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WisMesh 1W RPi Gateway

RAK WisMesh High Power 1W Gateway (Raspberry Pi) (Coming Soon)

4.0
📡 Repeater

Overview

The RAK WisMesh High Power 1W Gateway pairs a Raspberry Pi with the RAK13302 1W LoRa module to deliver a powerful, flexible community mesh gateway. With 30 dBm transmit power and the full Linux capabilities of a Raspberry Pi, this is designed for operators who need more than a basic repeater — think emergency communications infrastructure, community networks, or sites requiring remote management.

⚠️ Availability: This product is listed as Coming Soon on the RAK store as of early 2026. Check store.rakwireless.com for availability updates.

Key Features

  • 1W (30 dBm) LoRa: Extended range via RAK13302 module
  • Raspberry Pi base: Full Linux environment — web UI, logging, scripting
  • RAK13302 integration: PA + filter for cleaner signal and better reception
  • Community-ready: Built for large-scale or emergency network deployments

✓ Pros

  • 1W (30 dBm) LoRa output via RAK13302 module — extended coverage
  • Raspberry Pi base — powerful CPU for routing, logging, and web UI
  • Ideal for community backbone nodes and semi-professional deployments
  • Strong coverage and better reception with integrated 1W PA + filter
  • A natural upgrade for existing Raspberry Pi users

✗ Cons

  • Coming Soon — not yet available for purchase
  • Raspberry Pi requires separate power supply and enclosure
  • Higher power consumption than standalone nRF52-based nodes
  • More complex setup than all-in-one devices
  • 1W output demands regulatory compliance check per region

Use Cases

  • Community mesh backbone: High-power node at a key hilltop or tower site
  • Emergency communications: Reliable 1W gateway for disaster response
  • Semi-professional deployment: Where a single-purpose node isn’t enough
  • Remote monitoring: Raspberry Pi enables SSH, web dashboards, and automation

Raspberry Pi Considerations

This gateway runs on Raspberry Pi, offering flexibility not found in embedded nodes:

  • Configure via SSH or web interface
  • Run additional services alongside the mesh radio
  • Log traffic and node activity to local storage
  • Integrate with home automation or monitoring systems

If you’re already running a Raspberry Pi setup for home lab or automation, this gateway lets you add a 1W mesh radio without separate hardware.

  • RAK10724 WisMesh 1W Booster — a simpler 1W starter kit available now ($39), no RPi required
  • RAK13302 1W Module — the LoRa module this gateway uses (also coming soon as standalone)
  • RAK WisMesh Repeater (RAK10721) — pre-built solar repeater (available now, 22 dBm)

⚙️ Specifications

LoRa Chip
SX1262
Antenna
External SMA connector
Price Range
Coming Soon

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