[Release] uMesh Module — Built-in LoRa Meshtastic Expansion for ClockWork uConsole

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Hello everyone, I’ve designed a new built-in LoRa Meshtastic module for the ClockWork uConsole, called uMesh. It brings powerful mesh networking capabilities directly into the uConsole, making it ideal for outdoor use, emergency communication, and experimentation.

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Two hardware versions:

  • SX1262: supports from 850 MHz to 930 MHz [ RU864 / IN865 / EU868 / US915 / AU915 / KR920 / AS923 ]

  • SX1268: supports from 410 MHz to 493 MHz [ EU433 / RU433 / CN470 ]

High-power options:

  • Available in 33 dBm or 30 dBm configurations

Seamless integration: Designed to fit inside the uConsole without external modifications

Use Cases

  • Outdoor exploration and team communication

  • Rapid deployment of emergency mesh networks

  • LoRa/Meshtastic development and experimentation

Firmware support has already been submitted as a pull request to the Meshtastic project.

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The expected price is about USD 29.9.
I designed this mainly because most of the extra features on the SDR AIO expansion card aren’t really needed (for instance, if you already have a HackRF), and this card gives you much stronger transmit power.

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Firmware support has already been merged into the Meshtastic project.

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Good idea, but 33 dBm? Broadcast power that high is likely illegal in most parts of the world without a license. In the US, having a license also means the transmission would have to be non-encrypted. Especially since nobody’s taking their uConsoles up trees, I think most folks are better off with a well-positioned client or repeater with clear line sights…

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Firmware support has already been merged into the Meshtastic project.

You’re absolutely right. That’s why I’ve made it clear in the manual that this parameter is subject to local regulations and must be used in full compliance with the law. I don’t intend to produce large volumes of 33 dBm units; the main production run will be 30 dBm models, which are more than sufficient to meet the needs of the vast majority of users.

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Where can I get one ?

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I’ve just completed the functional verification of the uMesh module and am now coordinating mass production and overseas shipping. I’ll @ you once it becomes available for purchase. @RYN

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