Overview
Using fourth-generation LoRa® IP supporting sub-GHz ISM bands. The transceiver is designed to be backward compatible with previous LoRa devices, ensuring seamless LoRaWAN® compatibility. This device is a sub-set of the LR2021, focusing on LoRaWAN, Wi-Sun, wireless M-Bus, as well as FSK-based proprietary protocols with third-party stack offerings. The LR2012 features an advanced RF and analog architecture that supports a multi-region, single-SKU design, reducing external BOM costs, PCB footprint, and power consumption, while offering superior performance compared to previous LoRa transceivers.
Features
- sub-GHz ISM bands support for terrestrial and satellite
- Multi-PHY compatibility enables LP wireless protocols with third-party stacks
- LoRa up to 125 kbps, FSK, OOK and LR-FHSS modulations
- Multi-region operation with single switch-less front-end design
- +22 dBm to -10 dBm Transmitter in SubGHz, offering best-in-class energy efficiency
- Multi-SF Receiver with low noise figure, Improved CAD and best LoRa sensitivity down to -141.5 dBm @ SF12/125 kHz
- Increased frequency offset tolerance obviating TCXO and large thermal relief
| Documents | Release Date | Type |  |
|---|---|---|---|
| LR2021/22/12 Datasheet v2.1 | 2026-04-16 | | |
| AN1200.102 - LR20xx LoRa Improvements Application Note | 2025-12-18 | | |
| AN1200.103 - LR20xx CPFSK Modem Improvements v1.0 | 2025-10-23 | | |
| AN1200.104 - LR20xx Modem Interface v1.0 | 2025-10-31 | | |
| AN1200.106 - LR20xx Xtal Temperature drift Mitigation v1.0 | 2025-10-25 | | |
| AN1200.107 - LR20xx Analog Improvements Application Note | 2025-12-18 | | |
| AN1200.110 - LR20xx Evaluation Guide v1.0 | 2025-10-28 | | |
| AN1200.114 - LR20xx Ranging Demo v1.0 | 2025-10-23 | | |
| AN1200.59 - Selecting the Optimal Reference Clock | 2025-09-15 | | |
| AN1200.66: PCB Design Guidelines | 2026-05-20 | | |
| Documents | Release Date | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LoRa Studio - user guide | 2025-10-23 | TXT | |
| LoRa Studio Windows Installation file | 2026-04-17 | TXT | |
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