LoRa Environmental Sensor Network
LoRa Environmental Sensor Network Kit with ESP32 Gateway & Cloud Dashboard
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Deploy four battery-powered LoRa sensor nodes across a field, each measuring temperature, humidity, soil moisture, and atmospheric pressure, then watch the data stream in real time to a cloud dashboard via an ESP32 gateway. This kit turns the concept of precision agriculture into a working, scalable sensor network — ideal for crop management, campus micro-climate studies, and Smart India Hackathon submissions.
What You'll Build
A field-ready environmental monitoring system with four independent nodes communicating to a central gateway over LoRa. The gateway aggregates temperature, humidity, soil moisture, and barometric pressure data and pushes it to a cloud platform where you can visualize trends, set alerts, and analyse historical patterns. Each node fits into a waterproof enclosure, ready for outdoor deployment on farms, research plots, or college campuses.
What You'll Learn
- Configuring RA-02 LoRa SX1278 modules for long-range mesh communication between Arduino Nano nodes
- Interfacing DHT22, BMP280, and soil moisture sensors with both Arduino Nano and ESP32
- Designing battery-powered 18650 nodes with LM2596 buck regulation for stable 3.3V/5V operation
- Building a cloud integration pipeline using MQTT to stream sensor arrays to platforms like ThingSpeak or Blynk
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| ESP32 Dev Board | 2 |
| Arduino Nano | 3 |
| RA-02 LoRa SX1278 | 5 |
| DHT22 | 4 |
| BMP280 | 2 |
| Soil Moisture Sensor | 3 |
| 433MHz Antenna | 5 |
| 18650 Cell | 5 |
| 18650 Holder | 5 |
| LM2596 Buck Converter | 5 |
| 100nF Caps | 20 |
| 4.7kΩ Resistors | 10 |
| PCB Prototype Board | 5 |
| Waterproof Enclosures | 4 |
| Soldering Iron | 1 |
| Solder Wire | 1 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
Designed for B.Tech ECE/EEE students working on final-year IoT projects, research scholars at IIT/NIT/VIT deploying field sensor networks, and professionals prototyping agricultural monitoring solutions. Smart India Hackathon teams building climate-resilience gadgets will find a ready-to-assemble wireless backbone, while ATL mentors can use it for college-level tinkering workshops.
Built and Backed by Compoden
Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project — accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.
What if I get stuck during the build?
Scan the QR code for the AI build companion, which walks you through every wiring step and code upload. WhatsApp support is also available for tricky debugging.
Can I deploy this kit in an agricultural field without Wi-Fi?
Yes. The LoRa nodes communicate up to several kilometres line-of-sight. The gateway can upload data over a cellular hotspot or store it locally on an SD card until a connection is available.
How do I power the sensor nodes in remote locations?
Each node runs on an 18650 Li-ion cell via an LM2596 buck converter. You can easily add a small solar panel for trickle charging during long-term field deployments.
Is the cloud dashboard configurable?
Absolutely. Sample code is provided for ThingSpeak and Blynk, but the MQTT-based pipeline lets you integrate with any custom web dashboard or analytics platform.
Four LoRa nodes spread across a field send micro-climate data to a gateway ESP32 which uploads to cloud.
What's in this kit
- ESP32 Dev Board x2
- Arduino Nano x3
- RA-02 LoRa SX1278 x5
- DHT22 x4
- BMP280 x2
- Soil Moisture Sensor x3
- 433MHz Antenna x5
- 18650 Cell x5
- 18650 Holder x5
- LM2596 Buck Converter x5
- 100nF Caps x20
- 4.7kΩ Resistors x10
- PCB Prototype Board x5
- Waterproof Enclosures x4
- Soldering Iron
- Solder Wire
Choose your assembly option:
- Soldering Kit — 25W soldering iron, 60/40 solder wire, flux, and small perfboard for permanent assembly.
- Breadboard Combo — 800-point full-size breadboard with 65-piece jumper wire pack for solderless prototyping.
Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items