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LAMBDA68-8D

LAMBDA68-8D

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General ISM < 1GHz LoRa™ Transceiver Module 868MHz Antenna Not Included Through Hole
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Overview

The LAMBDA68-8D is a high-performance sub-GHz LoRa transceiver module operating at 868MHz, based on the Semtech SX1268 chip. It provides an exceptional link budget with a sensitivity of -148dBm and an integrated 22dBm power amplifier, making it ideal for long-range wireless communication. This through-hole DIP version simplifies prototyping and assembly for engineers needing reliable LPWAN connectivity.

Why Choose This Part

The module offers a significant power advantage with an output of 22dBm while maintaining low power consumption, drawing only 8.8mA in LoRa receive mode. Its 16-pin DIP package with a 2.54mm pitch is breadboard-friendly, facilitating rapid prototyping compared to surface-mount alternatives.

Applications

Smart Metering
Ideal for utility monitoring where long-range penetration through walls and underground infrastructure is required.
Agricultural Monitoring
Provides wide-area coverage for soil moisture, weather, and livestock tracking sensors in remote fields.
Industrial Telemetry
Enables wireless data collection in harsh industrial environments with high immunity to interference.

Key Specifications

Protocol LoRa
Data Rate 300kbps
Frequency 868MHz
Modulation FSK, GFSK, GMSK, MSK
Sensitivity -148dBm
Antenna Type Antenna Not Included
Mounting Type Through Hole
Package / Case 16-DIP Module
Power - Output 22dBm
Voltage - Supply 1.8V ~ 3.7V
Serial Interfaces SPI
RF Family/Standard General ISM < 1GHz
Utilized IC / Part LLCC68
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC
Current - Transmitting 45mA ~ 118mA

Getting Started

To integrate the LAMBDA68-8D, interface it with a microcontroller via the SPI bus and configure the 6 available GPIO pins for interrupts and status monitoring. Ensure the power supply remains between 2.2V and 3.7V for stable operation, and connect a suitable 868MHz antenna to the RF output pin.

Also Consider

LAMBDA68-8S RF Solutions - The surface-mount version of the same module for high-volume automated production.
RFM95W HOPERF - An industry-standard LoRa module based on the older SX1276 core with wide library support.
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