Formada3D Outdoor LoRa mesh node case with solar lid and pole bracket
A sealed-style outdoor case for a LoRa mesh node, for example one running Meshtastic-compatible firmware. The snap-in cradle fits the Heltec WiFi LoRa 32 (V3) board, there is a bay for a single 18650 cell holder, an SMA bulkhead port for the antenna and a PG7 gland port for a solar or sensor cable. The lid frame holds a small solar panel up to 80 x 55 mm, and the bracket fits a 20-50 mm pole or a wall. Available to order after fit check.
From A$32 for the box + lid. Printed to order in Melbourne and shipped Australia-wide; we confirm the final price and lead time before anything is printed.
On the quote page choose Request a quote (no file needed) and name this part and the option you want.
Order status. Available to order after fit check: we are confirming the board-edge fit on a test print before we take orders.
What does it look like in use?
Renders are computer images of our own design, made from the same model we print. Photos of real prints will be added after the first production run.
Specifications: material, size and what it fits
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | ASA, black (UV-resistant) |
| Size | Box 99.3 x 79.3 x 32.4 mm. Lid 7.5 mm (3.5 mm plate + 4 mm panel frame). Bracket 100 x 80 x 23 mm |
| Fits | Heltec WiFi LoRa 32 (V3) board in a snap-in cradle; single 18650 cell holder; solar panel up to 80 x 55 x 3 mm (frame set to your panel on request) |
| Ports | SMA bulkhead (6.5 mm hole) for an antenna pigtail; PG7 cable gland port |
| Mounting | V-block bracket for 20-50 mm poles with zip ties or hose clamps, or wall keyholes for screws with heads up to 8 mm |
| Seal | Face O-ring, AS568 -043. Designed for an O-ring face seal; IP rating not tested |
| Hardware | Not included: 8 x M3 heat-set inserts, 4 + 4 M3 countersunk screws (x 10 lid, x 12 bracket), O-ring, PG7 gland, SMA pigtail, 18650 holder. Electronics, battery, panel and antenna are not included |
| Good to know | No USB access with the lid on (program it with the lid off). The board's display is not visible through the sealed lid |
Heltec and Meshtastic are trademarks of their owners. This case is an independent accessory, not affiliated with or endorsed by them.
How much does it cost?
Guide prices for printed parts, in Australian dollars. Shipping is extra; we confirm the final price, including any business minimum, before printing. Bulk and custom sizes are quoted per job.
| Option | From |
|---|---|
| Box + solar lid (after fit check) | A$32 |
| 3-part set: box + solar lid + pole/wall bracket (after fit check) | A$45 |
Who it's for
Community mesh groups and hobbyists running LoRa mesh networks, and off-grid or farm telemetry makers.
Safety & use
Installation & use. Designed for the uses described on this page only. Fixings are not included: use the sizes listed, check they are tight before use, and check the parts regularly for wear or damage. Not for safety-critical or overhead load-bearing use. Damage caused by misuse, modification or overloading is not covered.
Electronics. This is a plastic enclosure with no electrical function. Boards, batteries, panels, cables and antennas are your own: fit and use them to their makers' instructions. Lithium cells must be fitted, charged and protected to their maker's instructions.
Sealing. Designed for an O-ring face seal; not tested to an IP rating.
This doesn't affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
Common questions
Which board does the case fit?
The snap-in cradle fits the Heltec WiFi LoRa 32 (V3) board. The case is available to order after fit check, while we confirm the board-edge fit on a test print.
Does it come with the solar panel or electronics?
No. The price is for the printed parts only. Board, battery, 18650 holder, solar panel, charge board, antenna, O-ring, gland and screws are not included.
What size solar panel fits the lid?
The standard frame takes a panel up to 80 x 55 x 3 mm with 0.5 mm clearance. Tell us your panel size and we set the frame to it.
How does it mount?
The bracket screws to inserts under the case. It has two V-blocks for a 20-50 mm pole with zip ties or hose clamps, and keyholes for a wall.
Is it waterproof?
It is designed for an O-ring face seal with gland and bulkhead ports, but it has not been tested to an IP rating, so we do not claim one.
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Last updated 11 October 2026.