Sensor LoRaWAN Transmission Solution
Advantages of Using LoRaWAN
Long-Range Transmission
Wide Coverage: LoRaWAN signals can travel several kilometers, making it ideal for large-scale monitoring.
Strong Penetration: Maintains stable connections even in complex environments like inside buildings.
Low Power Consumption
Long Battery Life: Devices consume minimal power, allowing batteries to last several years, reducing maintenance needs.
Energy Efficiency: Suitable for long-term deployments, lowering energy consumption.
Data Security
Encrypted Transmission: Provides end-to-end encryption to ensure data security.
Authentication Mechanism: Supports device authentication to prevent unauthorized access.
Real-Time Monitoring
Instant Feedback: Real-time data transmission allows for quick responses to environmental changes.
Remote Management: Enables remote monitoring and management, improving efficiency.
Topological relationships
BUILD THE SYSTEM
Setting up a LoRaWAN network involves the following steps:
1. Plan the Network Architecture
The series can be connected to other modules or development boards through stamp holes or PH2.0 4P cables, which makes wiring easier and is therefore ideal for novices. If you are a skilled engineer, this series can also save you more time.
Define the area to be covered and the number of nodes to be connected to decide on gateway locations and quantities
The presence of obstructions in the environment and the level of surrounding noise can directly impact the transmission range of the devices, thereby influencing the layout of the equipment.
Battery-Powered Devices: For battery-powered nodes, consider low-power modes (e.g., Class A) to extend battery life.
Gateway Power: Gateways typically require a stable power source. In remote areas, solar power or other alternative energy sources may be necessary.
Decide between public or private networks, and whether to use Etherneter, WiFi or LTE.
In order to achieve low power consumption, we typically opt for CLASS_A. However, in situations where immediate responsiveness from the end device is required, you may have to choose CLASS_C, which will impact your power supply layout.
You may need to consider your **initial investment** and **long-term maintenance costs**. Heltec’s devices cater to a wide range of requirements, so please choose based on your specific needs.
2.Node Devices
Is a protection level needed?
Will batteries be used? Is charging required? Will solar power be utilized?
Device expected operating duration.
The interval at which nodes send data to the server.
In order to achieve low power consumption, we typically opt for CLASS_A. However, in situations where immediate responsiveness from the end device is required, you may have to choose CLASS_C, which will impact your power supply layout.
Modules
CubeCell – AB01 Dev-Board (V2)
$13.90
CubeCell – AM01 Module (V2)
$9.90
CubeCell Dev-Board Plus (HTCC-AB02)
$15.50
HT-AT62
$5.90
HT-CT62
$6.90
HT-RA62
$3.90
WiFi LoRa 32(V3)
$17.90 – $19.90
Wireless Stick Lite(V3)
$14.90
Wireless Stick(V3)
$17.90
Wireless Tracker
$22.90Transmitter (Used with Third-Party Sensors)
RS485-LoRaWAN Wireless Converter
$17.90
Sensor Hub -- Bus Transformer
$57.00 – $156.00
Wireless Aggregator -- Bus Transformer
$75.00 – $175.00LoRaWAN Sensor (Integrated Sensor and LoRaWAN Functionality)
HRU-3601
$19.00 – $23.00
Sensor Hub
$59.00 – $69.00
Wireless Aggregator -- Sensor Docker
$7.00 – $76.00
Wireless Thermoprobe
Original price was: $39.00.$35.80Current price is: $35.80.Heltec Gateway Recommendations：
HT-M02 Edge LoRa Gateway (V2)
$229.00 – $299.00
HT-M2802 Indoor LoRa Gateway
Original price was: $499.00.$199.00Current price is: $199.00.
HT-M7603 Indoor LoRa Gateway
Original price was: $119.00.$89.00Current price is: $89.00.- HT-M02: Can be deployed outdoors, Supports edge computing, Strong waterproofing, Supports LTE, Supports Power over Ethernet (PoE).
- HT-2802: Supports edge computing, High cost-performance ratio.
- HT-M7603: Extremely high cost-performance ratio, Compact and portable
3. Deploy Gateways
Gateways: Responsible for receiving and forwarding data from LoRaWAN nodes. Consider coverage range, number of connected devices, and installation environment when selecting.
Is a protection level needed?
Will solar power be utilized?
The number of nodes and the transmission interval will influence the number of gateways required.
Gateways should be installed at high points to avoid signal obstruction.
4. Network Server
Other Choices
5. Application Server Integration
Configure data forwarding rules on the network server to send data to the application server.
SnapEmu provides API interfaces, process data on the application server.
Use SnapEmu APP for visualization.