RFM95/96/97/98

Part: RFM95/96/97/98(W) — HopeRF

Type: LoRa / FSK/OOK Sub-GHz Transceiver Module

Description: Low-power long-range LoRa transceiver module with up to -148 dBm sensitivity, +20 dBm maximum output power, 168 dB maximum link budget, and programmable bit rate up to 300 kbps in a 16×16 mm module.

Operating Conditions:

• Supply voltage: see Operating Range table (Table 3); absolute maximum is 3.9 V
• Operating temperature: not given in the provided excerpt (Table 3 content not shown)
• Maximum bit rate: 300 kbps (FSK mode)

Absolute Maximum Ratings:

• Max supply voltage (VDDmr): 3.9 V (min -0.5 V)
• Storage/ambient temperature (Tmr): -55 to +115 °C
• Max junction temperature (Tj): +125 °C
• Max RF input level: +10 dBm
• Specific ratings apply to +20 dBm operation

Key Specs:

• Sensitivity: down to -148 dBm (LoRa)
• Maximum link budget: 168 dB
• RF output power: up to +20 dBm (100 mW), with a +14 dBm high-efficiency PA
• RX current: 10.3 mA
• Register-retention (sleep) current: 200 nA
• IIP3: -12.5 dBm
• RSSI dynamic range: 127 dB
• Synthesizer resolution: 61 Hz
• Packet engine: up to 256 bytes with CRC

Features:

• LoRa modem with FSK, GFSK, MSK, GMSK and OOK modulation
• Programmable bit rate up to 300 kbps
• Excellent blocking immunity
• Built-in bit synchronizer for clock recovery
• Preamble detection
• Automatic RF Sense and CAD with ultra-fast AFC
• Built-in temperature sensor and low battery indicator
• Supports WMBus and IEEE 802.15.4g in (G)FSK modes

Applications:

• Automated meter reading
• Home and building automation
• Wireless alarm and security systems
• Industrial monitoring and control
• Long-range irrigation systems

Package:

• 16×16 mm module (see Section 8 for package outline and land pattern)

• LoRa TM Modem.
• 168 dB maximum link budget.
• +20 dBm - 100 mW constant RF output vs. V supply.
• +14 dBm high efficiency PA.
• Programmable bit rate up to 300 kbps.
• High sensitivity: down to -148 dBm.
• Bullet-proof front end: IIP3 = -12.5 dBm.
• Excellent blocking immunity.
• Low RX current of 10.3 mA, 200 nA register retention.
• Fully integrated synthesizer with a resolution of 61 Hz.
• FSK, GFSK, MSK, GMSK, LoRa TM and OOK modulation.
• Built-in bit synchronizer for clock recovery.
• Preamble detection.
• 127 dB Dynamic Range RSSI.
• Automatic RF Sense and CAD with ultra-fast AFC.
• Packet engine up to 256 bytes with CRC.
• Built-in temperature sensor and low battery indicator.
• Modue Size : 16*16mm

• Automated Meter Reading.
• Home and Building Automation.
• Wireless Alarm and Security Systems.
• Industrial Monitoring and Control
• Long range Irrigation Systems

WIRELESS & SENSING

PRELIMINARY

DATASHEET

Stresses above the values listed below may cause permanent device failure. Exposure to absolute maximum ratings for extended periods may affect device reliability.

Table 49 Absolute Maximum Ratings

Note Specific ratings apply to +20 dBm operation (see Section 5.4.3).

The RFM95/96/97/98(W) is available as shown in Figure 56

UNIT : mm

WIRELESS & SENSING

PRELIMINARY

DATASHEET