Ebyte E80 series is an industrial wireless communication product line including SMD RF modules and MBL evaluation boards. Built on highly integrated Semtech LR1121/LR2021 chips, it supports dual-band LoRa (Sub-GHz 410–493/850–930 MHz + 2.4 GHz) with max 22 dBm transmit power. It delivers flexible long-range multi-band solutions for global cross-border IoT, asset tracking and smart industrial sites.
| Product SKU | Core RF Chip | Working Frequency | Maximum Power | Product Form Factor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E80-400M2213S | Semtech LR1121 | 410 to 493 MHz and 2.4 GHz | 21.5 dBm (Sub-GHz) / 13 dBm (2.4G) | SMD Module (26 * 16 mm) |
| E80-400M2212S(LR2021) | Semtech LR2021 | 410 to 493 MHz | 22 dBm | SMD Module (26 * 16 mm) |
| E80-900M2212S(LR2021) | Semtech LR2021 | 850 to 930 MHz | 22 dBm | SMD Module (26 * 16 mm) |
| E80-900M2213S | Semtech LR1121 | 850 to 930 MHz and 2.4 GHz | 22 dBm (Sub-GHz) / 13 dBm (2.4G) | SMD Module (26 * 16 mm) |
| E80-400MBL-01 | Compatible with E80 400M series | 400 MHz Band / Dual-Band Base | Depends on Mounted Module | Evaluation Kit (Type 01 Interface) |
| E80-400MBL-02 | Compatible with E80 400M series | 400 MHz Band / Dual-Band Base | Depends on Mounted Module | Evaluation Kit (Type 02 Interface) |
| E80-900MBL-01 | Compatible with E80 900M series | 900 MHz Band / Dual-Band Base | Depends on Mounted Module | Evaluation Kit (Type 01 Interface) |
| E80-900MBL-02 | Compatible with E80 900M series | 900 MHz Band / Dual-Band Base | Depends on Mounted Module | Evaluation Kit (Type 02 Interface) |
Practical Application Scenarios
1. Cross-Border Industrial Equipment OEM Manufacturing
For industrial equipment manufacturers exporting to multiple global regions, selecting different hardware versions presents a significant overhead challenge. By adopting the E80 multi-SKU platform, engineers can utilize the E80-400M2213S for regional markets requiring 433MHz configurations, while seamlessly dropping the pin-compatible E80-900M2213S into layouts targeted at North American or European markets utilizing 868MHz or 915MHz bands. The integrated 2.4 GHz LoRa channel remains consistent across all territories, providing a unified global channel for diagnostic access and field configurations.
2. Rapid R&D Prototyping and RF Performance Validation
Embedded system engineers and hardware makers can avoid tedious manual soldering during initial development phases by implementing the E80-400MBL-02 or E80-900MBL-02 evaluation motherboards. These test kits break out the essential SPI, power, and GPIO control pins from the SMD transceivers into accessible headers. This allows procurement specialists and test teams to quickly interface the Semtech LR1121 or LR2021 silicon platforms directly with industrial host microcontrollers (MCUs) to run performance benchmarks, register configuration tests, and verification cycles before finalizing the PCB layout.
3. Smart Grid and Utility Infrastructure Asset Telemetry
In high-density modern electrical substations and municipal metering projects, maintaining long-range data links through heavy physical obstacles is paramount. Deploying the high-power 22 dBm E80-900M2212S (powered by the LR2021 core) enables robust LPWAN telemetry links over long distances, bypassing significant metallic and concrete structures. This allows distribution automation devices to maintain steady data backhaul links to central collection points without encountering link degradation or protocol dropped frames.
FAQ Section
1. What is the functional difference between the M2213S and M2212S modules within the E80 series?
The core distinction lies in the underlying Semtech silicon platform and band capabilities. The M2213S models incorporate the Semtech LR1121 chip, enabling concurrent dual-band versatility by combining Sub-GHz frequencies with the 2.4 GHz LoRa band on a single board. The M2212S models utilize the specialized Semtech LR2021 chip, optimizing operation directly within designated single Sub-GHz frequency ranges (either 400MHz or 900MHz bands) to deliver stable 22 dBm transmission links.
2. What roles do the E80-400MBL and E80-900MBL motherboard units perform during production cycles?
The MBL designation indicates Ebyte's official Evaluation and Test Board series. The -01 and -02 variations present different peripheral layouts, antenna connector options, or pinout mappings tailored for easy integration. These motherboards serve as plug-and-play development platforms, allowing engineers to benchmark transmission distances, verify current consumption metrics, and execute firmware programming prior to deploying the SMD hardware module into final production designs.
3. Are the E80-400M and E80-900M series modules hardware pin-compatible for layout upgrades?
Yes, the E80 SMD series transceivers share a standardized 26*16mm physical footprint and uniform pin definitions. This design philosophy enables hardware developers to create a single master printed circuit board layout that can easily host either the 400MHz modules or the 900MHz modules, allowing for seamless regional adaptations without needing to modify the main host board design.
