Developing world-class LoRaWAN solutions? Get preferential pricing & free prototypes on RAK3172 - NextPCB Accelerator #5

At NextPCB, we believe in accelerating innovation and empowering developers to bring their designs to life. That's why we launched the NextPCB Accelerator campaign, a groundbreaking sponsorship campaign designed to support the next generation of IoT pioneers.

Now we are proud to announce we are sponsoring designs based on the RAK3172 LPWAN module from RAKwireless, a proven leader in the industrial IoT space.

Why RAK3172 WisDuo LPWAN Module from RAKwireless?

RAK3172 is an easy-to-use low-power long-range transceiver module for LoRa and LoRaWAN applications based on STM32WLE5CC chip. Compliant with Class A, B, & C of LoRaWAN 1.0.3 specifications, RAK3172 supports LoRaWAN server platforms including TheThingsNetwork (TTN), Chirpstack, Helium, etc. It also supports LoRa Point-to-Point (P2P) communication mode for quickly implementing custom long-range LoRa networks. 

In addition to supporting RUI3 APIs and AT commands, the module can also be configured with WisToolBox, a suite of tools by RAKwireless for easy code-free configuration of RAK end devices.

Combining ultra-low power consumption with long-range communication, RAK3172 is the ideal choice for industrial IoT applications such as smart agriculture, smart cities and environmental monitoring.

In this NextPCB Accelerator campaign, NextPCB is welcoming designs using the following two RAK3172 variants with free PCBA prototypes and subsidized pricing: 

	RAK3172-TE-8-SM-I	RAK3172-TE-9-SM-I
Frequency Range	8XX MHz	9XX MHz
Regions	Europe EU868 India IN865 Russia RU864	North America US915 Australia AU915 Korea KR920 Asia-1/2/3/4
Frequency Accuracy	±0.5 ppm TCXO	±0.5 ppm TCXO
Temperature Range	-40° C ~ 85° C	-40° C ~ 85° C
IPEX Antenna Connector	Yes	Yes

What's Included in the Program?

• Free Prototyping Support: Get 2 free PCBA units, including PCB fabrication, components, assembly, and worldwide shipping (valued up to USD $500). 
• Competitive Bulk Pricing: Benefit from pre-arranged, subsidized pricing from NextPCB that's significantly lower than market rates when you have your boards manufactured and assembled with NextPCB.
• Comprehensive Technical Support: Get expert assistance with manufacturing engineering, design guidance, certification, and production.
• Personalized Assistance: Receive dedicated one-on-one support throughout your manufacturing journey.

Who Can Participate?

While we prioritize business projects, we welcome hobbyist designs that contribute to the open-source community and showcase interesting applications using RAK3172. All submissions must be original - publicly available designs are not eligible for sponsorship.

Campaign participants can only take advantage of one NextPCB Accelerator sponsorship per month.

Why NextPCB?

Manufacture your RAK3172 design with NextPCB to take advantage of these benefits:

Professional Assembly: Our precision pick-and-place machines, advanced inspection equipment, and rigorous quality control ensure reliable, high-quality results.

Prototype and Scale-up Assistance: From initial prototype to volume production, we provide seamless technical support—eliminating the need to coordinate multiple suppliers.

Batch Programming and Testing: Access comprehensive IC programming, firmware burning, and functional testing services. NextPCB offers free functional testing for up to 10 units—perfect for this free PCBA campaign.

How to Get Started

1. Contact our support team (support@nextpcb.com) to register your project and specify its purpose. We can sign an NDA to protect your intellectual property.

2. Submit your PCBA inquiry through our quotation system and follow instructions to claim your 2 free PCBA units.

At NextPCB, we're committed to helping you scale your projects with confidence. Start your RAK3172 development journey today with our Accelerator program and comprehensive production support.

NextPCB Accelerator - Supporting You from Prototype to Mass Production

The NextPCB Accelerator campaign is an innovative initiative that empowers creators to bring their ideas to life. Whether you're an entrepreneur or enthusiast, we support your journey from concept to mass production.

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Stay tuned for more sponsorships from NextPCB.