The RAKwireless company introduce new module for LoRaWAN communication. This single chip consist of STM32WLE5 LoRa controller and a ESP32 C2 chip. This chip is very suitable for long range wireless communication of IoT devices.
What Is the RAK11160 ESP32 + STM32WL Module?
An Ideal Solution for Low-Power, Long-Range IoT Devices. The RAK11160 is a powerful and compact module designed for Internet of Things (IoT) applications. This dual-core setup gives you the best of both worlds: energy efficiency and flexible connectivity. The module is combines with two important components of,
- STM32WLE5 is a LoRa controller for long-range and it has a low-power wireless communication.
- ESP32-C2 is a chip that adds WiFi and Bluetooth in it. Used for low Energy (BLE) for short range communication and internet connectivity.
Why Use RAK11160?
If you’re building a smart device that runs on battery and sends data over long distances, this module can help you to,
- Save battery life by the ESP32 chip powers down completely when not needed.
- It will stay connected because it uses LoRaWAN, WiFi, BLE, or LoRa P2P, all in one module.
- It will protect your data by Built-in memory keeps data safe even when offline.
- Additionally this is fit for your project because its small size works for even compact designs.
RAK11160 Module Pinout
How It Works
The RAK11160 supports two main modes:
1. Standalone Mode
- You can use just the STM32WL part to read sensors and send data via LoRaWAN using RAK’s RUI3 SDK.
2. Dual Mode of Operation
Use the STM32WL for LoRa tasks, and wake up the ESP32 only when needed for,
- WiFi data upload
- BLE communication
- MQTT or HTTP updates
- This method reduces power use and makes your project smarter and more efficient.
Additional informations avalable in RAK documentation center.
