The SX1272 LoRa module main advantage is the reach increasing but also the cost saving respect other similar modules like XBee 868 or XBee 900. The Multiprotocol Radio Shield can be used to connect two modules in order to combine the existing Cooking-Hacks modules and make connections between platforms. The SX1272 LoRa module uses the SPI bus. The SPI port allows more speed communication and frees up the UART for other purposes like debugging or to connect communication modules.

It comes with a 868 MHz antenna to be used in this frequency.

- Access to the complete list of kits and accessories of SX1272 LoRa module for Arduino, Raspberry Pi and Intel Galileo here.

Note: As indicated in the product name, this item is valid for Arduino, Raspberry Pi and Intel Galileo. It is NOT compatible with Waspmote.

Note: The LoRa module is fully compatible with the Raspberry Pi 2 model B with our latest software.

Note: in Arduino this module has to be used with the Multiprotocol Radio Shield.

LoRa VS LoRaWAN

Libelium currently offers two options of this type of radio technology: LoRa and LoRaWAN

• LoRa contains only the link layer protocol and is perfect to be used in P2P communications between nodes. LoRa modules are a little cheaper that the LoRaWAN ones. It works in the 868 and 900MHz bands. Go to the LoRa Tutorial.
• LoRaWAN includes the network layer too so it is possible to send the information to any Base Station already connected to a Cloud platform. LoRaWAN modules may work in the 868/900/433MHz bands. Go to the LoRaWAN Tutorial.

If you are interested in a Waspmote unit with LoRa connectivity, please consider these items:

• Waspmote SX1272 LoRa module 900 MHz
• Waspmote SX1272 LoRa module 868 MHz