Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
A quick look at the Elecrow ThinkNode M6, a compact solar-powered Meshtastic node built for easy off-grid deployment. In this video, I go over the hardware, key features, and what makes it a practical option for simple mesh coverage in the field.
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A quick look at the Elecrow ThinkNode M6, a compact solar-powered Meshtastic node built for easy off-grid deployment. In this video, I go over the hardware, key features, and what makes it a practical option for simple mesh coverage in the field.
Elecrow Thinknode M6: tidd.ly/4tdVRJu
Elecrow Thinknode M5 (new M1): tidd.ly/3R4p105
Gil's post-apocalyptic novel: amazon.com/dp/B0FXH75VYT
Buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/gilgsn
Help this channel: patreon.com/radioprepper
Shop for radios: radioddity.refr.cc/gilgruson
Shirts and mugs: teespring.com/stores/radio-preppers
Rhino Rescue 15% off: rhinorescuestore.com/RADIOPREPPER coupon RADIOPREPPER
Get a uSDX (Approved by DL2MAN): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DmWI00h
Retevis speaker microphone for (tr)uSDX: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oCF4RoO
My best audio gear: thomann.de/intl/thlpg_se90ejcdxs.html
Liitokala LiFePo4 battery cells: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_opno9L4
BMS 4S for LifePO4 cells: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_okivhQf
Meshtastic Heltec Mesh-Pocket: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oBOv2OA
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