From c674cdc67193eefc2c8c11b13ace3440fe354991 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: SpookyDervish Date: Sat, 28 Feb 2026 11:47:12 +1100 Subject: [PATCH] updated prices and part list --- README.md | 20 +++++++++++++------- 1 file changed, 13 insertions(+), 7 deletions(-) diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index d9751ef..2f3a45d 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -6,19 +6,25 @@ I'm building a radio mesh network, kinda like CyberPony to democratize WiFi and ## Relay Relays just push the signal further, they sit on your roof or in other high places. -**Cost:** $~40 +**Cost:** $75.25 ### Parts -- Raspberry Pi Pico H ($~9) | [Buy](https://core-electronics.com.au/raspberry-pi-pico-h-with-headers.html) -- SX1262 LoRa Node Module for Raspberry Pi Pico (comes with antenna) ($~22) | [Buy](https://piaustralia.com.au/products/sx1262-lora-node-module-for-raspberry-pi-pico-lorawan-915mhz) -- Solar panel and battery ($~10) +- Raspberry Pi Pico H ($8.65) | [Buy](https://core-electronics.com.au/raspberry-pi-pico-h-with-headers.html) +- SX1262 LoRa Node Module for Raspberry Pi Pico (comes with antenna) ($21.94) | [Buy](https://piaustralia.com.au/products/sx1262-lora-node-module-for-raspberry-pi-pico-lorawan-915mhz) +- TP4056 Charger ($2.11) | [Buy](https://www.amazon.com/18650-Board-TP4056-Module-Protect/dp/B09SWBM31Z?crid=C8N1XC4HLDXF&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Ucrx7MAXbCG7TEifdeu7RmSnK3LGRgsxnNN2Vvbzxt8PDRbYg_8aqnR4aTsyQpZx2CcgioGKLXpBZ_tNYS2AlUP4XybzGQ0zI2LGu4bn-GBb5kZTp3F0gEpDL1jiQkanKi1jxQv5jR0kTFtn432DA38uKen0RL37BQjW0P4jxGOHfKF6IPB4myUbQ9VcP0-BnH9qRUvGoJzAtzP71FoQOVjD0ZweFCZ9zLc7fCa7iXw.C08ESSiAZHdEtUpxkY-RoC8xiG_Di4Q_aIVbzopsJXM&dib_tag=se&keywords=TP4056&qid=1772238259&sprefix=%2Caps%2C263&sr=8-1) +- 18650 rechargable battery 3200mAh 3.7V ($19.95) | [Buy](https://www.jaycar.com.au/18650-flat-top-rechargeable-li-ion-battery-3200mah-3-7v/p/SB2622) +- 18650 battery holder ($4.40) | [Buy](https://www.jaycar.com.au/single-18650-battery-holder/p/PH9205) +- Solar Panel 5V ($18.20) | [Buy](https://core-electronics.com.au/monocrystalline-solar-panel-5v-1a.html) - Any way to program and flash the Pico, whether thats USB or another way. ## Connector A connector lets you use the mesh network over bluetooth, they would be somewhere in your house or in your pocket. -**Cost:** $~35 +**Cost:** $60.30 ### Parts -- Raspberry Pi Pico WH ($~12) | [Buy](https://core-electronics.com.au/raspberry-pi-pico-wh.html) -- SX1262 LoRa Node Module for Raspberry Pi Pico (comes with battery and antenna) ($~22) | [Buy](ttps://piaustralia.com.au/products/sx1262-lora-node-module-for-raspberry-pi-pico-lorawan-915mhz) +- Raspberry Pi Pico WH ($11.90) | [Buy](https://core-electronics.com.au/raspberry-pi-pico-wh.html) +- SX1262 LoRa Node Module for Raspberry Pi Pico (comes with antenna) ($21.94) | [Buy](https://piaustralia.com.au/products/sx1262-lora-node-module-for-raspberry-pi-pico-lorawan-915mhz) +- TP4056 Charger ($2.11) | [Buy](https://www.amazon.com/18650-Board-TP4056-Module-Protect/dp/B09SWBM31Z?crid=C8N1XC4HLDXF&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Ucrx7MAXbCG7TEifdeu7RmSnK3LGRgsxnNN2Vvbzxt8PDRbYg_8aqnR4aTsyQpZx2CcgioGKLXpBZ_tNYS2AlUP4XybzGQ0zI2LGu4bn-GBb5kZTp3F0gEpDL1jiQkanKi1jxQv5jR0kTFtn432DA38uKen0RL37BQjW0P4jxGOHfKF6IPB4myUbQ9VcP0-BnH9qRUvGoJzAtzP71FoQOVjD0ZweFCZ9zLc7fCa7iXw.C08ESSiAZHdEtUpxkY-RoC8xiG_Di4Q_aIVbzopsJXM&dib_tag=se&keywords=TP4056&qid=1772238259&sprefix=%2Caps%2C263&sr=8-1) +- 18650 rechargable battery 3200mAh 3.7V ($19.95) | [Buy](https://www.jaycar.com.au/18650-flat-top-rechargeable-li-ion-battery-3200mah-3-7v/p/SB2622) +- 18650 battery holder ($4.40) | [Buy](https://www.jaycar.com.au/single-18650-battery-holder/p/PH9205) - Any way to program and flash the Pico, whether thats USB or another way. # Setting up your device