ThinkNode M1 Meshtastic LoRa GPS Communicator 
 
At Teletronics, we supply this unit fully preconfigured for NZ MeshCore compatibility, allowing you to power on and begin using your mesh communication network immediately.
 
Built around the high-performance Nordic nRF52840 chipset and SX1262 LoRa transceiver, the ThinkNode M1 delivers reliable long-range off-grid communication, GPS tracking, and Bluetooth mobile control via the Meshtastic ecosystem.
Designed for New Zealand’s demanding outdoor and remote environments, this device is ideal for emergency preparedness, rural communication, 4WD convoys, hiking, farming, and civil defence mesh networks.
With integrated GNSS positioning, ultra-low power operation, ePaper display, and extended battery life, the ThinkNode M1 is a dependable solution for off-grid connectivity when cellular networks are unavailable or unreliable.
 
Teletronics NZ Advantage
✔ Preconfigured for NZ MeshCore by Teletronics
✔ Shipped from New Zealand stock (no overseas delay)
✔ Ready-to-use out of the box – no firmware flashing required
✔ Local support and NZ-based supply chain
✔ Optimised for immediate deployment in NZ mesh networks
 
 
Key Features
Preconfigured for NZ MeshCore compatibility (Teletronics setup)
In-stock in New Zealand — fast local shipping
Long-range LoRa mesh communication (Meshtastic compatible)
Nordic nRF52840 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 processor
SX1262 LoRa transceiver for reliable long-distance connectivity
Built-in GPS / GLONASS / BeiDou / QZSS GNSS module
Compatible with Meshtastic mobile app (iOS & Android)
1.54” ePaper display for ultra-low power status monitoring
Bluetooth 5 Low Energy smartphone connectivity
1200mAh rechargeable battery (48+ hours runtime)
Ultra-low power consumption for extended field use
External SMA antenna support (868/915MHz variants)
Rugged compact ABS housing designed for outdoor use
 
 
Applications in New Zealand
NZ MeshCore community networks
Emergency preparedness & civil defence communication
Rural farming & remote station operations
Hiking, tramping & backcountry navigation
4WD convoy & expedition communication
Remote infrastructure monitoring
Off-grid IoT and mesh networking projects
 
Specifications
 
Processor
Nordic nRF52840
64MHz ARM Cortex-M4 with FPU
256KB RAM / 3MB Flash
 
Wireless
LoRa SX1262 transceiver
Bluetooth 5 BLE
Mesh networking via Meshtastic protocol
 
GNSS
GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, QZSS
 
Display
1.54” E-Ink (200 × 200 resolution)
SSD1681 driver IC
 
Power
1200mAh lithium battery
USB-C charging (5V/1A)
48+ hour runtime typical usage
Ultra-low standby: ~5.6µA
 
Hardware
USB-C interface
SMA external antenna connector
Buttons, rotary knob, toggle switch
Built-in buzzer
 
Build
ABS rugged enclosure
82 × 51.6 × 26.3 mm
81g (with case)
-10°C to 50°C operating temperature
 
In the Box
1 × ThinkNode M1 (NZ MeshCore preconfigured by Teletronics)
1 × USB-C charging cable
1 × LoRa antenna
1 × User manual