CongducPham/LowCostLoRaGw
FreeLow-cost LoRa IoT & gateway with SX12XX (SX1261/62/68; SX1272/76/77/78/79; SX1280/81), RaspberryPI and Arduino boards
FreeFree tier
About CongducPham/LowCostLoRaGw
Low-cost LoRa IoT framework developed in the EU H2020 WAZIUP/WAZIHUB projects. Supports SX12XX LoRa chips (SX1261/62/68, SX1272/76/77/78/79, SX1280/81) on Raspberry Pi and Arduino boards. Features low-cost gateway design, integrated AI framework (beta), and support for 32-bit and 64-bit OS on RPI4. Originally maintained by CongducPham, now shifted to WaziGate distribution by WAZIUP e.V. Used in projects like INTEL-IRRIS for smart irrigation and PEPR AgriFutur.
Key Features
Supports multiple SX12XX LoRa chips (SX1261/62/68, SX1272/76/77/78/79, SX1280/81)
Compatible with Raspberry Pi and Arduino boards
Open-source hardware and software
Low-cost design
Integration with embedded AI frameworks (beta)
Support for 32-bit and 64-bit OS on RPI4
Developed in EU H2020 WAZIUP/WAZIHUB projects
Shifted to WaziGate distribution for advanced features
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Cost-effective solution for LoRa IoT
- Open-source and fully customizable
- Wide support for LoRa chips and boards
- Active community and academic backing
- Includes AI integration for edge computing
Cons
- Repository no longer actively maintained; development shifted to WaziGate
- Requires technical knowledge of LoRa, Raspberry Pi, and Arduino
- Documentation may be outdated
- Beta AI framework may have limited stability
Best For
IoT prototyping and experimentationSmart agriculture and irrigation systemsLong-range environmental monitoringLow-power wireless sensor networksCattle tracking
FAQ
What LoRa chips are supported?
SX1261/62/68, SX1272/76/77/78/79, and SX1280/81.
Is this project still maintained?
The original repository is not actively maintained; development has shifted to the WaziGate distribution by WAZIUP e.V.
What boards can I use?
Raspberry Pi (including RPI4 with 32-bit or 64-bit OS) and Arduino ProMini or similar boards.
Is there AI integration?
Yes, a beta version of the gateway includes embedded AI frameworks for smart applications like irrigation.