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Naacho
 
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ESP32-C6 802.11ax MESH

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Hello,
I am looking for a solar powered 802.11ax mesh node/repeater just to extend/provide IP connectivity to a large area based on the 802.11ax mesh capabilities.
Can the ESP32-C6 -with its 802.11ax connectivity- be selected and used for that?
Thanks,

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Re: ESP32-C6 802.11ax MESH

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We haven't used the ESP32-C6 for mesh applications, and as of early 2023 there's fairly little code support for it, so I can't make any promises about that. You'll have to try one and see what happens.

In terms of power, the ESP32 normally uses about 80mA. You'll need a solar array that can deliver significantly more than that to allow for less-than-optimal conditions, overnight power, and so on.

There's no technical problem with running an ESP32 from a LiPo connected to a solar charger, just the limits of storing and using power.

The BQ24074 Solar Charger would work for the charging side:

https://www.adafruit.com/product/4755

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Re: ESP32-C6 802.11ax MESH

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Thanks so much Mike.
I just received the following answer from Espressif Support:

"ESP32-C6 supports mesh capabilities(not for 802.11ax), but we have the limitation : we only support IEEE 802.11ax-compliant 20 MHz-only non-AP mode now. So if you want to use the mesh function, I'm afraid that you can only achieve it with 802.11b/g/n."

Hope that helps.
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Nacho

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