Description:
Are you seeking reliable communication solutions in off-grid scenarios or areas with limited cellular coverage? Look no further! Yeti Wurks presents our new Meshtastic Base Station, crafted from a Rak Wireless Meshtastic kit and meticulously designed in-house. Our base station serves as a robust repeater, ideal for extended outdoor deployment. With the optional solar panel, it can operate indefinitely, making it a perfect companion for remote locations. Position the base station strategically for optimal line-of-sight communication, allowing its meshing capabilities to enhance coverage effortlessly.
Concerned about software setup complexity? Fear not! At Yeti Wurks, we pre-configure all devices for seamless functionality upon power-up. Simply pair it with your smartphone or tablet, and you’re good to go! Customization options are available to tailor settings to your specific needs after you receive the device. Each device comes pre-set with the general unencrypted channel for universal communication with default settings, alongside a private encrypted channel exclusive to Yeti Wurks products (modifiable at any time).
Moreover, for tactical enthusiasts, Meshtastic seamlessly integrates with ATAK software via the Meshtastic plugin, enhancing your communication arsenal with unparalleled versatility.
*Batteries NOT included
*Base Station is set up for US915, but can also be used on EU868 by updating the region setting
Optional Accessories:
- Base Station Mounting Kit (Coming Soon)
- Integrated Base Station/Solar Charger Pole Mount: Link
- Solar Charger: Link
Features:
- Meshtastic Software
- Pre-configured by Yeti Wurks for immediate use
- RAK Wireless Meshtastic Base Kit – US 915 MHz
- IP-65 rated enclosure and connections
- 915 MHz Type N outdoor-rated 3 dBi dipole Antenna
- Apex Innovation Antenna 18.5mm in length
- 4 x 18650 parallel battery holder (batteries not included)
- Device can run off of 1,2,3 or 4 batteries if desired
- Max battery length supported is 69mm (it will be VERY tight at 69mm)
- External connection for solar chargers
- Accepts input voltage between 5V-24V DC (regulated down to 5V internally for RAK charging system compatibility)
- 5.5 x 2.1mm (DC-099) Power Jack
- Direct compatibility with Yeti Wurks solar chargers
- Third-party solar chargers such as Goal Zero require a plug size adapter
- Recommended minimum 4W solar panel
- IP-65 rated USB-C passthrough for device setup or charging
- External Illuminated Power Button (a dull blue ring indicates device power status)
- Light wires can be disconnected if desired
- Can unplug from the board
- When using device charging, ensure the switch is in the “on” position to enable charging; otherwise, the battery remains disconnected
- Dimensions: Approximately 100mm x 150mm x 70mm (4″ x 6″ x 2.75″) excluding antenna length
- Now includes a hydrophobic vent that maintains IP rating and allows the box to “breath”
Notes:
- Do NOT power on or plug in USB or Solar Power without first connecting the antenna
- Use PROTECTED 18650 batteries that are matched (at the same charge level)
- There is no BMS built into the RAK kit, only a charging circuit, so it will drain non-protected cells to zero if left to run.
- Draining batteries to zero will damage or shorten the life of the battery
- Protected batteries will prevent themselves from being drained to zero
- If your batteries will never fully discharge (solar charger, etc) OR you don’t care about batteries dying if they do, then non-protected batteries will work fine
- There is no BMS built into the RAK kit, only a charging circuit, so it will drain non-protected cells to zero if left to run.
- Internal Baseplate is made out of PETG and the color will vary
- Although the device comes pre-configured, you can still change or update any settings after you receive the device
- All Yeti Wurks Base Stations will have the same secondary encrypted channel, if you want a more private channel please add another
- If you change the default Primary Channel or rename it you will lose meshing capability with ALL other devices not setup with the exact same primary as you
- The 4 rear mounting holes will work with M5x10mm self taping screws (screw length may vary depending on what you are mounting)
- These are the screws we have used https://www.mcmaster.com/99461A965/
Battery Recommendations: (Yeti Wurks is not affiliated with the companies listed below)
Un-Protected: Molicel/NPE P28A INR-18650-P28A
– Cold rated down to -40c (datasheet)
Protected: LiionWholesale Protected 2600mAh
-These batteries fit, but will be VERY tight.
Cold Weather/Protected: LiionWholesale Cold Weather Protected 3500mAh
-These batteries fit, but will be VERY tight. Cold rated down to -40c
Additional Information:
Meshtastic Community Website: Link
Getting Started Guide: Link
ATAK Plugin and Setup: Link
REUBEN BOOKER (verified owner) –
Excellent product and excellent customer service with the little boo-boo we had. Highly recommend buying a Yeti Wurks Meshtastic Basestation. Looking forward to buying another!
Chris Gibson (verified owner) –
Awesome little unit. Very easy to setup and get running on the mesh. Thank you for making this!
gyropilot (verified owner) –
This is a SUPER NICE, high quality setup in every respect! All of the hard work in researching, designing, sourcing parts, making parts and assembling the perfect outdoor Meshtastic base station node has been done for you. Except for possibly needing to buy your own 18650 LiPo batteries, this is truly plug-and-enjoy. It works perfectly in all of my testing so far. I bought the optional solar panel and pole mount and they’re first class quality also. Excellent packaging and shipping. I’ll be installing this station on a 100 foot high hill behind our community as a remote relay.