Seeed Studio XIAO nRF52840 & Wio-SX1262 Kit for Meshtastic is a compact LoRa development kit built around the XIAO nRF52840 and Wio-SX1262 extension board. Based on the official Seeed documentation, this kit combines the Nordic nRF52840 MCU with the Semtech SX1262 LoRa solution, making it suitable for Meshtastic, low-power wireless communication, sensor nodes, and portable long-range IoT development.
The Seeed XIAO nRF52840 & Wio-SX1262 Kit is designed for developers who want a small but capable platform for LoRa, LoRaWAN, mesh communication, and battery-powered wireless projects. With Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, long-range 862–930MHz LoRa support, and the compact XIAO ecosystem form factor, this kit works well for portable nodes, fixed routers, environmental sensing, and field data transmission.
Features
- XIAO nRF52840 based on the Nordic nRF52840 chip with ARM Cortex-M4 and FPU, up to 64MHz
- Wio-SX1262 based on the Semtech SX1262 for long-range LoRa communication in the 862–930MHz band
- Supports Bluetooth 5.0 and NFC on the XIAO nRF52840 side
- Compact hardware design suitable for portable Meshtastic nodes and fixed LoRa routers
- Supports development with Arduino, CircuitPython, and MicroPython
- Ultra-low standby power consumption of less than 5uA according to official specifications
- Supports USB Type-C and BAT input power options
- Designed for LoRa, LoRaWAN, wireless sensing, and remote data transmission projects
Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Seeed Studio |
| Product Name | XIAO nRF52840 & Wio-SX1262 Kit for Meshtastic |
| Microcontroller | Nordic nRF52840, ARM Cortex-M4 with FPU, up to 64MHz |
| LoRa Module | Semtech SX1262 based, supports 862–930MHz |
| Wireless Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, LoRa |
| Interfaces | XIAO nRF52840: UART, IIC, SPI, NFC, SWD, GPIO, PWM, ADC; Wio-SX1262: user button, SPI |
| Power Supply | 5V via USB Type-C, 4.2V via BAT input |
| Charging Current | 50mA / 100mA |
| Standby Power Consumption | Less than 5uA |
| Working Temperature | -40C to 65C |
| Module Dimensions | 21 x 17.8 mm |
Applications
- Meshtastic nodes and routers for portable or fixed mesh network deployment
- LoRa and LoRaWAN sensor nodes for environmental sensing and remote telemetry
- IoT prototyping and low-power long-range wireless experiments
- Asset tracking and outdoor data transmission when paired with suitable GNSS modules
- Compact field devices that need wireless range, low power, and XIAO ecosystem compatibility
Packing List
- XIAO nRF52840 x1
- Wio-SX1262 Extension Board x1
- LoRa Antenna x1
Other Content
Seeed Studio XIAO nRF52840 & Wio-SX1262 Kit combines the compact XIAO ecosystem with LoRa capability, which makes it useful for small wireless nodes where size, battery life, and radio range all matter. The official hardware overview also shows the onboard layout and pin definitions for both the XIAO nRF52840 and Wio-SX1262, making integration and expansion easier during development.
Hardware Overview
XIAO nRF52840
- Onboard
- PinOut
Wio-SX1262
- Onboard
- PinOut
Resources
- Wio-SX1262 for XIAO 3D file
- Schematic Diagram Wio-SX1262 for XIAO
- Wio-SX1262 Module Datasheet
- Seeed Studio XIAO nRF52840 BLE Communication Distance Test Report
- Seeed Studio XIAO nRF52840 CE | FCC | MIC
- Schematic Diagram of Wio-SX1262 for XIAO
FAQ
Is this kit suitable for Meshtastic?
Yes. The official Seeed positioning and hardware layout make this kit suitable for compact Meshtastic node and router projects.
What wireless technologies does the kit support?
The kit combines LoRa through the SX1262 with Bluetooth 5.0 and NFC through the XIAO nRF52840.
What development environments are supported?
According to the official product information, the XIAO nRF52840 supports Arduino, CircuitPython, and MicroPython.
What is included in the package?
The official shipping list includes a XIAO nRF52840, a Wio-SX1262 Extension Board, and a LoRa antenna.