Overview<\/h2>\n\nThe Arduino MKR WAN 1310 board provides a practical and cost effective solution to add LoRa\u00ae connectivity to projects\u00a0 requiring low power. This open source board can be connected to: the\u00a0Arduino IoT Cloud<\/a>, your own LoRa\u00ae network using the\u00a0Arduino LoRa\u00ae PRO Gateway<\/a>, existing LoRaWAN\u2122 infrastructure like The Things Network, or even other boards using the direct connectivity mode.<\/p>\nBetter and More Efficient<\/h3>\n
The MKR WAN 1310, brings in a series of improvements when compared to its predecessor, the\u00a0MKR WAN 1300<\/a>. While still based on the Microchip\u00ae\u00a0SAMD21<\/a>\u00a0low power processor, the Murata CMWX1ZZABZ LoRa\u00ae module, and the MKR family\u2019s characteristic crypto chip (the ECC508), the MKR WAN 1310 includes a new battery charger, a 2MByte SPI Flash, and improved control of the board\u2019s power consumption.<\/p>\nImproved Battery Power<\/h3>\n
The latest modifications have considerably improved the battery life on the MKR WAN 1310. When properly configured, the\u00a0power consumption is now as low as 104uA!<\/b>\u00a0It is also possible to use the USB port to supply power (5V) to the board; run the board with or without batteries \u2013 the choice is yours.<\/p>\nOn-board Storage<\/h3>\n
Data logging and other OTA (Over The Air) functions are now possible since the inclusion of the on board 2MByte Flash. This new exciting feature will let you transfer configuration files from the infrastructure onto the board, create your own scripting commands, or simply store data locally to send it whenever the connectivity is best. Whilst the MKR WAN 1310\u2019s crypto chip adds further security by storing credentials & certificates in the embedded secure element.<\/p>\n
These features make it the perfect IoT node and building block for low-power wide-area IoT devices.<\/p>\n
Related Boards<\/h3>\n
If you are still deciding about the right wireless protocol for your solution, Arduino\u2019s MKR family has some alternatives to offer:<\/p>\n
\n- MKR FOX 1200:<\/b>\u00a0for your EU solutions on Sigfox infrastructure. Visit its product page\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/li>\n
- MKR GSM 1400:<\/b>\u00a0when looking at global coverage, GSM \/ 3G is the world\u2019s most extended network. Visit its product page\u00a0here<\/a>. We also provide you with a\u00a0bundle including the board and a SIM<\/a>\u00a0with a global data plan in case you need it.<\/li>\n
- MKR NB 1500:<\/b>\u00a0if your solution is designed around Narrowband IoT. Read more about it\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Build Your Own Infrastructure<\/h3>\n
If you are in need ot building your own dedicated LoRa\u00ae infrastructure you should consider using the\u00a0Arduino LoRa\u00ae PRO Gateway<\/a>, it will let you monitor all of your MKR WAN 1310 boards directly from the Arduino IoT Cloud.<\/p>\nGetting Started<\/h3>\n
The\u00a0Getting Started<\/a>\u00a0section contains all the information you need to configure your board, use the Arduino Software (IDE), and start tinkering with coding and electronics.<\/p>\nNeed Help?<\/h3>\n
Check the Arduino Forum for questions about the\u00a0Arduino Language<\/a>, or how to make your own\u00a0Projects with Arduino<\/a>. Need any help with your board please get in touch with the official Arduino User Support as explained in our\u00a0Contact Us<\/a>\u00a0page.<\/p>\nWarranty<\/h3>\n
You can find\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0your board warranty information.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\nTechnical Specifications<\/h2>\n\nThe Arduino MKR WAN 1310 is based on the SAMD21 microcontroller.<\/p>\n
The Arduino MKR WAN 1310 board provides a practical and cost effective solution to add LoRa\u00ae connectivity to projects\u00a0 requiring low power. This open source board can be connected to: the\u00a0Arduino IoT Cloud<\/a>, your own LoRa\u00ae network using the\u00a0Arduino LoRa\u00ae PRO Gateway<\/a>, existing LoRaWAN\u2122 infrastructure like The Things Network, or even other boards using the direct connectivity mode.<\/p>\n The MKR WAN 1310, brings in a series of improvements when compared to its predecessor, the\u00a0MKR WAN 1300<\/a>. While still based on the Microchip\u00ae\u00a0SAMD21<\/a>\u00a0low power processor, the Murata CMWX1ZZABZ LoRa\u00ae module, and the MKR family\u2019s characteristic crypto chip (the ECC508), the MKR WAN 1310 includes a new battery charger, a 2MByte SPI Flash, and improved control of the board\u2019s power consumption.<\/p>\n The latest modifications have considerably improved the battery life on the MKR WAN 1310. When properly configured, the\u00a0power consumption is now as low as 104uA!<\/b>\u00a0It is also possible to use the USB port to supply power (5V) to the board; run the board with or without batteries \u2013 the choice is yours.<\/p>\n Data logging and other OTA (Over The Air) functions are now possible since the inclusion of the on board 2MByte Flash. This new exciting feature will let you transfer configuration files from the infrastructure onto the board, create your own scripting commands, or simply store data locally to send it whenever the connectivity is best. Whilst the MKR WAN 1310\u2019s crypto chip adds further security by storing credentials & certificates in the embedded secure element.<\/p>\n These features make it the perfect IoT node and building block for low-power wide-area IoT devices.<\/p>\n If you are still deciding about the right wireless protocol for your solution, Arduino\u2019s MKR family has some alternatives to offer:<\/p>\n If you are in need ot building your own dedicated LoRa\u00ae infrastructure you should consider using the\u00a0Arduino LoRa\u00ae PRO Gateway<\/a>, it will let you monitor all of your MKR WAN 1310 boards directly from the Arduino IoT Cloud.<\/p>\n The\u00a0Getting Started<\/a>\u00a0section contains all the information you need to configure your board, use the Arduino Software (IDE), and start tinkering with coding and electronics.<\/p>\n Check the Arduino Forum for questions about the\u00a0Arduino Language<\/a>, or how to make your own\u00a0Projects with Arduino<\/a>. Need any help with your board please get in touch with the official Arduino User Support as explained in our\u00a0Contact Us<\/a>\u00a0page.<\/p>\n You can find\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0your board warranty information.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n The Arduino MKR WAN 1310 is based on the SAMD21 microcontroller.<\/p>\nBetter and More Efficient<\/h3>\n
Improved Battery Power<\/h3>\n
On-board Storage<\/h3>\n
Related Boards<\/h3>\n
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Build Your Own Infrastructure<\/h3>\n
Getting Started<\/h3>\n
Need Help?<\/h3>\n
Warranty<\/h3>\n
Technical Specifications<\/h2>\n
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If you are interested in designing your own modules for Arduino boards with this expansion port, the connector we suggest using is code: SHR-05V-S-B, also in the picture.<\/p>\n