Everything You Need to Build It Yourself

Below you'll find the complete parts list and a full video walkthrough showing the build process from start to finish.

Note: This is the parts list used for my build. Many of these components can be substituted based on your specific needs, budget, and desired features.

Build Video

Parts List

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I get most of my Meshtastic gear from Rokland and RAK Wireless. Both are excellent sources for Meshtastic hardware and accessories.

Recommended Suppliers

Rokland
https://store.rokland.com/?ref=wukxqgox

RAK Wireless
https://store.rakwireless.com/?ref=ComeOnMacGyver

Required Components

RAK Starter Kit
https://store.rokland.com/collections/rakwireless-products/products/rak-wireless-wisblock-meshtastic-starter-kit?ref=wukxqgox

RAK Starter Kit Mini
https://store.rokland.com/products/rakwireless-mini-meshtastic-starter-kit-us915-rak19003-4631-sku-115093?_pos=1&_sid=0d02d3e66&_ss=r&ref=wukxqgox

RAK1906 Environmental Sensor
https://store.rokland.com/products/rak-wireless-rak1906-wisblock-environment-sensor-bosch-bme680?_pos=3&_sid=fea7cdd94&_ss=r&ref=wukxqgox

RAK12501 GPS Module
https://store.rokland.com/products/rak-wireless-l76k-rak12501-compact-gnss-module-with-uart-ideal-for-low-power-tracking?_pos=12&_sid=5c21ef435&_ss=r&ref=wukxqgox

Amazon Sources

RAK WisBlock Starter Kit
https://amzn.to/4uCPEYX

RAK WisBlock Starter Kit Mini
https://amzn.to/4dFVBOY

Deployment Hardware

Throw Line
https://amzn.to/4wYzMlf

Carabiner Clip
https://amzn.to/437Vs0I

Ground Anchors
https://amzn.to/3RzsnZx

Electronics

DFROBOT Solar Power Manager 5V
https://amzn.to/49v6a4X

USB-C Panel Mount
https://amzn.to/4uahWcq

USB-C Cable
https://amzn.to/4vnsvKc

USB-C to Micro USB Adapter
https://amzn.to/4fhM0iw

Waterproof Switch
https://amzn.to/49qtS2g

Breather Valve
https://amzn.to/49vRP8k

915 MHz Antenna with N-Type to U.FL
https://amzn.to/3RFPJfZ

Battery Components

18650 Battery Holder
https://amzn.to/4uaQ4VB

Fasteners & Hardware

M6 Eye Bolt
https://amzn.to/43EnZLm

M8 Eye Bolt
https://amzn.to/4nXwdrj

M3x10mm Bolt
https://amzn.to/4o8IVUf

M3x20mm Bolt
https://amzn.to/4x0IE9O

M3x10mm Heat Set Insert
https://amzn.to/4dR1M1o

M3x5mm Heat Set Insert
https://amzn.to/43Dp6Lj

M2.5x3mm Phillips Screw
https://amzn.to/4vmPqFx

M3x8mm Button Head Screw
https://amzn.to/434Y9A6

Additional Eye Bolts

M6 x 12mm (Bottom)
https://amzn.to/4xa3BPZ

M8 x 15mm (Lid)
https://amzn.to/438wIp4

Recommended Tools

Step Drill Bit
https://urlgeni.us/amazon/HwOsXk

Soldering Iron
https://urlgeni.us/amazon/hBT2XU

Heat Set Insert Tool
https://urlgeni.us/amazon/uld5aK

Klein Tools MM420 Digital Multimeter
https://amzn.to/43t1uct

Standoffs
https://urlgeni.us/amazon/wGlQqy

Threaded Insert Set
https://urlgeni.us/amazon/20B1OD

Wire Stripper
https://amzn.to/3PYC2bn

Screw Set
https://urlgeni.us/amazon/gVERnK

M.2 Screw Set
https://urlgeni.us/amazon/fEHTq5

Heat Shrink Tubing
https://urlgeni.us/amazon/9MaqsV

Gorilla Clear Grip Adhesive
https://urlgeni.us/amazon/9QrdGC

Questions about the build? Feel free to leave a comment on the YouTube video or reach out through my website. I'll do my best to help.