SparkFun LoRa Thing Plus - expLoRaBLE
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SparkFun LoRa Thing Plus - expLoRaBLE

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SparkFun LoRa Thing Plus - expLoRaBLEThe SparkFun expLoRaBLE Thing Plus is a Feather footprint development board with the NM180100 system in package (SiP), from Northern Mechatronics. Thanks to the NM180100, as well as the Ambiq Apollo3 microcontroller and the Semtech SX1262 LoRa transceiver, this Thing Plus is a highly integrated LoRa module supporting both 868MHz and 915MHz bands and Bluetooth Low Energy. On top of all else, the expLoRaBLE Thing Plus utilizes our handy Qwiic Connect

The SparkFun expLoRaBLE Thing Plus is a Feather-footprint development board with the NM180100 system in package (SiP), from Northern Mechatronics. Thanks to the NM180100, as well as the Ambiq Apollo3 microcontroller and the Semtech SX1262 LoRa transceiver, this Thing Plus is a highly integrated LoRa® module supporting both 868MHz and 915MHz bands and Bluetooth® Low Energy. On top of all else, the expLoRaBLE Thing Plus utilizes our handy Qwiic Connect System which means no soldering or shields are required to connect it to the rest of your system!

The NM180100 SiP includes a Semtech SX1262 LoRa module paired with the Apollo3 MCU, which is used in the SparkFun Artemis Module. This provides the board with compatibility in the Arduino IDE, through our Apollo3 Arduino core. With both the BLE and LoRa capabilities of the expLoRaBLE you will be able to operate as a Bluetooth enabled LoRa node.

You won't have to worry about how to hook up an appropriate antenna, either. The SparkFun expLoRaBLE Thing Plus has been equipped with a simple U.FL connector. With the U.FL you will have your choice of BLE and RF antennas to chose from but, personally, we recommend our Wide Band 4G LTE Internal FPC Antenna.

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Features

  • Operating Voltage: 3.3V (regulated from 5V USB-C supply)
  • Battery charging circuit (500ma charge rate)
  • u.FL Antenna Connector - BLE & RF
  • 24 GPIO
  • Qwiic Connector for I 2 C
  • Compatible with "The Things Network" LoRaWAN
  • NM180100 SiP KEY SPECIFICATIONS
    • LoRa®:
      • 863-870 MHz (Europe)
      • 902-928 MHZ (US)
      • Maximum Transmit Power +22 dBm
      • Receiver Sensitivity -147.6 dBm
    • Bluetooth® 5 Low Energy:
      • 2.402-2.480 GHz
      • Maximum Transmit Power +2 dBm
      • Receiver Sensitivity -95 dBm
    • Architecture:
      • Ambiq Apollo3 ARM® Cortex® M4 with FPU up to 96MHz
      • Arduino IDE through SparkFun Apollo3 Arduino Core
      • Flash: 1MB on-chip with external flash support
      • RAM: 384 kB
    • Security:
      • ISO 7816 secure interface
      • Secure Key Storage
      • Secure Boot
      • Secure OTA
      • External Flash Inline Encryption/Decryption

Documents

MicroMod Input and Display Carrier Documentation:

MicroMod Documentation:

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Wow that light color ring is annoying
There is no way to turn this color light off. I don't even know why it has to have a light at all. I suppose it is to tell you it has power. But the light could have been something that momentarily turns on and then off as you place the phone on. I'm a DIY'er and I'm going to find a way to take this apart and disable the light. I'll report back if I'm successful. The good news is that this mount is identical to another one I have except for the magnet charging section. I'm talking it is identical down to the knobs and metal arm so it's generic in that sense. They only changed out the magnetic section. This type of mount holds well to the screen. The charging speed seemed adequate. Not terribly fast but not slow. Wirelessly charging is always slower than plugged in. The supplied USB cable is braided and feels like quality. See attached picture. This mount is not something you'll necessarily want to use every time you drive. Therefore the color ring is annoying.
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HIGH SPEED TESLA MAGSAFE POWER i picked this up for my Model 3 to see if the 25W Qi2.2 charging actually lives up to the hype during my daily work week. ✨ The CNC aluminum build is top notch and feels much more robust than the flimsy plastic mounts i have tested. It's a piece of cake to clamp onto the corner of the Tesla screen and the metal arm matches the interior aesthetics perfectly. The magnetic hold is strong enough to keep my phone secure even when i am taking sharp turns thru my weekend adventures. ✨ Performance is where this thing shines because it actually delivers the 25W speeds without overheating. The built in cooling fan is a smart design choice that keeps the temperature down during long drives. i can hear the fan if the music is off but it's barely noticeable and definitely worth it for the consistent charging speed. ✨ The RGB lighting adds a subtle glow that makes it easy to find the mount in the dark without being distracting. Having the extendable arm is a big benefit for finding the perfect line of sight without blocking the main touchscreen. It's clearly a well thought out solution for any Tesla owner who wants a professional grade charging setup. THE VERDICT This is a exceptional piece of hardware that delivers real world results for high speed charging. The combination of active cooling and a sturdy metal build makes it a first class addition to my car. 'As a 35 year veteran of the computer technology industry, I offer informed and experienced perspectives in my product reviews.' I will update this review if anything changes within 1 year. ★★★★★ (5 Stars): A 5 star rating indicates the product meets my expectations for its purpose.
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Brett C Stutz
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★★★★★ 5
Works great. Perfect position
Grip and charging are great. I like the position because it doesn't block my view or the vents
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Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2026
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Cindy
Grantham, US
★★★★★ 5
Great design. Love it.
I have been using this charger for several months now. I think the design is fantastic. I've seen other reviews which question the reliability of it. My experience has been the opposite. I have a folding phone so it's not light. The connection to the dash has remained intact without fail. I am careful when removing the phone. I don't just yank it off. It charges as it should. The magnetic force is what I expected. Holds my phone with no issues or concerns it could fail and drop the phone. It's super convenient to have this integrated design. My dash is already occupied with a portable android auto unit. My 4Runner is older and did not have that feature. Again, this is plastic. Handle it with some care and I don't see anyone having issues with breaking. It has worked out great for me. Recommend.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2025
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BeRock
Houston, US
★★★★★ 3
Great mount / Terrible charge rate
Love the mount. Easy to install and with a small piece of double sided tape under the top edge, it’s very secure… The magnetic mount is strong enough to hold an iPhone max (at least mine). The charging ability is where it falls short *BAD! It will charge but, barely.. If you’re using maps, making calls, etc.. the phone continues to drain at an alarming rate…
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