HopeRF HRF96 (RFM95W-868 MHz LoRa Module)

Description

HRF96 (RFM95W 868 MHz) LoRa Module – Long-Range Wireless Communication for IoT | 865–867 MHz Compliant for India

The HRF96, popularly known as the RFM95W 868 MHz LoRa Module, is a compact, high-performance transceiver designed for low-power, long-range wireless communication. Built around the Semtech SX1276 chipset, this module supports LoRa™, FSK, GFSK, and OOK modulation, making it a powerful choice for robust IoT networks and embedded systems.

This module is highly flexible and can be integrated into a variety of wireless applications including smart agriculture, remote monitoring, and home automation systems. With communication ranges reaching several kilometers in open environments.

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✅ Compliant for Indian ISM Band (865–867 MHz)

This module supports frequency tuning and can be configured to operate within the 865–867 MHz license-free band, which is WPC/DoT-approved for unlicensed use in India. This ensures it works seamlessly in India-compliant LoRaWAN deployments and private RF networks.

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🔧 Key Features:

• Frequency Range: Tunable within 860–1020 MHz (configure to 865–867 MHz for India)

• Output Power: Up to +20 dBm

• Receive Sensitivity: Down to -148 dBm

• Communication Range: Up to 15 km (line-of-sight)

• Modulation: LoRa, FSK, GFSK, OOK

• Power Supply: 1.8V – 3.7V (typically 3.3V)

• Interface: SPI (compatible with most MCUs)

• Compact Design: 16 mm x 16 mm footprint with castellated pins

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🌍 Applications:

• LoRaWAN Nodes & Gateways

• Vihaan IoT Gateway Modules

• Smart Cities and Agriculture

• Wireless Metering

• Industrial IoT (IIoT)

• Environmental Monitoring

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🔐 Regulatory Note for India:

To ensure compliance with Indian regulations:

• Set the operating frequency to 865–867 MHz.

• Maintain transmit power under 30 dBm ERP.

• Use LoRa modulation with ≤250 kHz bandwidth.

For more information, refer to our guide: LoRa Compliance in India: What You Need to Know.

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🚀 Why Choose This Module?

Whether you’re building a custom LoRa node for smart farming or integrating remote monitoring into your industrial setup, the HRF96/RFM95W module delivers exceptional reliability, configurable performance, and compliance-ready features — all in a small, power-efficient form factor.