Low Cost Solar Nodes

Testing Low Cost DIY Solar Nodes

Objective: Get Meshtastic & MeshCore nodes into my surrounding neighborhoods, where people can create a decentralized off-grid, encrypted text messaging infrastructure.

Strategy: Provide how-to build information links and real time testing data where available. Kick-start local mesh neighborhoods with community-sponsored promo solar nodes.

INFO LINKS: The People’s Repeater |

TESTING: Low Cost Solar Lights Repurposed (for DIY* projects)

Warning: Lithium battery projects carry fire risks. Read our full disclaimer* before building.

Utility Solar Node | Tree Incognito | Tree Beacon | Mag60 Solar Node | Karen Greenery |

NODE 1 : Test Node 5676 PM Utility Night Node
Solar node XIAO nRF52840, battery 3.2V LiFePO4 (the safe* lithium), Solar panel, Charge controller, Telemetry add-ons (TBD), 10″ pvc tube (auxiliary battery holder), with 30lb round magnet.

If found, contact: PILOT PROJECT ADMIN (include icode if applicable)

Solar/3.2v battery (partial shade) – PASS  |  30lb Magnet Vertical Hold – PASS
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NODE 2 : Test Node 0441 Tree Incognito (where theft is a real concern)
Solar node XIAO nRF52840, battery 3.2V LiFePO4 (the safe* lithium), Solar panel, Charge controller, Telemetry add-ons (TBD), plastic wire ties & last year’s plastic door decoration.

If found, contact: PILOT PROJECT ADMIN (include icode if applicable)

Solar/3.2v battery (partial shade) – PASS  |  30lb Magnet Vertical Hold – PASS
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NODE 3 : Test Node 1d21 Tree Beacon
Solar node XIAO nRF52840, battery 3.2V LiFePO4 (the safe* lithium), Solar panel, Charge controller, Telemetry add-ons (TBD), plastic wire ties through center post.

If found, contact: PILOT PROJECT ADMIN (include icode if applicable)

Solar/3.2v battery (partial shade) – PASS  |  30lb Magnet Vertical Hold – PASS
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NODE 4 : Test Node 0897 Mag 60 
Solar node XIAO nRF52840, battery 3.2V LiFePO4 (the safe* lithium), Solar panel, Charge controller, Telemetry add-ons (TBD), 10″ pvc tube (auxiliary battery holder), with 60lb round magnet.

If found, contact: PILOT PROJECT ADMIN (include icode if applicable)

Solar/3.2v battery (full shade) – PASS  |  60lb Magnet Vertical Hold – PASS
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NODE 5 : Test Node xxxx Mag 90 
Solar node XIAO nRF52840, battery 3.2V LiFePO4 (the safe* lithium), Solar panel, Charge controller, Telemetry add-ons (TBD), with 90lb round magnet.

If found, contact: PILOT PROJECT ADMIN (include icode if applicable)

[IMAGE pending]

Solar/3.2v battery (partial shade) – PASS  |  90lb Magnet Vertical Hold – PASS
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NODE 6 : Test Node xxxx 
Solar node XIAO nRF52840, battery 3.2V LiFePO4 (the safe* lithium), Solar panel, Charge controller, Telemetry add-ons (TBD) 

If found, contact: PILOT PROJECT ADMIN (include icode if applicable)

[IMAGE pending]

Solar/3.2v battery (partial shade) – PASS  |  30lb Magnet Vertical Hold – PASS
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*DIY Do It Yourself Projects “Use at Your Own Risk” (see DIY Disclaimer)
Warning: Lithium battery projects carry fire risks. Read our full disclaimer before building.
All information, instructions, and projects shared on this site are for educational and informational purposes only. Use of this site constitutes agreement and understanding of Terms & Conditions.

AI OVERVIEW:

• Use Cases: Ideal for communities, hiking, biking, disaster preparedness, or secure, private communication, utilizing 915 MHz frequencies.

SPONSORS:
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ACTIVE NODES:
– MeshMap.me/node/(add listing)
– MeshMap.me/node/(add listing)