# The BARGAIN basement part 3

**URL:** <https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852>\
**Category:** Hardware\
**Created:** [October 3, 2017, 8:31am UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852 "2017-10-03T08:31:00Z")\
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**Author:** ![BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/borroz/32/44234_2.png) [@BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/BoRRoZ)\
**Post date:** [October 3, 2017, 8:31am UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/1 "2017-10-03T08:31:00Z")

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found an interesting bargain you like to share ?  
this is the central place where you can link tips about bargains.  
(diy electronics components, tools, gateways, chips, antenna’s, cables, kits, measuring equipment, sensors, lora related things)

[The BARGAIN basement part 1](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-1/1697)  
[The BARGAIN basement part 2](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-2/5977)

[The BARGAIN basement part 4](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-4/13560)  
[The BARGAIN basement part 5](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-5/21099)  
[The BARGAIN basement part 6](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-6/30521)

this is a user topic, if you want to promote your commercial product your welcome in

> [@Product Announcements](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/big-product-placement-allowed-topic/7760):
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> Product Announcements topic [announcement] This topic is for informing the TTN community about: New products It is allowed to announce commercial products here Special discounts for the TTN community (updated by @bluejedi)

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**Author:** ![BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/borroz/32/44234_2.png) [@BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/BoRRoZ)\
**Post date:** [October 3, 2017, 9:43am UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/2 "2017-10-03T09:43:05Z")

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> **[868 mhz antenna 868MHz Antenna Low Power Long Range Transceiver SMA Male 1m line...](https://www.ebay.com/itm/868MHz-Antenna-868-mhz-antenna-Low-Power-Long-Range-Transceiver-SMA-Male-1m-line/263094181475)**
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> 868MHz Antenna Low Power Long Range Transceiver 868 mhz antenna SMA Male 1m line. | eBay!

  
_US $6.80 incl. shipping_

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**Author:** ![Epyon](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/epyon/32/8479_2.png) [@Epyon](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/Epyon)\
**Post date:** [October 3, 2017, 9:16pm UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/3 "2017-10-03T21:16:58Z")

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I’m sure looking forward to the end of the Chinese holidays 😏 .

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**Author:** ![BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/borroz/32/44234_2.png) [@BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/BoRRoZ)\
**Post date:** [October 3, 2017, 9:19pm UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/4 "2017-10-03T21:19:59Z")

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> [@Epyon](#):
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> the end

ebay withdrawal symptoms … been there 😉

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**Author:** ![BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/borroz/32/44234_2.png) [@BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/BoRRoZ)\
**Post date:** [October 4, 2017, 11:19am UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/5 "2017-10-04T11:19:48Z")

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![](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/uploads/default/original/2X/f/f5c43118301d12835bc0ebe81a90bbcd37af3294.png)

- [http://navspark.mybigcommerce.com/ns-hp-rtk-capable-gps-gnss-receiver/](http://navspark.mybigcommerce.com/ns-hp-rtk-capable-gps-gnss-receiver/)

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**Author:** ![BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/borroz/32/44234_2.png) [@BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/BoRRoZ)\
**Post date:** [October 4, 2017, 11:38am UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/6 "2017-10-04T11:38:15Z")

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![gassensoren](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/uploads/default/original/2X/4/4324dff29a9be96440499f2ca8ff52b9ac7c0e6c.jpg)

- [https://prototype-winkel.nl/sensoren/gassensor](https://prototype-winkel.nl/sensoren/gassensor)

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**Author:** ![BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/borroz/32/44234_2.png) [@BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/BoRRoZ)\
**Post date:** [October 5, 2017, 10:50am UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/7 "2017-10-05T10:50:12Z")

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![cable](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/uploads/default/original/2X/8/849337dd4228514fd1d2c15cd63667c550532ac7.jpg)

- [https://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/Brand-New-9m-RP-SMA-Male-to-Female-Jack-Wifi-Antenna-Extension-Cable-Lead-Wire-Gold/1972410\_32786857979.html](https://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/Brand-New-9m-RP-SMA-Male-to-Female-Jack-Wifi-Antenna-Extension-Cable-Lead-Wire-Gold/1972410_32786857979.html)

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**Author:** ![GryKyo](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/grykyo/32/47887_2.png) [@GryKyo](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/GryKyo)\
**Post date:** [October 5, 2017, 12:01pm UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/8 "2017-10-05T12:01:16Z")

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So the Chinese 32u4 node with Li charge is now offered with two flavours of antenna costing \< €1 per antenna. Before we go mad buying China again can somebody give an opinion on the antennas?

I will invest based on feedback please & thanks!

[https://m.ebay.com/itm/1-4Pcs-LoRa32u4-II-868MHz-915MHz-Development-Board-Lora-Wifi-Module-Antenna-/182763895282?\_trkparms=aid%3D555018%26algo%3DPL.SIM%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D20150519202348%26meid%3De01faa12762742629366aa7a1488ec24%26pid%3D100408%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D9%26sd%3D172835284291&\_trksid=p2056116.c100408.m2460&varId=690082027004](https://m.ebay.com/itm/1-4Pcs-LoRa32u4-II-868MHz-915MHz-Development-Board-Lora-Wifi-Module-Antenna-/182763895282?_trkparms=aid%253D555018%2526algo%253DPL.SIM%2526ao%253D2%2526asc%253D20150519202348%2526meid%253De01faa12762742629366aa7a1488ec24%2526pid%253D100408%2526rk%253D1%2526rkt%253D9%2526sd%253D172835284291&_trksid=p2056116.c100408.m2460&varId=690082027004)

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**Author:** ![BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/borroz/32/44234_2.png) [@BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/BoRRoZ)\
**Post date:** [October 5, 2017, 1:32pm UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/9 "2017-10-05T13:32:37Z")

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> **[SMA Male to Female Nut Bulkhead Crimp RG316 Coax Cable Jumper Pigtail 15cm N3...](https://www.ebay.com/itm/SMA-Male-to-Female-Nut-Bulkhead-Crimp-RG316-Coax-Cable-Jumper-Pigtail-15cm-N3-/122062029738)**
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> Used widely for router, booster and WLAN Wifi antenna convertion. The antenna adapter can connect your phone to the antenna to provide better reception in no signal areas. External Material : Plastic, Alloy;Cable Length : 14.5cm / 5 7/10" Color :...

_US $1.25 incl. shipping_

> **[Gino U.FL IPX to SMA Female Pigtail Cable 1.13mm for Wifi Network New...](https://www.ebay.com/itm/Gino-U-FL-IPX-to-SMA-Female-Pigtail-Cable-1-13mm-for-Wifi-Network-New/171763143314)**
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> \* U.FL IPX to SMA Female Pigtail Cable 1.13mm for Wifi Network \* U.FL/IPX to SMA Female Extension Pigtail Cable ( 1.13mm). \* Connects internal WiFi to external WiFi Booster Antenna. \* Can be used with both indoor and outdoor antennas. \* for wireless...

  
_US $1.05 incl. shipping_

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**Author:** ![BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/borroz/32/44234_2.png) [@BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/BoRRoZ)\
**Post date:** [October 5, 2017, 1:36pm UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/10 "2017-10-05T13:36:49Z")

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funny thing is… both antennas have an IPX connector which is not available on that board.  
so you have to cut of that connector and solder the cable direct on the RFM95.  
I would prefer the coil one… but a little piece of wire will do to

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**Author:** ![Charles](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/charles/32/45146_2.png) [@Charles](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/Charles)\
**Post date:** [October 5, 2017, 1:56pm UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/11 "2017-10-05T13:56:11Z")

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@BoRRoZ  
iPX connector is on bottom side, just received mine today  
 ![image](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/uploads/default/original/2X/7/78ec97bc08f7913c2710aef115b391b4e3594fcd.jpg)

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**Author:** ![BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/borroz/32/44234_2.png) [@BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/BoRRoZ)\
**Post date:** [October 5, 2017, 1:59pm UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/12 "2017-10-05T13:59:51Z")

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ah ok… not with the one I have here… probably a monday morning board or an older version 😉

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**Author:** ![BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/borroz/32/44234_2.png) [@BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/BoRRoZ)\
**Post date:** [October 9, 2017, 12:16pm UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/13 "2017-10-09T12:16:02Z")

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[http://www.ebay.com/itm/DPS5015-DC-50V-15A-Adjustable-Step-down-Regulated-LCD-Digital-Power-Supply-Modul/152733442860](http://www.ebay.com/itm/DPS5015-DC-50V-15A-Adjustable-Step-down-Regulated-LCD-Digital-Power-Supply-Modul/152733442860)  
_US $24.50 incl. shipping_

> **[DP20V2A 30V5A 50V5A DPS3003 DC32V/3A Step down Programmable Power Supply Module ...](https://www.ebay.com/itm/DP20V2A-30V5A-50V5A-DPS3003-DC32V-3A-Step-down-Programmable-Power-Supply-Module/401368742041)**
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> 1PC DP20V2A Programmable Power Module. This product, with small size, advanced functions, good visual effect, high operability, and high precision, can not only be used independently, but also inset into the device for wide application range. | eBay!

- _build a little desktop labpowersupply with the 2A version_  
 ![x503](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/uploads/default/original/2X/0/00fde3dd8f6028f0a6362d6b6ccc026d5f0cd841.jpg)

[https://www.conrad.nl/nl/strapubox-3023-h-80-consolebehuizing-162-x-100-x-80-abs-grijs-1-stuks-524301.html](https://www.conrad.nl/nl/strapubox-3023-h-80-consolebehuizing-162-x-100-x-80-abs-grijs-1-stuks-524301.html)

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**Author:** ![BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/borroz/32/44234_2.png) [@BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/BoRRoZ)\
**Post date:** [October 10, 2017, 3:21pm UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/14 "2017-10-10T15:21:02Z")

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> **[Waterproof Shockproof Plastic Outdoor Survival Container Storage Case Carry Box...](https://www.ebay.com/itm/Waterproof-Shockproof-Plastic-Outdoor-Survival-Container-Storage-Case-Carry-Box/253000210693)**
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> Specification:
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> 100% brand new and waterproof 
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> Keeps your valuables, lighter, matches, electronic gadget safe and dry 
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> Shockproof by 3mm PE inner lining 
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> Can float on the water 
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> Terrific tool for camping, boating, fishing, tubing,...

_US $1.46 incl. shipping_

can they be used for **outdoor** nodes ? … sure they can 🕶

![x504](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/uploads/default/original/2X/f/ff44bb8313915ecf2906e9bff1a3d90cc5aefc1f.jpg)

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**Author:** ![jsperri](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/jsperri/32/35697_2.png) [@jsperri](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/jsperri)\
**Post date:** [October 11, 2017, 6:58am UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/15 "2017-10-11T06:58:32Z")

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ESP32 with SX1276 (868/915 MHz) and 0.96" OLED display now released.  
Just ordered a few for a test

> **[US $18.95 15% OFF|868MHz 915MHz SX1276 ESP32 LoRa 0.96 Inch Blue OLED Display...](https://www.aliexpress.com/item/-/32836591865.html)**
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> Smarter Shopping, Better Living! Aliexpress.com

![esp32_sx1276](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/uploads/default/original/2X/9/9b912989c53f722cabb2ac7c07ebd3c335d2298d.jpg)

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**Author:** ![Charles](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/charles/32/45146_2.png) [@Charles](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/Charles)\
**Post date:** [October 11, 2017, 9:58am UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/16 "2017-10-11T09:58:54Z")

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Great, bought 2 to test, any link to lib and code?  
Guess what you can now pay with paypal on AliExpress 😉

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**Author:** ![BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/borroz/32/44234_2.png) [@BoRRoZ](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/BoRRoZ)\
**Post date:** [October 12, 2017, 9:48am UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/20 "2017-10-12T09:48:27Z")

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> **[Air Compressor Pump Electric Tire Portable Mini 300PSI 12V Air Inflator Auto Car...](https://www.ebay.com/itm/300PSI-12V-Portable-Mini-Air-Compressor-Auto-Car-Electric-Tire-Air-Inflator-Pump/202008566759)**
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> With Inflator Nozzle And Sports Needle. It Is Ideal For Inflating Car And Bicycle Tires Sports Balls And Other Inflating Jobs. Our Item Is Very Easy To Use. Just Plug Into Your Car Cigarette Lighter For Power And Slip The Universal Adapter Over Any...

_US $8.75 incl. shipping_

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**Author:** ![DeuxVis](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/deuxvis/32/40111_2.png) [@DeuxVis](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/DeuxVis)\
**Post date:** [October 12, 2017, 10:41am UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/21 "2017-10-12T10:41:19Z")

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thanks for the tip.

FYI there are some cheaper ones on aliexpress at the moment, got one for around 12$, search for “wifi lora kit 32”.

Edit : that wasa reply to the “ESP32 with SX1276 (868/915 MHz) and 0.96” OLED display" post

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**Author:** ![jsperri](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/jsperri/32/35697_2.png) [@jsperri](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/jsperri)\
**Post date:** [October 12, 2017, 10:46am UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/23 "2017-10-12T10:46:54Z")

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Actually I made that post related to a SX1276 based module, which seems to be released freshly.  
The other and cheaper modules which are widely available are based on SX1278 and support only 434 MHz, not 868/915 MHz as the one I mentioned.

Newer modules are usually more expensive and price tend to go down as production increases.

@DeuxVis if you have cheaper links for the ESP32 / 868 MHz, feel free to post.

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**Author:** ![DeuxVis](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/user_avatar/www.thethingsnetwork.org/deuxvis/32/40111_2.png) [@DeuxVis](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/u/DeuxVis)\
**Post date:** [October 12, 2017, 10:53am UTC](https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/forum/t/the-bargain-basement-part-3/9852/24 "2017-10-12T10:53:39Z")

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Oh you are right that is a SX1278 I ordered _facepalm_ thank for correcting me.

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