Meshtastic Solar Node Build
We can build one of these nodes for you for $100. If you are like us and love building things, then read on!
In the parts list below we’ve placed both options for the battery. You can go either with a LiPo pack, or use 18650 batteries. We recycle and collect 18650 batteries out of all sorts of things and reuse them for all sorts of projects like these. So I’ll provide both options. If you need batteries, we always have them.
The line items sometimes come in packs. The cost is divided by what you actually need. So your end price will be more initially, but if you are building more than one than it all comes out in the wash, so to speak.
We generally have the smaller ancillary components in stock, like the 18650 batteries, battery holders, and connectors. So if you don’t want to buy a pack, feel free to ask.
Part List:
| Part No | Description | Qty | Price | Link |
| RAK4631-9-SM-MESH-STARTER | WISBLOCK MESHTASTIC STARTER KIT | 1 | $22.87 $34.97 | digikey rokland |
| 5.8 dBi N-Male Omni Outdoor 915 MHz Antenna kit | 1 | $34.99 | amazon | |
| U.F.L1 to N Type Female bulkhead connector x 2 | 1 | $4.50 | amazon | |
| Outdoor Electrical Box Waterproof IP67 6X6 | 1 | $18.88 | amazon | |
| 5V 6W Solar panel | 1 | $11.99 | amazon | |
| RAK19007: JST ZH 1.5mm Solar Connector x 10 sets | 1 | $0.80 | amazon | |
| RAK19007: JST PH 2.0mm Battery Connector x 100 sets | 1 | $0.17 | amazon | |
| 5/8 x 1 x 1/8 rubber washer / gaskets | 1 | $1.00 | amazon | |
| M2.5 x 6mm screws | 2 | $0.80 | amazon | |
| M2.5 x 6mm standoffs | 2 | $0.20 | amazon | |
| USB C Extension Cable 0.3FT 2Pack | 1 | $5.52 | amazon | |
| 18650 battery holders x 5 | 1 | $2.00 | amazon | |
| OR | 3.7v 10000mAh Li Battery with PH2.0 Plug | 1 | 22.49 | amazon |
Amazon list containing these and other components: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/PJDHSKGLGYSM?ref_=wl_share