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title: Shelly Lora Add-On Is The Ultimate Solution For Long-Range And Reliable Communication
date: 2026-07-22T08:42:42Z
modified: 2026-07-22T13:41:09Z
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Unlock up to 5 km of reliable communication with the Shelly LoRa Add-on. Designed for Shelly Gen3 and Gen4 devices, it redefines long-range connectivity, delivering secure performance in open spaces and dependable operation even in challenging environments.

Break barriers and extend control where other technologies can’t reach. This compact add-on is perfect for automating city infrastructure, managing remote facilities, or optimizing precision agriculture. It supports custom scripts, giving you the flexibility to tailor functionality for the specific use case.

Easy to set up and transformative in its impact. Available now for EU868, US915, BR915-928 regions, with support for AU915-928 coming soon.

## Main features

- Communicate up to 5 km with ease, thanks to the external antenna.
- Seamlessly integrates with Shelly Gen3 and Gen4 devices for extended communication.
- Built to perform even in obstructed or hard-to-reach areas.
- Built-in AES-CCM encryption with support for unicast, multicast, and broadcast addressing via the Shelly Protocol.
- Supports EU868, US915, and BR915-928 regions, with AU915-928 support coming soon.
- Supports custom scripts to address specific use cases.
- Supports low power mode for EU868, enabling continuous communication without duty cycle limitations.

## Use cases

- **Smart Street Lighting Automation**
    Automate streetlights with LoRa-enabled relays for real-time control and monitoring. Adjust lighting schedules based on traffic or weather, monitor energy consumption, and receive fault alerts to reduce maintenance downtime and costs.
- **Precision Agriculture and Remote Irrigation**
    Use LoRa-enabled relays to automate irrigation systems and lighting across remote fields. Control pumps, sprinklers, and lighting schedules based on soil moisture, weather data, and operational needs. Monitor environmental sensors and power consumption to optimize water usage, energy efficiency, and crop productivity without requiring on-site management.
- **Smart Parking Lot Lighting and Management**
    Deploy LoRa Add-ons on parking lot lights for automated schedules and dimming based on activity. Trigger lights with motion sensors to save energy during low usage and enhance safety. Integrate LoRa communication for fault detection and monitoring, ensuring timely repairs and efficient maintenance.
- **Warehouse Automation and Control**
    Automate warehouse lighting zones with dimming or switching to optimize energy usage and enhance visibility. Use LoRa-enabled relays for efficient energy monitoring and fault detection, ensuring seamless operation across large warehouse spaces.
- **Remote Facility Equipment Control** Use LoRa Add-ons to automate and monitor pumps, lighting, and power systems in remote facilities. Optimize energy consumption by controlling equipment schedules based on operational requirements and environmental conditions. Receive real-time alerts for power or equipment failures, ensuring efficient management and minimal manual intervention.

## Main applications

- Residential
- MDU (Multi Dwelling Units – apartments, condominiums, hotels, etc.)…
- Light commercial (small office buildings, small retail/restaurant/gas station, etc.)…
- Government/municipal
- University/college
- Farming

## Connectivity

- LoRa

## Add-on Interface

- Shelly proprietary serial interface to connect to a Shelly Gen3 and Gen4 devices

## Specifications



| Quantity | Value |
| --- | --- |
| **Physical** |  |
| Size (HxWxD): | 40x42x11 mm / 1.58×1.66×0.44 inch |
| Weight: | 10 g / 0.4 oz |
| Mounting: | Via the Shelly proprietary serial interface to connect to a Shelly compatible device |
| Shell material: | Plastic |
| Shell color: | Black |
| **Environmental** |  |
| Ambient working temperature: | -20 °C to 40 °C / -5 °F to 105 °F |
| Max. altitude: | 2000 m / 6562 ft |
| **Electrical** |  |
| Power supply: | 3.3 V (from compatible Shelly device) |
| Power consumption: | < 150 mW |
| **Compatible devices:** | Shelly Gen3 Devices: Shelly 1 Gen3 Shelly 1PM Gen3 Shelly 2PM Gen3 Shelly DALI Dimmer Gen3 Shelly Dimmer 0/1-10V PM Gen3 Shelly EM Gen3 Shelly Shutter Shelly Gen4 Devices: Shelly 1 Gen4 Shelly 1PM Gen4 Shelly 2PM Gen4 Shelly Dimmer 0/1-10V PM Gen4 Shelly EM Gen4 |
| **Radio** |  |
| **LoRa** |  |
| RF band: | BR915-928 EU868 US915 AU915-928 (coming soon) |
| Max. RF power: | < 14 dBm |
| Range: | Up to 5 000 m / 16 400 ft (Depends on local conditions) |