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SX1272MB2DAS

SX1272MB2DAS

Semtech Corporation
SX1272 - LoRa® Transceiver 868MHz, 915MHz Evaluation Board
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Overview

The SX1272MB2DAS is an evaluation and development board featuring the Semtech SX1272 LoRa transceiver, designed for operation in the 868MHz and 915MHz frequency bands. It provides a standardized mbed-compatible shield form factor for rapid prototyping of long-range, low-power wireless communication links. The kit includes a compatible antenna and exposes the SPI interface required to control the radio.

Why Choose This Part

The board utilizes the LoRa modulation technique to achieve significantly higher receiver sensitivity than traditional FSK or OOK systems. It is designed as an mbed shield, allowing for immediate integration with a wide variety of MCU development boards while supporting a wide 868/915MHz frequency range for global compatibility.

Applications

Automated Meter Reading
Building long-range utility meters that can transmit data through walls and over several kilometers.
Agricultural Monitoring
Deploying soil moisture and environmental sensors across large rural areas without cellular coverage.
Industrial Asset Tracking
Monitoring the location and status of equipment in large-scale manufacturing facilities or warehouses.

Key Specifications

Type Transceiver; LoRa
Contents Board(s)
Frequency 868MHz, 915MHz
Utilized IC / Part SX1272

Getting Started

To begin development, plug the shield into an mbed-enabled microcontroller board such as an STM32 Nucleo or LPC1768. Utilize the Semtech LoRaMAC-node firmware or the mbed LoRaWAN stack to configure the radio via the SPI interface. Ensure the included antenna is firmly attached before powering the device to prevent damage to the RF front-end during transmission.

Also Consider

SX1276MB1LAS Semtech Corporation - Offers a wider frequency range including 169MHz and 433MHz support in addition to 868/915MHz.
SX1262DVK1CAS Semtech Corporation - Features the newer generation SX1262 transceiver which offers improved power consumption and higher link budget.
STM32 Nucleo-64 L073RZ STMicroelectronics - A common low-power companion MCU board that is pin-compatible with this mbed shield.