SenseCAP P1, P1-Pro Outdoor Off-Grid SX1262 LoRa Meshtastic Solar Node
1. 5W Solar Powered System – Continuous off-grid operation with energy harvesting design
2. Meshtastic Ready – Pre-installed firmware for seamless mesh networking integration
3. Long-Range LoRa Connectivity – Stable transmission up to 8–9 km in open environments
4. Expandable Sensor Support – Grove interface for temperature, humidity, and air quality sensors
5. Self-Sustaining Design – Supports 18650 battery backup for 24/7 operation
6. Mesh Relay Capability – Acts as a repeater node to extend network coverage
7. Rugged Outdoor Build – Designed for long-term deployment in harsh environments
SenseCAP P1, P1-Pro Outdoor Off-Grid SX1262 LoRa Meshtastic Solar Node
SenseCAP Solar Node P1 – Outdoor Meshtastic LoRa Repeater
Note: This cost-effective version does not include the XIAO L76K GPS module or 18650 batteries. Users can purchase and install them independently. For a version with GPS and batteries included, choose the SenseCAP Solar Node P1-Pro.
Key Features
- 5W Integrated Solar Panel – Ideal for long-term outdoor use.
- Pre-installed Meshtastic Firmware – Seamless integration with Meshtastic networks.
- Supports Plug-and-Play Grove Sensors – Compatible with temperature, humidity, and light sensors.
- LoRa Long-Range Transmission – Up to 8–9 KM in open areas.
- Expandable Mesh Network – Functions as a node or repeater for Meshtastic.
Optional Accessories
- Button-top 18650 Batteries – Required for battery installation (not included).
- 3dBi Fiberglass Antenna (860–930MHz) – Recommended for higher-gain signal.
- Standard RF Cable – Easy plug-and-play setup with mounting bracket.
Specifications
- Main Controller: XIAO nRF52840 Plus (ARM Cortex-M4, 64MHz, 256KB RAM, 1MB Flash, 2MB onboard Flash)
- LoRa Module: Wio SX1262 (Semtech SX1262, 22dBm @862–930MHz)
- GPS Module: Not included; supports XIAO L76K (GPS/GLONASS/Galileo)
- Bluetooth: 5.0
- Antenna: 2dBi Rubber Rod (868–915MHz)
- Power Input: 5V via USB-C
- Battery Support: User-installed Button-top 18650 batteries
- Solar Panel: 5W Integrated
- Interface: Grove x1 (I2C/GPIO), USB-C for debugging
- Buttons: Power / Reset / User-defined
- LED Indicators: Charging, Charged, Sunlight, Mesh Heartbeat, User-defined
- Dimensions: 191.2 x 201.2 x 42.1 mm
Applications
- Outdoor Adventures: Real-time GPS and messaging without mobile signal.
- Mesh Networking: Extend Meshtastic coverage with relay nodes.
- Education: Learn about LoRa networks and open-source projects.
- Environmental Monitoring: Use Grove sensors for remote data collection.
Part List
| Artículo | SenseCAP Solar Node P1 (without GPS & battery) | SenseCAP Solar Node P1-Pro (with GPS & battery) |
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| Main Unit | 1 × SenseCAP Solar Node P1 | 1 × SenseCAP Solar Node P1-Pro |
| Mounting Brackets | 1 × Universal Joint1 × Connector1 × Hoop Bracket1 × Hoop Ring | 1 × Universal Joint1 × Connector1 × Hoop Bracket1 × Hoop Ring |
| Antenna | 1 × 2dBi 868–915MHz Rubber Rod Antenna | 1 × 2dBi 868–915MHz Rubber Rod Antenna |
| RF Cable | 1 × RP-SMA Male to RF-SMA Female, 300mm | 1 × RP-SMA Male to RF-SMA Female, 300mm |
| Type-C Cable | 1 × Black Type-C Cable | 1 × Black Type-C Cable |
| User Manual | 1 × User Manual | 1 × User Manual |
Hardware Overview:
Diagram
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 |
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.).
ECCN/HTS
| HSCODE | 8541402000 |
| USHSCODE | 8541410000 |
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| EUHSCODE | 8531202090 |
| COO | CHINA |
Take a Closer Look
Specification
| Item | Specification |
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| Main Controller | XIAO nRF52840 Plus (ARM Cortex-M4, 64MHz) |
| LoRa Module | Wio SX1262 (Semtech SX1262, up to 22 dBm) |
| GPS Support | External XIAO L76K (Not included) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Antenna | 2dBi 868–915MHz Rubber Antenna |
| Power Input | 5V USB-C |
| Battery | Dual 18650 user-installed battery system |
| Solat Panel | 5W Integrated Solar Charging |
| Interface | Grove (I2C/GPIO), USB-C debug port |
| Buttons | Power / Reset / User Button |
| Indicators | Charging / Charged / Solar / Mesh Status LEDs |
| Dimensions | 191.2 × 201.2 × 42.1 mm |
