Welcome to the future of open source Argos / Kinéis development
Arribada Argos SMD Module
Pre-order
All pre-orders placed should be placed on or before the cut-off date of the 16th February 2025, at which point the order will be placed with our manufacturer.
The manufacturing lead time is estimated to be 6 weeks, meaning you will receive your SMD Modules Q1 April 2025.
A 10% bulk discount is available for orders of 10/50/100pc (see the cost table below).
A Github repository with the SMD Wings manufacturing files and firmware is also available. All SMD Module open source files will be released after the pre-sale.
A very limited number of free engineering samples (full kits) are available for users wishing to test the module before the pre-order via this request form.
No purchasing is required at this time. This form simply captures the quantity we need to manufacture to support all users. You will be contacted to complete payment and for shipping details once the group order has been submitted.
ARRIBADA ARGOS SMD MODULE | PRE-ORDER FORM
Stackable & Modular
Add an SMD Wing to seamlessly connect Feather boards such as the Adafruit Feather series to the Argos SMD module for streamlined testing and integration.
SMD Module
- Compact Design: 20x20x2mm with castellated edges for easy integration.
- Low Power: Only ~250mA for 26 dBm uplink (tested for LDA2, less with LDK).
- Different sleep mode available: NONE (3.8mA), SLEEP (1mA), STOP (2μA), STANDBY (450nA), SHUTDOWN (30nA).
- Flexibility: Can function as either an RF modem or a standalone MCU (power supply required).
- Kineis Compatibility: Fully compatible with KINEIS stack and KINEIS GUI; certified by Kineis/CNES for all modulation (LDA2, VLDA4, LDK).
SMD Wing
- Includes the SMD Module pre-soldered with the latest firmware pre-flashed.
- Feather-Compatible Design: Designed for seamless integration with Featherboards, enabling rapid prototyping.
- Streamlined Testing: Provides reliable Argos SMD connectivity for simplified satellite uplink development.
- Production-Ready: Designed to help developers transition fromprototyping to production with minimal changes.
SMD Full Kit
- Complete Kit: Plug-and-play straight of the box, designed for seamless integration with Feather boards, enabling rapid prototyping.
- Everything you need: The fully certified kit includes a pre-programed nrf52840 Feather board from Adafruit and supports the addition of other Wings for expanded functionality such as GNSS module or sensors.
- Easy development: Arduino code samples and a Zephyr environment enables flexible and straightforward project development.
- Expandable and Modular: Designed to help developers transition from prototyping to production with minimal changes.
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Arribada United Kingdom
To talk to our team in the UK / Europe (GMT), discuss volunteering with us, or for general conservation technology enquiries, feel free to mail us at contact@arribada.org or ask to join our Slack community channel.
Arribada USA
To talk to our team in the USA (EST), or for general conservation technology enquiries within the United States, feel free to mail us at contact@arribada.org or ask to join our Slack community channel.