915 MHz ISM Band
LoRaWAN US915 · Zigbee (channel 0) · Wi-SUN smart grid
| Frequency Range | 902–928 MHz |
| Wavelength | 32.8 cm |
| ITU / Standard | ISM Band (Americas/Region 2) |
Applications
- →LoRaWAN US915
- →Zigbee (channel 0)
- →Wi-SUN smart grid
- →RFID UHF (860–960 MHz)
- →Baby monitors
- →Cordless phones (older)
Propagation Characteristics
Better range than 2.4 GHz for the same power level. Good building penetration. Typical outdoor range: 500 m–5 km depending on antennas and environment.
Regulatory Notes
FCC Part 15: 1W conducted, 6 dBi antenna gain limit (4W EIRP). Frequency hopping or direct sequence spread spectrum required above 0.5 W. US/Canada/Brazil/Australia primary.
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