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# GNSS GPS Location Module Quectel L76K (RAK12501)

**Type:** Product page · **SKU:** RW-110218 · **Brand:** [RAKwireless](https://core-electronics.com.au/brands/rakwireless-australia)
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Add precise satellite positioning to your WisBlock IoT projects with this compact WisBlock GPS/GNSS Module. Built on the Quectel L76K chipset, it provides multi-constellation support and ultra-low power consumption.

## Pricing

- **Price:** $14.30 (inc GST) — $13.00 AUD, exc GST

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## Description

A high-performance positioning peripheral designed to provide global satellite positioning and precision timing to the RAKwireless WisBlock ecosystem. Based on the Quectel L76K chipset, this compact module allows your projects to determine their geographic coordinates and synchronise with atomic clocks across multiple satellite constellations.

For makers building remote IoT nodes or off-grid mesh networks, obtaining a reliable GPS fix often comes at the cost of high power consumption or prohibitive hardware pricing. The RAK12501 solves this by offering a power-optimised, budget-friendly alternative to premium u-blox modules, ensuring your mobile trackers or Meshtastic nodes remain operational for longer on battery or solar power.

Engineered for seamless integration, this module features the standard WisBlock Plug-and-Play form factor, securing to your base board with a single screw for a more mechanically-resistant connection.

### Features

- **Achieve global coverage** by concurrently tracking GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, and QZSS, ensuring a faster "Time to First Fix" (TTFF) even in challenging urban or rural environments.
- **Maximise battery life** for remote deployments with an ultra-low backup current of just 7µA, allowing your device to stay in deep sleep for months while retaining critical satellite data for near-instant wake-up locks.
- **Deploy with confidence** using genuine OEM hardware designed specifically for the WisBlock ecosystem, eliminating the compatibility issues and fragile wiring associated with generic breakout boards.
- **Simplify your firmware** using the industry-standard NMEA 0183 protocol via UART, making it easy to parse location data in Arduino, MicroPython, or established platforms like Meshtastic.
- **Reduce project footprint** with a compact 10mm x 23mm design that fits into the smallest WisBlock enclosures without sacrificing signal sensitivity.
 
### Specifications

 | Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| **GNSS Chipset** | Quectel L76K |
| **Constellation Support** | GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS |
| **Horizontal Position Accuracy** | ±2.5 m |
| **Velocity Accuracy** | ±0.1 m/s |
| **Sensitivity (Tracking)** | -165 dBm |
| **Sensitivity (Acquisition)** | -148 dBm |
| **Cold Start Time** | < 35 seconds |
| **Hot Start Time** | < 1 second |
| **Communication Interface** | UART (NMEA 0183) |
| **Operating Voltage** | 3.3 V (Nominal) |
| **Current Consumption (Active)** | 18 mA (Tracking) / 25 mA (Acquisition) |
| **Current Consumption (Backup)** | 7 µA |
| **Dimensions** | 10 mm x 23 mm |

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