The SenseCAP Solar Node P1-Pro is a solar-powered Meshtastic/MeshCore node designed for long-term outdoor deployment. It comes with everything you need to get set up right out of the box, including four 18650 batteries, a GPS module, and pre-flashed and configured with your firmware of choice.
Mount it on a pole or wall to extend your mesh network's range and reliability. The integrated 5W solar panel keeps the batteries topped off, and the nRF52840-based radio draws minimal power, so this node can run indefinitely in most environments with as little as an hour of sunlight per day.
The P1-Pro supports communication ranges up to 9km in open areas and can function as either a standalone node or a repeater to relay messages across your mesh. Built-in GPS provides real-time positioning, making it a solid option for remote area tracking and outdoor operations.
A Grove expansion port lets you connect environmental sensors (temperature, humidity, air quality) for remote monitoring applications.
Atlavox ships your solar node pre-flashed with the latest firmware — no assembly, flashing, or configuring required.
Key Features
- ✅ Solar Powered — 5W integrated solar panel with four 3,350mAh 18650 batteries for 24/7 operation
- ✅ Built-in GPS — XIAO L76K module with GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo support for real-time positioning and time-keeping
- ✅ Long Range — Up to 9km in open areas
- ✅ Meshtastic/MeshCore Ready — Pre-flashed with either Meshtastic or MeshCore firmware, no setup required
- ✅ Bluetooth 5.0 — Connect to the free Meshtastic or MeshCore app on your phone for configuration and messaging, or deploy it as a standalone repeater without needing to connect to your phone
- ✅ Low Power — nRF52840 processor optimized for energy efficiency
- ✅ Expandable — Grove port (I2C/GPIO) for plug-and-play sensor modules
- ✅ Outdoor Rated — includes pole and wall mounting brackets
- ✅ USB-C Charging — Charge via solar or USB-C when not deployed
- ✅ FCC & CE Certified
Specifications
| Main Controller | XIAO nRF52840 Plus (ARM Cortex-M4, 64MHz, 256KB RAM, 1MB Flash, 2MB onboard Flash) |
| LoRa Module | Wio-SX1262 (Semtech SX1262) |
| TX Power | Up to +22 dBm |
| Frequency Range | 862–930 MHz |
| GPS Module | XIAO L76K (GPS / GLONASS / Galileo) |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C |
| Solar Panel | 5W integrated |
| Battery | 4× 18650 lithium-ion (3,350mAh each, button-top) |
| Charging | Solar + USB-C |
| Operating Temp (discharge) | -40°C to 60°C |
| Charging Temp | 0°C to 50°C |
| Antenna | 2dBi rubber rod (868–915MHz), RP-SMA connector |
| Expansion | Grove port (I2C / GPIO) |
| Mounting | Pole mount (70–100mm diameter) and wall mount brackets included |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, RoHS |
| Manufacturer | Seeed Studio |
What's in the Box
- SenseCAP Solar Node P1-Pro
- 4× 18650 batteries (pre-installed)
- RP-SMA antenna of your choice
- Antenna cable (RP-SMA Male to RF-SMA Female)
- Mounting brackets and hardware (pole + wall mount)
- USB-C cable
Use Cases
- Mesh Network Expansion — Deploy as a solar repeater to fill coverage gaps and relay messages between nodes
- Off-Grid Communication — Text and GPS in areas with no cell service
- Outdoor Tracking — Real-time GPS positioning for remote operations, farms, parks, trails
- Environmental Monitoring — Connect Grove sensors for temperature, humidity, and air quality data
- Emergency Preparedness — Set-and-forget solar node for resilient off-grid comms
Notes
- Batteries are button-top 18650 (3.6V). If replacing, use button-top only.
- For best GPS performance, mount with a clear view of the sky.
- Clean the solar panel periodically for maximum charging efficiency.