easySensors have created a new long-range LoRa wall switch which can be powered by just a couple of coin cell batteries and programmed using the Arduino IDE. The easySwitchBox is available from $31 which includes free shipping throughout the United States, with worldwide shipping available for an additional $8. easySwitchBox is part of the Microchip Get Launched 2019 design competition.
“The easySwitchBox does one simple thing – it sends on\off signals to any relay, actuator, or other project. It can be used to trigger any event wirelessly and from a distance (even up to a couple kilometers using LoRa®). It’s easy to program using the Arduino IDE, and communication is secured by an authentication chip. The easySwitchBox not only makes your project more effective, it also looks more professional.”
Specifications of the easySwitchBox long-range LoRa wall switch include :
IDE Control: Fully compatible with the Arduino IDE
– Enumerates as an Arduino Pro Mini @ 8 MHz
– Compatible with all RFM 69 \ 95 compatible open source libraries available
Radio Transceivers: Three transceiver options are available
– HopeRF RFM95 LoRa® 433/868/915 MHz (long-range version)
– HopeRF RFM69-HCW 433/868/915 MHz (mid-range version)
– HopeRF RFM69-CW 433/868/915 MHz (low power consumption version)
Security: On-board Atmel/Microchip ATSHA204A crypto-authentication chip
– Provides secured handshakes
Antennas: Tuned PCB antenna options that are soldered to the main board
– 915 MHz – United States, Canada, Australia
– 868 MHz – Europe
– 433 MHz – Europe
Interface: Long-run soft-touch buttons similar to high-quality home switches
– Each button has a built-in LED for message delivery confirmation
Power: Utilizes two CR2032 coin cell batteries
– On-board coin cell holders
– Reverse polarity protection
– High-efficiency power converter
– Batteries can last as long as two years with daily use
Mounting: Two options are provided for mounting
– Pre-applied adhesive tape on the back
– Screws through holes in the back plate
Open Source Hardware: For all your hacking desires
Source: Crowd Supply
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