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2 layers90 × 90 mmLoRa MuPr VAF4751, the printed circuit board in 3D

LoRa MuPr VAF4751

FTHGL/LoRa_MuPr-VAF4751

Multiprotocol LoRa Mesh

Size
90 × 90 mm
Copper layers
2
Thickness
0.89 mm
Parts
81
Nets
124
Pads
402
Tracks, vias
649, 836
Pours
8
Routed
Yes
KiCad
KiCad 7 (file 20221018)
Created
23 Dec 2023
Updated
12 Jan 2026

Overview

LoRa MuPr VAF4751 is an open-source printed circuit board by FTHGL, from the FTHGL/LoRa_MuPr-VAF4751 repository on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board of 90 × 90 mm with 81 parts on 124 nets, routed with 649 tracks and 836 vias.

It is built around the RN2483A-I/RM105, SIM800C and AMS1117-3.3, with the MIC29302WU, BC337 and ESDA6V1-5SC6 among its other parts. Its parts include 26 capacitors, 22 resistors, 8 ICs, 7 connectors and 5 diodes. It belongs with the radio and wireless boards and the STM32 boards of this library.

Main components

6

README

README.md

Multi-Protocol Hybrid Wireless Communication System (LoRa-GSM-DTMF)

STM32 LoRa GSM

An STM32-based hybrid communication platform designed for seamless data and command transmission in environments with limited or no internet infrastructure (disaster management, rural IoT, remote monitoring or etc.). This system integrates low-power LoRa technology with GSM coverage and DTMF control into a single modular architecture.

Technical Architecture

The system utilizes a hybrid topology consisting of a Master node and multiple Slave nodes:

  • Master Node: Features an STM32F103C8T6 MCU, SIM800C GSM module, and RN2483A LoRa module. It acts as the network gateway and central authority.
  • Slave Nodes: Composed of STM32F103C8T6 and RN2483A modules. These nodes collect sensor data and transmit it to the Master via LoRa.
  • Hybrid Topology: Operates in a "Star" configuration under normal conditions, with a dynamic shift to a "Mesh" structure using nodes as opportunistic relays when direct access is obstructed.

Key Features

  • Protocol Bridging: Real-time translation of commands received via SMS or Command (DTMF) into LoRa packets for end-node execution.
  • Fault Tolerance: Dynamic routing mechanism allowing slave nodes to reach the master through neighboring nodes if the direct link is lost.
  • Critical Control (DTMF): Infrastructure-independent device management via voice calls and DTMF tones, bypassing the need for internet or SMS data lines.
  • RF Optimization: Impedance-controlled transmission lines (50 Ω) and custom antenna structures optimized for 868 MHz and 1.8 GHz bands.

Hardware Specifications

  • MCU: STM32F103C8T6 (ARM Cortex-M3).
  • RF Modules: Microchip RN2483A (LoRa), SIMCom SIM800C (GSM/GPRS/DTMF).
  • Antenna Design: Integrated IFA (Inverted-F Antenna) for 868 MHz and optimized microstrip structures for 1.8 GHz.
  • PCB Design: High RF integrity with dedicated ground planes and impedance-matched traces.

Software Flow

The firmware is modular, managing cross-protocol data flow and task scheduling:

  1. Ingress: Command reception and validation via GSM (SMS/DTMF).
  2. Routing: Identification of the target node_id and LoRa packet encapsulation.
  3. Transmission: Delivery of data to the slave node and reporting the response (ACK/Data) back to the user via GSM.

This project was developed as a Graduation Project at Konya Technical University, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering.

Parts

81
QtyValueFootprintReferences
9100nFCapacitor_SMD:C_0603_1608Metric_Pad1.08x0.95mm_HandSolderC3, C4, C13, C14, C15, C16, C20, C22, C23
51kResistor_SMD:R_0603_1608Metric_Pad0.98x0.95mm_HandSolderR1, R5, R6, R10, R11
322pFCapacitor_SMD:C_0603_1608Metric_Pad1.08x0.95mm_HandSolderC17, C18, C24
351RResistor_SMD:R_0603_1608Metric_Pad0.98x0.95mm_HandSolderR18, R19, R20
3LEDLED_SMD:LED_0603_1608Metric_Pad1.05x0.95mm_HandSolderD2, D4, D5
210uFCapacitor_Tantalum_SMD:CP_EIA-3216-18_Kemet-A_Pad1.58x1.35mm_HandSolderC1, C2
210uFCapacitor_SMD:C_0603_1608Metric_Pad1.08x0.95mm_HandSolderC6, C12
21KResistor_SMD:R_0603_1608Metric_Pad0.98x0.95mm_HandSolderR15, R16
21k5Resistor_SMD:R_0603_1608Metric_Pad0.98x0.95mm_HandSolderR13, R14
21uFCapacitor_SMD:C_0603_1608Metric_Pad1.08x0.95mm_HandSolderC11, C19
24.7kResistor_SMD:R_0603_1608Metric_Pad0.98x0.95mm_HandSolderR7, R8
250RResistor_SMD:R_0603_1608Metric_Pad0.98x0.95mm_HandSolderR12, R22
2Conn_01x13Connector_PinHeader_2.00mm:PinHeader_1x13_P2.00mm_VerticalJ10, J11
2LOGOuser_footprint:fthgl15075G***, G***
2~_F_Library:LINX_CONSMA001-SMDU7, U8
11.8pFCapacitor_SMD:C_0603_1608Metric_Pad1.08x0.95mm_HandSolderC26
1100kResistor_SMD:R_0603_1608Metric_Pad0.98x0.95mm_HandSolderR2
1100uFCapacitor_Tantalum_SMD:CP_EIA-3216-18_Kemet-A_Pad1.58x1.35mm_HandSolderC5
1100uFCapacitor_SMD:CP_Elec_8x10C9
110kResistor_SMD:R_0603_1608Metric_Pad0.98x0.95mm_HandSolderR21
110pFCapacitor_SMD:C_0603_1608Metric_Pad1.08x0.95mm_HandSolderC8
11MResistor_SMD:R_0603_1608Metric_Pad0.98x0.95mm_HandSolderR9
127nHInductor_SMD:L_0603_1608MetricL1
13.9nHInductor_SMD:L_0603_1608Metric_Pad1.05x0.95mm_HandSolderL3
1330uFCapacitor_SMD:CP_Elec_8x10C10
133pFCapacitor_SMD:C_0603_1608Metric_Pad1.08x0.95mm_HandSolderC7
14.7nHInductor_SMD:L_0603_1608Metric_Pad1.05x0.95mm_HandSolderL2
143kResistor_SMD:R_0603_1608Metric_Pad0.98x0.95mm_HandSolderR3
1470RResistor_SMD:R_0603_1608Metric_Pad0.98x0.95mm_HandSolderR4
14u7FCapacitor_SMD:C_0603_1608Metric_Pad1.08x0.95mm_HandSolderC21
15.1V/500mW Diode_SMD:D_SOD-123D3
15.6KResistor_SMD:R_0603_1608Metric_Pad0.98x0.95mm_HandSolderR17
19.1pFCapacitor_SMD:C_0603_1608Metric_Pad1.08x0.95mm_HandSolderC25
1AMS1117-3.3Package_TO_SOT_SMD:SOT-223-3_TabPin2U1
1BC337Package_TO_SOT_SMD:TSOT-23Q1
1Conn_01x04Connector_PinHeader_2.00mm:PinHeader_1x04_P2.00mm_VerticalJ2
1Conn_01x06Connector_PinHeader_2.00mm:PinHeader_1x06_P2.00mm_VerticalJ5
1Conn_01x08Connector_PinHeader_1.27mm:PinHeader_1x08_P1.27mm_VerticalJ6
1Conn_02x03_Counter_ClockwiseConnector_PinHeader_2.54mm:PinHeader_2x03_P2.54mm_VerticalJ3
1CrystallCrystal:Crystal_SMD_HC49-SDY1
1ESDA6V1-5SC6Package_TO_SOT_SMD:SOT-23-6D1
1MIC29302WUPackage_TO_SOT_SMD:TO-263-5_TabPin3U2
1RN2483A-I/RM105user_footprint:MICROCHIP_RN2483U5
1SIM800Cuser_footprint:SİM800CU4
1SIM_Carduser_footprint:L-KLS1-SIM-066J1
1STM32F103C8TxPackage_QFP:LQFP-48_7x7mm_P0.5mmU3
1SW_PushButton_Switch_SMD:SW_SPST_B3U-1000PSW1
1USB_micro-B_amphenoluser_footprint:USB_micro-B_amphenol_101181994_horizontalU6

The 76 most common of 81 parts.

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Questions

How big is the LoRa MuPr VAF4751 PCB?

It measures 90 × 90 mm and has 2 copper layers, 0.89 mm thick.

What parts does the LoRa MuPr VAF4751 use?

81 parts, built around the RN2483A-I/RM105, SIM800C, AMS1117-3.3 and MIC29302WU. The full list of its parts is on this page, with links to each part's symbol and footprint where PCBKit's library has them.

Where can I download the LoRa MuPr VAF4751 KiCad files?

From the FTHGL/LoRa_MuPr-VAF4751 repository on GitHub, at the commit this page was made from: the board is LoRa_MuPr-VAF4751/LoRaMuPr-VAF5147_Lora_GSM/LoRa_MuPr-VAF4751.kicad_pcb and its schematic LoRa_MuPr-VAF4751/LoRaMuPr-VAF5147_Lora/LoRa.kicad_sch. PCBKit opens the board in the browser, with nothing to install.

Can I use the LoRa MuPr VAF4751 design in my own project?

Its repository states no licence, so its author keeps all rights: ask FTHGL before reusing the design.