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Semtech Launches Next Generation LoRa Platform

By Ken Briodagh January 08, 2018

Semtech Corporation, a supplier of high performance analog and mixed-signal semiconductors and advanced algorithms, has now announced its next generation LoRa devices and wireless radio frequency (RF) technology (LoRa Technology) chipsets enabling LPWAN use cases for consumers with its advanced technology. Addressing the need for cost-effective and reliable sensor-to-cloud connectivity in any type of RF environment, the new features and capabilities are designed to improve the performance and capability of Internet of Things (IoT) sensor applications that demand low power, small form factor and long range wireless connectivity with a shortened product development cycle.

The next generation LoRa radios extend Semtech’s link budget by 20 percent with a 50 percent reduction in receiver current (4.5 mA) and a high power +22 dBm option. This reportedly extends battery life of LoRa-based sensors up to 30 percent, which will reduce the frequency of battery replacement. The extended connectivity range, with the ability to reach deep indoor and outdoor sensor locations, will create new markets as different types of verticals integrate LoRa Technology in their IoT applications including healthcare and pharmaceuticals, media and advertising, logistics/shipping, and asset tracking.

In addition, the new platform has a command interface that simplifies radio configuration and shortens the development cycle, needing only 10 lines of code to transmit or receive a packet, which will allow users to focus on applications. The small footprint, 45 percent less than the current generation, is highly configurable to meet different application requirements utilizing the global LoRaWAN open standard. The chipsets also supports FSK modulation to allow compatibility with legacy protocols that are migrating to the LoRaWAN open protocol for all the performance benefits LoRa Technology provides.

“LPWAN IoT applications are going through a massive transformation, shifting from trials to large deployments in smart cities, buildings, healthcare, logistics, and agriculture,” said Marc Pegulu, VP and GM, Wireless and Sensing Products Group, Semtech. “LoRa Technology enables an infinite amount of IoT use cases as Semtech pushes for the last mile of connectivity and reinforces its position as the defacto platform for LPWAN.”


Ken Briodagh is a writer and editor with more than a decade of experience under his belt. He is in love with technology and if he had his druthers would beta test everything from shoe phones to flying cars.

Edited by Ken Briodagh
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