Yeti Wurks Meshtastic Base Station

Meshtastic Base Station – Reliable Off-Grid Communication by Yeti Wurks

Need a dependable communication solution for off-grid adventures or areas with limited cellular coverage? Yeti Wurks introduces the Meshtastic Base Station—a powerful, long-range mesh network repeater built from a RAK Wireless Meshtastic kit and expertly designed for extended outdoor deployment.

🔹 Seamless, Always-On Connectivity
With an optional solar panel, this base station can operate indefinitely, making it perfect for remote locations, emergency preparedness, and outdoor expeditions. Simply position it for optimal line-of-sight coverage, and let its meshing capabilities enhance your network automatically.

🔹 Plug-and-Play Simplicity
Worried about complicated software setup? Don’t be! At Yeti Wurks, we pre-configure every device, so you can start communicating immediately. Just power it up, pair with your smartphone or tablet, and you're ready to go.

🔹 Customizable & Secure

• Comes pre-set with a general unencrypted channel for universal communication.
• Includes a private encrypted channel exclusive to Yeti Wurks devices (fully customizable).
• Integrates with ATAK software via the Meshtastic plugin—perfect for tactical applications.

⚡ Technical Details:
✔ Frequency: Default US915 (can be switched to EU868 via region settings)
✔ Power Source: Compatible with solar panels for continuous operation
✔ Batteries NOT included

Optional Accessories:

• Base Station Mounting Kit (Coming Soon)
• Integrated Base Station/Solar Charger Mounts: Link 
• Solar Charger: Link

Features:

• Meshtastic Software
• Pre-configured by Yeti Wurks for immediate use
• RAK Wireless Meshtastic Base Kit - US 915 MHz
• IP-65 rated enclosure and connections
• 915 MHz Type N outdoor-rated 3 dBi dipole Antenna
  • Apex Innovation Antenna 18.5mm in length
• 4 x 18650 parallel battery holder (batteries not included)
  • Device can run off of 1,2,3 or 4 batteries if desired
    • At least 1 battery is required for proper operation if powering from the solar port
  • Max battery length supported is 69mm (it will be VERY tight at 69mm)
• External connection for solar chargers
  • Accepts input voltage between 5V-24V DC (regulated down to 5V internally for RAK charging system compatibility)
  • 5.5 x 2.1mm (DC-099) Power Jack
  • Direct compatibility with Yeti Wurks solar chargers
  • Third-party solar chargers such as Goal Zero require a plug size adapter
  • Recommended minimum 4W solar panel
• IP-65 rated USB-C passthrough for device setup or charging
• External Illuminated Power Button (a dull blue ring indicates device power status)
• Light wires can be disconnected if desired
  • Can unplug from the board
• When using device charging, ensure the switch is in the "on" position to enable charging; otherwise, the battery remains disconnected
• Dimensions: Approximately 100mm x 150mm x 70mm (4" x 6" x 2.75") excluding antenna length
• Now includes a hydrophobic vent that maintains IP rating and allows the box to "breath"

Notes:

• Do NOT power on or plug in USB or Solar Power without first connecting the antenna
• Use PROTECTED 18650 batteries that are matched (at the same charge level)
  • There is no BMS built into the RAK kit, only a charging circuit, so it will drain non-protected cells to zero if left to run.
    • Draining batteries to zero will damage or shorten the life of the battery
    • Protected batteries will prevent themselves from being drained to zero
    • If your batteries will never fully discharge (solar charger, etc) OR you don't care about batteries dying if they do, then non-protected batteries will work fine
• Internal Baseplate is made out of PETG and the color will vary
• Although the device comes pre-configured, you can still change or update any settings after you receive the device
• All Yeti Wurks Base Stations will have the same secondary encrypted channel, if you want a more private channel please add another
• If you change the default Primary Channel or rename it you will lose meshing capability with ALL other devices not setup with the exact same primary as you
• The 4 rear mounting holes will work with M5x10mm self taping screws (screw length may vary depending on what you are mounting)
  • These are the screws we have used https://www.mcmaster.com/99461A965/ 

Battery Recommendations: (Yeti Wurks is not affiliated with the companies listed below)

• Un-Protected:
  • Molicel/NPE P28A INR-18650-P28A - Cold rated down to -40c (datasheet)
• Protected: 
  • LiionWholesale Protected 2600mAh -These batteries fit, but will be VERY tight.
• Cold Weather/Protected: 
  • LiionWholesale Cold Weather Protected 3500mAh -These batteries fit, but will be VERY tight. Cold rated down to -40c

Additional Information:

Meshtastic Community Website: Link Getting Started Guide: Link ATAK Plugin and Setup: Link