Connect Thing:53 with LoRa Module

[Ahmed Abbas]

I am working on an application with significant constraints on power consumption and distance immunity. After some research, I found the Thingy:53 module, which is well-suited for my application due to its capability to handle complex AI models with low power consumption. However, it lacks built-in LoRa connectivity, which is crucial for my project.

Could you please provide guidance on how to connect the Thingy:53 with a LoRa module? Specifically, I am looking for information on the feasibility of this integration and where I can find the necessary drivers for the LoRa module to work with the Thingy:53.

[runsiv]

Hi

Integrating a LoRa device with our devices should not be a problem. There is support in Zephyr for LoRa and you can have a look at the LoRa WAN sample. However the thingy53 is limited in terms of GPIO so it might not be a suitable. 

I would rather suggest starting out with a 5340dk and get a LoRa shield. Create your application and then create a  fitting PCB. If you like the form factor of our Thingy's you can find the PCB files here. When you have created your new layout you can create a new case here and ask for a schematic/pcb review. We can also do antenna tuning for BLE (all free of charge) 

Reference designs for the 5340 can be found here. 

If you have not used our devices before I would recommend having a look at our courses at DevAcademy 

Regards

Runar