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RAK19007 WisBlock Base Board 2nd Gen

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Product Description​

RAK19007 is a WisBlock Base Board 2nd Gen that connects WisBlock Core, WisBlock IO, and WisBlock Modules. It provides the power supply and interconnection to the modules attached to it. It has one slot reserved for the WisBlock Core module and four slots A-D for WisBlock modules. The WisBlock Core is attached on the top side, and the WisBlock modules are attached to the top or bottom side of the RAK19007. The Slot D holds modules up to 23 mm in size, while slots A to C support 10 mm WisBlock modules. Also, there are three 2.54 mm pitch headers for extension interface with BOOT, GPIO, I2C, and UART pins.

For convenience, there is a Type-C USB connector that is connected directly to WisBlock Core MCU’s USB port (if supported) or to a USB-UART converter depending on the WisBlock Core. It can be used for uploading firmware or serial communication. The USB-C connector is also used as a battery charging port.

WisBlock modules are connected to the RAK19007 WisBlock Base board via high-speed board to board connectors. They provide secure and reliable interconnection to ensure the signal integrity of each data bus. A set of screws are used for fixing the modules, which makes it reliable even in an environment with lots of vibrations.

You can also use a RAK19005 WisBlock Sensor Extension Cable to position the WisBlock modules apart from the WisBlock Base board or in any part of your case.

RAK19007 has connectors for the following:

  • 1 WisBlock Core module
  • 1 WisBlock compatible with IO slot
  • 4 WisBlock modules compatible with slots A-D
  • 1 Type-C USB port for programming and debugging
  • 3.7 V Rechargeable battery connector
  • 5 V Solar panel connector
  • Four 4-pin header with BOOT, I2C, and UART pins accessible with solder contacts

Additionally, it has two user-definable LEDs, one power supply/charging indicator LED, and a reset button.

NOTE

Improvements from RAK5005-O Base board

  • J11 header Analog input changed from AIN0 to AIN1.
  • Upgraded to USB C connector.
  • Slot D position changed with added TX1/RX1 availability to it.

Product Features​

  • Power supply

    • Supports both 5 V USB and 3.7 V rechargeable battery as power supply
    • 5 V solar panel connector to recharge the battery in a remote solution
    • Power consumption control
    • RAK19007 has an electronic load switch to power the WisBlock modules. The power supply for the WisBlock modules boards can be controlled by the WisBlock Core modules application.

  • Size

    • RAK19007 has a size of only 30 x 60 mm, which lets you create solutions that fit into the smallest housings.

Prerequisites​

WisBlock Base Board Gen2 is amazingly easy to use and requires only a Type-C USB cable to start developing with the system.

warning
  • Only 3.7-4.2 V Rechargeable Li-Ion batteries are supported. Do not use other types of batteries with the system.
  • Only 5 V solar panels are supported. Do not use 12 V solar panels. It will destroy the charging unit and eventually other electronic parts.