868MHz RF LoRa RF96/SX1276 Long-Distance Communication Module

The RF96 and SX1276 are essentially the same LoRa transceiver silicon — just packaged and sold under slightly different naming schemes. Here’s the breakdown:

1. Origin & Naming

• SX1276 – The chip from Semtech, supports LoRa modulation and FSK/OOK.

• RF96 – A rebranded or variant designation used by HopeRF (and sometimes other vendors) for modules like the RFM95/RFM96.

The RFM96 module uses the SX1276 core chip inside.
So “RF96” is not a different silicon design — it’s more like the module name rather than the IC name.

2. Frequency Range

• SX1276: Covers 137–1020 MHz depending on configuration, commonly sold in 433 MHz, 868 MHz, and 915 MHz variants.

• RF96/RFM96: Same frequency coverage, but typically offered in 868 MHz or 915 MHz versions.

3. Modulation & Features

Both support:

• LoRa spread spectrum modulation

• FSK, GFSK, MSK, GMSK, and OOK

• Programmable bit rates from 300 bps to 300 kbps

• LoRa sensitivity up to –148 dBm (depending on bandwidth and spreading factor)

• Output power up to +20 dBm with PA_BOOST pin

The  RFM95W transceivers  feature  the  LoRaTM  long range modem that provides ultra-long range spread spectrum communication and high interference immunity whilst minimising current consumption. RoboticsBD

Using Hope RF’s patented LoRaTM modulation technique RFM95W can achieve a sensitivity of over -148dBm using a low cost crystal and bill of materials. The high sensitivity combined with the integrated +20 dBm power amplifier yields  industry  leading  link  budget  making  it optimal for any application requiring range or robustness. LoRaTM also provides significant advantages in both blocking and selectivity over conventional modulation techniques, solving the traditional design compromise between range, interference immunity and energy consumption. RoboticsBD

These devices also support high performance (G)FSK modes for systems including WMBus, IEEE802.15.4g. The RFM95W deliver exceptional phase noise, selectivity, receiver linearity  and  IIP3  for  significantly lower  current consumption than competing devices.  Featured By RoboticsBD.

Product Images are shown for illustrative purposes only and may differ from the actual product.

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Applications:

1. Automated Meter Reading. 
2. Home and Building Automation. 
3. Wireless Alarm and Security Systems. 
4. Industrial Monitoring and Control 
5. Long range Irrigation Systems

Features:

1. LoRaTM Modem. 
2. 168 dB maximum link budget. 
3. +20 dBm - 100 mW constant RF output vs. V supply. 
4. +14 dBm high efficiency PA. 
5. Programmable bit rate up to 300 kbps. 
6. High sensitivity: down to -148 dBm. 
7. Bullet-proof front end: IIP3 = -12.5 dBm. 
8. Excellent blocking immunity. 
9. Low RX current of 10.3 mA, 200 nA register retention. 
10. Fully integrated synthesizer with a resolution of 61 Hz.
11. FSK, GFSK, MSK, GMSK, LoRaTM and OOK modulation. 
12. Built-in bit synchronizer for clock recovery. 
13. Preamble detection.
14. 127 dB Dynamic Range RSSI. 
15. Automatic RF Sense and CAD with ultra-fast AFC. 
16. Packet engine up to 256 bytes with CRC. 
17. Built-in temperature sensor and low battery indicator. 

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Please allow 5% measuring deviation due to manual measurement.

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Documentation:

1. Datasheet

Package Includes:

1 x 868MHz RF LoRa SX1276 Long-Distance Communication Module.

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