868 MHz ISM Band
| Frequency Range | 863–870 MHz |
| ITU / Standard | ISM Band (EU) |
| Applications | LoRaWAN (EU868), Sigfox, Z-Wave EU |
LoRaWAN (EU868) · Sigfox · Z-Wave EU
| Frequency Range | 863–870 MHz |
| Wavelength | 34.6 cm |
| ITU / Standard | ISM Band (EU) |
Applications
- →LoRaWAN (EU868)
- →Sigfox
- →Z-Wave EU
- →Smart metering
- →Building automation
- →Wireless alarm systems
Propagation Characteristics
Excellent penetration through walls and floors. Typical LoRa range: 2–15 km in urban areas, up to 40 km line-of-sight.
Regulatory Notes
ETSI EN 300 220. Multiple sub-bands with different duty cycle rules (0.1%–10%). Max 25 mW ERP on most channels. EU only.
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