RAK19713 Mini PCIe Module for LoRa®

What Is RAK19713 Mini PCIe Module for LoRa?

RAK19713 is a host-controlled LoRaWAN/LoRa P2P expansion module in a Mini PCIe form factor for Linux gateways, Raspberry Pi CM4 carrier boards, industrial PCs, and other hosts with a Mini PCIe slot. It adds one long-range sub-GHz radio link through USB or UART using RUI3 AT commands. It is not a gateway concentrator card for building full multi-channel gateways. The Mini PCIe format matters because it lets existing platforms add LoRaWAN without redesigning the main board.

Built on RAK4630, RAK19713 combines nRF52840 + SX1262 for host-controlled long-range connectivity. It supports common integration paths, includes BLE 5.0 + LoRa in one module, and uses a temperature-compensated crystal oscillator (TXCO) to help reduce frequency drift during long packets and temperature changes. Hardware support for 779–923 MHz also helps keep the same design usable across common ISM band deployments.

Key highlights include:

• One Mini PCIe expansion path for adding LoRaWAN or LoRa P2P to an existing host
• RUI3 AT command control over common host interfaces
• BLE 5.0 + LoRa in one module for provisioning and service workflows
• Region-ready hardware aligned to common LoRaWAN plans

Note:

1. When purchasing Blade Antenna, you need to use it with the IPEX TO RP-SMA Connector.
2. Our module’s hardware supports multiple LoRaWAN regions. As there is no difference in the hardware, we optimized the variants in our store to make it easier to select the correct module. Please note that the difference between the variants is only in the label on the module to reflect the different regional telecommunication certifications.

Who Is RAK19713 Designed For?

RAK19713 is built for teams that need to add long-range LoRaWAN or LoRa P2P connectivity through a standard Mini PCIe slot, without redesigning the host board.

• Industrial PC and gateway OEMs that want a compact Mini PCIe LoRa module for existing Linux-based platforms and edge systems.
• Raspberry Pi CM4 and carrier board developers that need a practical LoRa module for Raspberry Pi CM4 using a familiar expansion path.
• Embedded Linux teams that want host-controlled LoRaWAN through RUI3 AT commands over USB or UART, while keeping their current hardware architecture intact.

RAK19713 vs Mini PCIe Gateway Concentrator Cards for LoRaWAN 

RAK19713 is a LoRaWAN expansion module for adding one host-controlled LoRa/LoRaWAN link to a Linux device, CM4 carrier board, or industrial PC. Mini PCIe concentrator cards are different: they are gateway building blocks used to create full gateways for LoRaWAN. Choose RAK19713 to add LoRaWAN to a host product, not to build the gateway itself.

How to Add LoRaWAN to Linux, CM4, and Industrial PCs

RAK19713 is a host-controlled Mini PCIe module. Install it in the slot, connect the antenna, then control LoRaWAN or LoRa P2P from the host over USB or UART using RUI3 AT commands.

For most Linux-based hosts, USB is the easiest choice. For an MCU host, UART is typically the better fit for direct serial control.

Typical Architecture: Host + RAK19713

In a typical setup, the host device (Linux gateway, CM4 carrier board, or industrial PC) connects to RAK19713 over USB or UART. The module then provides the LoRaWAN or LoRa P2P radio link for long-range communication between the host system and the network.

Why You Need RAK19713 Mini PCIe Module for LoRa

For teams building on Linux hosts, CM4 carrier boards, or industrial PCs, long-range connectivity is easier to add when the platform already includes Mini PCIe. As a Mini PCIe LoRaWAN end-node module for Linux hosts, it helps avoid carrier board redesign, simplifies host-side integration, supports smoother regional rollout, and keeps provisioning and field service more straightforward.

Why it’s useful:

• No carrier board redesign
• Easier Linux and host integration
• Easier regional rollout
• Cleaner field service and provisioning

Key Features of RAK19713 Mini PCIe Module for LoRa

Use Case Examples for OEM and Industrial Integration

Use Case #1: Telemetry Add-On for an Industrial PC Fleet

An industrial integrator needs a longer-range wireless link for remote telemetry, but the existing industrial PC platform is already approved and deployed. Instead of redesigning the carrier board, the team uses the Mini PCIe slot to add LoRaWAN connectivity and controls the module from the host over UART or USB. This approach helps extend field connectivity while keeping the main hardware platform unchanged. This keeps the main hardware platform unchanged while making it a practical LoRa module for CM4 carrier boards and industrial PCs.

Use Case #2: Backup Link for Edge Gateways in Low-Coverage Areas

A gateway OEM needs a fallback communication path for sites where WiFi or cellular coverage is unreliable. By adding this module as a Mini PCIe LoRa/LoRaWAN expansion option, the host system can maintain a dedicated long-range sub-GHz link without adding a separate external radio design. This is useful for alerting, low-rate telemetry, and other applications where simple host-controlled long-range communication improves system resilience.

Comparison Table: RAK19713 vs Common Mini PCIe LoRa Options

Why Choose RAK19713 Mini PCIe Module for LoRa?

RAK19713 is a Mini PCIe LoRaWAN end-node module designed to add long-range LoRa or LoRaWAN connectivity to Linux gateways, Raspberry Pi CM4 carrier boards, and industrial PCs. It uses the RAK4630 platform with nRF52840, SX1262, BLE 5.0, and RUI3 AT commands, so host systems can integrate wireless connectivity through familiar USB, UART, and GPIO control paths.

Unlike Mini PCIe LoRaWAN concentrator cards used to build gateways, RAK19713 is designed for host expansion and OEM product integration where adding a single long-range radio link is the goal.

What’s in the Box

With PCB Antenna Variant:

• 1 pc Mini PCIe Module for LoRa RAK19713
• 1 pc PCB Antenna for LoRa
• 1 pc WiFi/BLE PCB antenna
• 1 set Screw

With External Antenna Variant:

• 1 pc Mini PCIe Module for LoRa RAK19713
• 1 pc LoRa Antenna
• 1 pc WiFi/BLE PCB antenna
• 1 pc MHF1 to SMA cable for LoRa antenna
• 1 set Screw

How to Get Started with RAK19713 Mini PCIe Module for LoRa

• Overview for RAK19713 Mini PCIe Module for LoRa®
• Quick Start Guide for RAK19713 Mini PCIe Module for LoRa®
• Firmware and Flashing for RAK19713 Mini PCIe Module for LoRa®
• Datasheet for RAK19713 Mini PCIe Module for LoRa®