initial testing, ensure the supply voltage does not exceed 3.6V and verify the LoRa spreading factor and bandwidth settings match your gateway or receiver.

Also Consider

RFM95W-915S2 HopeRF - A popular surface-mount LoRa module using the SX1276 core, offering 868/915MHz support with a slightly different footprint.