Semtech has expanded its LoRa Plus family with the LR2022 and LR2012 transceivers, with both devices now available in production.
The LR2022 is a multi-band transceiver for global terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks, while the LR2012 is a sub-GHz transceiver for traditional low-power wireless and LPWAN applications. Both use the same fourth-generation LoRa IP core as Semtech's LR2021.
The new devices are backward compatible with LoRaWAN, LR-FHSS and legacy OOK devices. Data rates extend to 125 kbps for LoRa and 2 Mbps for FSK applications.
LoRa, FSK and LR-FHSS Support
The higher FSK data rate supports burst transmissions and larger file transfers, including images, audio and firmware-update-over-the-air (FUOTA) updates. Semtech also lists applications requiring low latency with proprietary wireless protocols.
LR-FHSS support adds another option for large-scale IoT deployments and satellite connectivity. Zenner has selected the LR2012 for its Stealth Reader Meter Interface Unit for AMR and AMI, citing its LoRaWAN performance, legacy OOK compatibility and LR-FHSS support.
The LR2022 is intended for applications that need multi-band operation across terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks using a single hardware design. The LR2012 focuses on sub-GHz sensor nodes and other LPWAN applications.
Three LoRa Plus Transceivers Now in Production
With the introduction of the LR2022 and LR2012, Semtech now has three production-ready LoRa Plus transceivers. The existing LR2021 is a multi-band, multi-protocol device with FLRC data rates up to 2.6 Mbps. The LR2022 covers multi-band terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks, while the LR2012 provides the sub-GHz option for low-power wireless and LPWAN.
All three devices use Semtech's fourth-generation LoRa IP and Unified Software Platform.
The LR2022 and LR2012 are in production and available now.
Learn more and read the original announcement at semtech.com.
Technology Overview
LoRa is a low-power wireless modulation technology designed for long-range communication at relatively low data rates. Semtech's LR2022 and LR2012 use its fourth-generation LoRa IP and support LoRaWAN, LR-FHSS and legacy OOK devices.
The LR2022 targets multi-band terrestrial and satellite-connected IoT systems, while the LR2012 focuses on sub-GHz low-power wireless and LPWAN deployments.
FAQ
What are the Semtech LR2022 and LR2012?
The LR2022 and LR2012 are LoRa Plus wireless transceivers based on Semtech's fourth-generation LoRa IP. Both devices are now in production.
What is the difference between the LR2022 and LR2012?
The LR2022 is a multi-band transceiver designed for terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks, including satellite connectivity. The LR2012 is designed for sub-GHz low-power wireless and LPWAN applications.
What data rates do the LR2022 and LR2012 support?
Both devices support LoRa data rates up to 125 kbps and FSK data rates up to 2 Mbps. They also support LoRaWAN, LR-FHSS and legacy OOK devices.
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