Ai-Thinker Ra-02 LoRa Spread Spectrum Wireless Module (SX1278 433MHz RF Transceiver)
The Ai-Thinker Ra-02 LoRa Wireless Module is a compact long-range RF transceiver designed for low-power wide-area network (LPWAN) and Internet of Things (IoT) applications. Based on the Semtech SX1278 LoRa transceiver, the module utilizes LoRa spread spectrum modulation to provide reliable long-distance wireless communication with excellent sensitivity, low power consumption, and strong immunity to interference. Operating in the 433MHz ISM frequency band, the Ra-02 is ideal for applications requiring stable wireless data transmission over several kilometers in line-of-sight conditions.
The module communicates through a standard SPI interface, making it easy to integrate with Arduino, ESP32, STM32, Raspberry Pi, PIC, AVR, and other embedded development platforms.
Key Features -
• Based on Semtech SX1278 LoRa transceiver IC
• Long-range LoRa spread spectrum communication
• Operates in the 433MHz ISM frequency band
• Low power consumption for battery-operated devices
• High receiver sensitivity for extended communication range
• Excellent anti-interference performance
• SPI interface for easy microcontroller integration
• Compact RF module with castellated pads
• Suitable for IoT, telemetry, and remote monitoring
• Compatible with Arduino, ESP32, STM32, Raspberry Pi, and other controllers
Specifications -
• Product type - LoRa Wireless Transceiver Module
• Model - Ra-02
• Brand - Ai-Thinker
• RF Chip - Semtech SX1278
• Modulation - LoRa Spread Spectrum, FSK, GFSK, OOK (Chip Supported)
• Frequency band - 433MHz ISM Band
• Communication interface - SPI
• Operating voltage - 1.8V to 3.7V DC
• Output power - Up to +20dBm (Configuration Dependent)
• Receiver sensitivity - Up to -148dBm (Configuration Dependent)
• Package / Mounting type - SMD RF Module
Applications -
• IoT devices
• Smart agriculture systems
• Wireless sensor networks
• Environmental monitoring
• Industrial automation
• Smart metering systems
• Remote telemetry
• Home automation
• Asset tracking systems
• Long-range embedded communication projects