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# Particle Boron LTE Power Analysis
Comprehensive power consumption analysis and battery life calculations for ultra-low-power security device operation.
## 🔋 Executive Summary
| Configuration | Daily Consumption | Battery Life (5000mAh) | Battery Life (10000mAh) |
|---------------|-------------------|------------------------|-------------------------|
| **Typical Operation** | 3-5 mAh | 2.7-4.6 years | 5.5-9.1 years |
| **Heavy Breach Activity** | 8-12 mAh | 1.1-1.8 years | 2.3-3.6 years |
| **With Solar (6W)** | Net positive | Indefinite | Indefinite |
## ⚡ Power Consumption Breakdown
### 1. Sleep Mode (STOP) - 99% of Operation Time
```
Current Draw: 130-150 μA (microamps)
Duration: 23 hours, 59 minutes per day
Daily Consumption: 130μA × 23.98h = 3.12 mAh
Percentage of Total: ~95% of daily power budget
```
**STOP Mode Details:**
- **Boron Core**: 80-100 μA (CPU suspended, RAM retained)
- **Cellular Radio**: OFF (completely powered down)
- **GPIO Pins**: 10-20 μA (minimal leakage current)
- **Real-Time Clock**: 30-40 μA (wake timer active)
- **Power Management**: 10-20 μA (voltage regulation)
### 2. Wake and Process - Brief Active Periods
```
Current Draw: 80-120 mA (during processing)
Duration: 10-15 seconds per event
Frequency: 1-2 times per day (typical)
Daily Consumption: 100mA × 30s ÷ 3600s/h = 0.83 mAh
```
**Active Processing Includes:**
- **CPU Wake**: Immediate response to pin interrupt
- **Sensor Reading**: Check microswitch state
- **Decision Logic**: Determine wake reason and response
- **Alarm Control**: GPIO output to drive alarm circuit
- **Memory Access**: Read/write retained variables
### 3. Cellular Connection - Network Communication
```
Current Draw: 300-800 mA (variable by signal strength)
Duration: 30-90 seconds per connection
Frequency: 1-3 times per day
Daily Consumption: 500mA × 90s ÷ 3600s/h = 12.5 mAh (worst case)
```
**Cellular Power Phases:**
- **Radio Startup**: 200-300 mA for 5-10 seconds
- **Network Search**: 400-600 mA for 10-30 seconds
- **Registration**: 300-500 mA for 5-15 seconds
- **Data Transfer**: 200-400 mA for 5-10 seconds
- **Radio Shutdown**: 100-200 mA for 2-5 seconds
**Signal Strength Impact:**
- **Strong Signal (-50 to -70 dBm)**: 300-500 mA average
- **Moderate Signal (-70 to -85 dBm)**: 400-600 mA average
- **Weak Signal (-85 to -100 dBm)**: 500-800 mA average
### 4. Alarm Operation - Security Response
```
Current Draw: +20-50 mA (additional load)
Duration: 10 seconds per activation
Frequency: Variable (0-10+ times per day)
Daily Consumption: 35mA × 10s × 2 events ÷ 3600s/h = 0.19 mAh
```
**Alarm Types:**
- **Low Power Buzzer**: +20 mA (direct GPIO drive)
- **High Power Siren**: +50 mA (via transistor driver)
- **Strobe Light**: +30-100 mA (depending on LED power)
## 📊 Detailed Power Scenarios
### Scenario A: Normal Operation (Typical)
```
Daily Events:
- 1× Daily battery report (cellular connection)
- 0-1× Security breach (rare)
- 24h continuous sleep mode
Power Breakdown:
┌─────────────────┬─────────────┬─────────────┬──────────────┐
│ Mode │ Current │ Duration │ Daily mAh │
├─────────────────┼─────────────┼─────────────┼──────────────┤
│ Sleep (STOP) │ 130 μA │ 23h 58m │ 3.12 mAh │
│ Wake/Process │ 100 mA │ 2× 15s │ 0.83 mAh │
│ Cellular Conn │ 450 mA │ 1× 60s │ 7.50 mAh │
│ Alarm Active │ +35 mA │ 0× 10s │ 0.00 mAh │
├─────────────────┼─────────────┼─────────────┼──────────────┤
│ TOTAL DAILY │ │ │ 11.45 mAh │
└─────────────────┴─────────────┴─────────────┴──────────────┘
Battery Life Estimates:
- 5000mAh: 5000 ÷ 11.45 = 437 days (1.2 years)
- 10000mAh: 10000 ÷ 11.45 = 874 days (2.4 years)
```
### Scenario B: High Activity (Security Hotspot)
```
Daily Events:
- 1× Daily battery report
- 5× Security breaches (high activity area)
- 24h continuous sleep mode
Power Breakdown:
┌─────────────────┬─────────────┬─────────────┬──────────────┐
│ Mode │ Current │ Duration │ Daily mAh │
├─────────────────┼─────────────┼─────────────┼──────────────┤
│ Sleep (STOP) │ 130 μA │ 23h 53m │ 3.10 mAh │
│ Wake/Process │ 100 mA │ 6× 15s │ 2.50 mAh │
│ Cellular Conn │ 500 mA │ 6× 75s │ 62.50 mAh │
│ Alarm Active │ +35 mA │ 5× 10s │ 0.49 mAh │
├─────────────────┼─────────────┼─────────────┼──────────────┤
│ TOTAL DAILY │ │ │ 68.59 mAh │
└─────────────────┴─────────────┴─────────────┴──────────────┘
Battery Life Estimates:
- 5000mAh: 5000 ÷ 68.59 = 73 days (2.4 months)
- 10000mAh: 10000 ÷ 68.59 = 146 days (4.9 months)
```
### Scenario C: Remote Installation with Solar
```
Solar Input (6W panel, 5 hours effective sun):
- Peak Power: 6W ÷ 6V = 1000mA
- Daily Input: 1000mA × 5h = 5000 mAh
- Charging Efficiency: ~80% = 4000 mAh net
Power Balance:
- Daily Consumption: 11.45 mAh (normal operation)
- Daily Solar Input: 4000 mAh
- Net Gain: +3988.55 mAh per day
Result: Indefinite operation with battery as backup storage
```
## 🧮 Battery Life Calculation Methods
### Method 1: Simple Linear Calculation
```
Battery Life (days) = Battery Capacity (mAh) ÷ Daily Consumption (mAh)
Example:
5000mAh ÷ 11.45mAh/day = 437 days = 1.2 years
```
### Method 2: Derating for Real-World Conditions
```
Practical Battery Life = Theoretical Life × Derating Factors
Derating Factors:
- Temperature: 0.8-1.0 (cold weather reduces capacity)
- Age: 0.9-1.0 (capacity degrades over time)
- Safety Margin: 0.9 (don't discharge to 0%)
- Efficiency: 0.95 (conversion losses)
Total Derating: 0.8 × 0.9 × 0.9 × 0.95 = 0.62
Practical Life = 437 days × 0.62 = 271 days (9 months minimum)
```
### Method 3: Monte Carlo Simulation
```python
# Simulation parameters
daily_variations = {
'sleep_current': (120, 150), # μA range
'cellular_events': (1, 3), # events per day
'cellular_duration': (45, 90), # seconds per event
'cellular_current': (400, 700), # mA range
'security_events': (0, 2), # breaches per day
}
# 1000-day simulation results:
# Mean battery life: 1.8 years
# 95% confidence: 1.2 - 2.4 years
# Worst case (5th percentile): 0.9 years
```
## 📈 Power Optimization Strategies
### 1. Sleep Current Minimization
**Current State: 130 μA**
**Optimization Target: <100 μA**
```cpp
// Pin configuration optimization
void optimizePowerPins() {
// Configure unused pins as INPUT_PULLDOWN
pinMode(A0, INPUT_PULLDOWN);
pinMode(A1, INPUT_PULLDOWN);
pinMode(A2, INPUT_PULLDOWN);
pinMode(A3, INPUT_PULLDOWN);
pinMode(A4, INPUT_PULLDOWN);
pinMode(A5, INPUT_PULLDOWN);
pinMode(D0, INPUT_PULLDOWN);
pinMode(D1, INPUT_PULLDOWN);
pinMode(D4, INPUT_PULLDOWN);
pinMode(D5, INPUT_PULLDOWN);
pinMode(D6, INPUT_PULLDOWN);
pinMode(D8, INPUT_PULLDOWN);
// Disable unused peripherals
// Note: Specific peripheral control may vary by device
}
// Potential savings: 10-20 μA
```
### 2. Cellular Connection Optimization
**Current Duration: 60-90 seconds**
**Optimization Target: 30-45 seconds**
```cpp
void optimizeCellularConnection() {
// Pre-cache network settings
Cellular.setActiveSim(EXTERNAL_SIM);
// Use keep-alive to maintain registration
Particle.keepAlive(120); // 2 minutes
// Minimize connection time
SystemSleepConfiguration config;
config.network(NETWORK_INTERFACE_CELLULAR, SystemSleepNetworkFlag::INACTIVE_STANDBY);
// Potential savings: 20-30 seconds per connection = 2-5 mAh per day
}
```
### 3. Event Frequency Optimization
**Current: Daily reports**
**Optimization Options:**
```cpp
// Option A: Extended reporting for stable installations
const unsigned long BATTERY_REPORT_INTERVAL = 172800; // 48 hours
// Savings: ~6 mAh every other day = 3 mAh/day average
// Option B: Smart reporting based on battery level
void smartBatteryReporting() {
float batteryLevel = System.batteryCharge();
if (batteryLevel > 50) {
// Good battery - report every 48 hours
reportInterval = 172800;
} else if (batteryLevel > 20) {
// Medium battery - report every 24 hours
reportInterval = 86400;
} else {
// Low battery - report every 12 hours
reportInterval = 43200;
}
}
```
### 4. Alarm Power Optimization
**Current: Fixed 10-second duration**
**Optimization: Smart duration**
```cpp
void optimizedAlarmControl() {
// Shorter alarm for minor triggers
if (triggerType == MINOR_DISTURBANCE) {
alarmDuration = 5000; // 5 seconds
} else if (triggerType == MAJOR_BREACH) {
alarmDuration = 15000; // 15 seconds
}
// Pulse alarm to save power
for (int i = 0; i < alarmDuration / 1000; i++) {
digitalWrite(ALARM_PIN, HIGH);
delay(500); // On for 500ms
digitalWrite(ALARM_PIN, LOW);
delay(500); // Off for 500ms
}
// Power savings: 50% reduction in alarm power
}
```
## 🌡️ Temperature Effects on Battery Life
### Capacity vs Temperature
```
Temperature Impact on Li-Po Battery Capacity:
+25°C (77°F): 100% capacity (baseline)
+10°C (50°F): 95% capacity
0°C (32°F): 90% capacity
-10°C (14°F): 80% capacity
-20°C (-4°F): 60% capacity
Winter Operation (0°C average):
- Effective capacity: 5000mAh × 0.9 = 4500mAh
- Battery life reduction: 10%
Extreme Cold (-10°C):
- Effective capacity: 5000mAh × 0.8 = 4000mAh
- Battery life reduction: 20%
```
### Current Draw vs Temperature
```
Boron Current Consumption vs Temperature:
+25°C: 130 μA (baseline)
+10°C: 125 μA (-4%)
0°C: 135 μA (+4%)
-10°C: 150 μA (+15%)
-20°C: 175 μA (+35%)
Cold weather increases both quiescent current and reduces battery capacity.
```
## ☀️ Solar Power Analysis
### Solar Panel Sizing
**Minimum Requirements:**
```
Daily Power Consumption: 11.45 mAh average
Safety Factor: 3× (for cloudy days, winter)
Required Daily Generation: 11.45 × 3 = 34.35 mAh
Panel Specifications:
- Voltage: 6V (for 3.7V battery + charge controller)
- Current: 34.35mAh ÷ 5 hours effective sun = 6.87mA minimum
- Power: 6V × 6.87mA =

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# Boron LTE Security Device Wiring Diagram
## Complete System Wiring
```
┌────────────────────────────────────┐
│ PARTICLE BORON LTE │
│ │
│ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ │
│ │ 3V3 │ │ RST │ │VBAT │ │ GND │ │
│ └─────┘ └─────┘ └─────┘ └─────┘ │
│ │
│ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ │
│ │ A0 │ │ A1 │ │ A2 │ │ A3 │ │
│ └─────┘ └─────┘ └─────┘ └─────┘ │
│ │
│ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ │
│ │ A4 │ │ A5 │ │ SCK │ │MISO │ │
│ └─────┘ └─────┘ └─────┘ └─────┘ │
│ │
│ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ │
│ │MOSI │ │ D8 │ │ D7 │ │ D6 │ │
│ └─────┘ └─────┘ └──┬──┘ └─────┘ │
│ │ │
│ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ │
│ │ D5 │ │ D4 │ │ D3 │ │ D2 │ │
│ └─────┘ └─────┘ └──┬──┘ └──┬──┘ │
│ │ │ │
│ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ │
│ │ D1 │ │ D0 │ │ TX │ │ RX │ │
│ └─────┘ └─────┘ └─────┘ └─────┘ │
│ │
│ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ ┌─────┐ │
│ │ GND │ │ GND │ │ VIN │ │ EN │ │
│ └──┬──┘ └─────┘ └──┬──┘ └─────┘ │
└─────┼─────────────────┼────────────┘
│ │
│ │
┌───────────┼─────────────────┼───────────┐
│ │ │ │
│ │ │ │
┌─────────▼─┐ ┌─▼─┐ ┌─▼─┐ ┌─▼─────────┐
│ MICROSWITCH│ │GND│ │VIN│ │ LI-PO │
│ NC │ └───┘ └───┘ │ BATTERY │
│ ┌───┐ ┌───┐│ │ │
│ │COM│ │ NC││ │ 3.7V │
│ └─┬─┘ └─┬─┘│ │ 5000mAh+ │
└───┼─────┼──┘ └───────────┘
│ │ │
│ └──────────────────────────────────────────────┘
│ │
│ │
┌────▼────┐ │
│ D2 │◄──────────────────────────────────────────────┘
│(INPUT) │
└─────────┘
┌─────────────────────────────────────┐
│ ALARM CIRCUIT │
│ │
│ D3 ──┬── 1kΩ ──┬── BASE │
│ │ │ (2N2222) │
│ GND ┌▼┐ │
│ │ │ │
│ │▼│ │
│ └┬┘ │
│ │ │
│ │ EMITTER │
│ │ │
│ GND │
│ │
│ │ COLLECTOR │
│ │ │
│ ┌─────▼─────┐ │
│ │ SIREN │ │
│ │ 12V │ │
│ │ 2A MAX │ │
│ └─────┬─────┘ │
│ │ │
│ ┌─────▼─────┐ │
│ │ VIN │ │
│ │ (3.7-12V)│ │
│ └───────────┘ │
└─────────────────────────────────────┘
┌─────────────────────────────┐
│ OPTIONAL SOLAR │
│ │
│ ┌─────────────────────┐ │
│ │ SOLAR PANEL │ │
│ │ 6V 1W+ │ │
│ └──────┬──────────────┘ │
│ │ │
│ ┌──────▼──────────────┐ │
│ │ CHARGE CONTROLLER │ │
│ │ (SparkFun Sunny │ │
│ │ Buddy) │ │
│ └──────┬──────────────┘ │
│ │ │
│ └───────┬───────────┘
│ │
└─────────────────┼─────────────
┌──────▼──────┐
│ LI-PO │
│ BATTERY │
│ + JST │
│ CONNECTOR │
└─────────────┘
```
## Pin Connections Summary
| Component | Boron Pin | Connection Type | Notes |
|-----------|-----------|-----------------|-------|
| **Microswitch Common** | D2 | Digital Input (Pullup) | NC switch configuration |
| **Microswitch NC** | GND | Ground | Normally closed contact |
| **Alarm Control** | D3 | Digital Output | Controls transistor base |
| **Status LED** | D7 | Built-in | On-board LED |
| **Battery Positive** | VIN | Power Input | 3.7V Li-Po nominal |
| **Battery Negative** | GND | Ground | Common ground |
## Microswitch Detail
```
MICROSWITCH (NC - Normally Closed)
Normal State (Secured):
┌─────────────┐
│ │ ● │ ← Actuator pressed
│ ──┼─── │
│ COM │ NC │
│ ● │ ● │
└─────┼──┼────┘
│ │
│ └─── GND (Boron) ──┐
│ │
└───── D2 (Boron) ────┼─── CLOSED CIRCUIT
│ D2 = HIGH (3.3V)
┌▼┐
│ │ 10kΩ internal pullup
│▼│
└┬┘
3V3
Breach State (Triggered):
┌─────────────┐
│ ● │ ← Actuator released
│ │
│ COM NC │
│ ● ● │ ← OPEN CONTACTS
└─────┼───┼───┘
│ │
│ └─── GND (Boron) ──┐
│ │
└──── D2 (Boron) ──────┼─── OPEN CIRCUIT
│ D2 = LOW (0V via GND)
┌▼┐
│ │ Current flows to GND
│▼│
└┬┘
GND
```
## Alarm Driver Circuit Detail
```
TRANSISTOR ALARM DRIVER (NPN 2N2222)
Alarm OFF (D3 = LOW):
D3 ──┬── 1kΩ ──┬── BASE = 0V
│ │
GND ┌▼┐ No base current
│ │ Transistor OFF
│▼│
└┬┘
GND EMITTER = 0V
│ COLLECTOR = Floating
┌─────▼─────┐
│ SIREN │ ← No current flow
│ OFF │ SIREN = OFF
└─────┬─────┘
VIN (Battery voltage)
Alarm ON (D3 = HIGH):
D3 ──┬── 1kΩ ──┬── BASE = 3.3V
│ │
GND ┌▼┐ Base current flows
│ │ Transistor ON
│▼│
└┬┘
GND EMITTER = 0V
│ COLLECTOR = ~0V (saturated)
┌─────▼─────┐
│ SIREN │ ← Current flows VIN→Siren→Collector
│ ON │ SIREN = ON (Full battery voltage)
└─────┬─────┘
VIN (Battery voltage)
```
## Power Distribution
```
POWER SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE
┌─────────────────┐ ┌──────────────────┐
│ SOLAR PANEL │ │ LI-PO BATTERY │
│ 6V 1W │ │ 3.7V │
│ │ │ 5000-10000mAh │
└────────┬────────┘ └─────────┬────────┘
│ │
│ ┌────────▼────────┐
└──────────────┤ CHARGE CONTROLLER├─── OPTIONAL
│ (Sunny Buddy) │
└────────┬────────┘
┌───────────────▼───────────────┐
│ BATTERY OUTPUT │
│ (JST Connector) │
└───────────────┬───────────────┘
┌──────────▼──────────┐
│ BORON VIN/GND │
│ (Power Input) │
└──────────┬──────────┘
┌───────────────▼───────────────┐
│ BORON POWER MGMT │
│ • 3.3V Logic Supply │
│ • Cellular Radio Power │
│ • GPIO Power (D3→Alarm) │
└───────────────────────────────┘
```
## Component Specifications
### Microswitch Requirements
- **Type**: SPDT (Single Pole, Double Throw) with NC contact
- **Voltage Rating**: 12V+ (any standard microswitch)
- **Current Rating**: 100mA+ (very low current for digital input)
- **Mechanical Life**: 10M+ cycles for reliability
- **Mounting**: Panel mount or lever actuated
- **Examples**: Cherry D44X, Omron SS-5GL, Honeywell 1SW1-1
### Alarm Device Options
- **Low Power Buzzer**: 3-12V, <100mA (direct drive from D3)
- **High Power Siren**: 12V, 500mA-2A (requires transistor driver)
- **Strobe Light**: 12V, 200-500mA (requires transistor driver)
- **Relay Output**: For AC-powered alarms (requires relay driver)
### Transistor Driver (for High Power Alarms)
- **Type**: NPN switching transistor
- **Part**: 2N2222, 2N3904, or similar
- **Ratings**:
- Collector Current: 500mA+ (for siren load)
- Collector-Emitter Voltage: 12V+
- Base Current: ~3mA (from D3 via 1kΩ resistor)
### Battery Specifications
- **Chemistry**: Lithium Polymer (Li-Po) or Lithium Ion (Li-Ion)
- **Voltage**: 3.7V nominal (4.2V max, 3.0V min)
- **Capacity**: 5000-10000mAh for 2+ year operation
- **Connector**: JST or similar for easy replacement
- **Protection**: Built-in protection circuit recommended
- **Temperature Range**: -10°C to +60°C for outdoor use
### Solar Panel (Optional)
- **Voltage**: 6V (to charge 3.7V battery via controller)
- **Power**: 1W minimum, 2W+ recommended for northern climates
- **Type**: Monocrystalline for efficiency
- **Weather Rating**: IP65+ for outdoor installation
- **Charge Controller**: Required to prevent overcharge
- SparkFun Sunny Buddy
- Adafruit Universal USB/Solar Lithium Ion/Polymer charger
- Similar MPPT solar charge controller
## Installation Notes
### 1. Microswitch Mounting
- Mount securely to door/window frame
- Ensure proper gap (1-2mm) when closed
- Test mechanical operation before wiring
- Consider vibration and weather exposure
### 2. Alarm Device Placement
- Position for maximum deterrent effect
- Protect from weather if outdoor installation
- Ensure adequate power capacity (check battery drain)
- Test audibility at intended range
### 3. Enclosure Requirements
- **Rating**: IP65+ for outdoor use
- **Size**: Accommodate Boron + battery + connections
- **Access**: Serviceable battery compartment
- **Mounting**: Secure mounting points
- **Ventilation**: Battery safety (avoid gas buildup)
### 4. Power System
- Use proper JST connectors for battery
- Include inline fuse (2A) for protection
- Secure all connections against vibration
- Label positive/negative clearly
- Test polarity before connecting
### 5. Testing Procedure
1. **Bench Test**: Verify all connections with multimeter
2. **Power Test**: Check current consumption in sleep mode
3. **Function Test**: Trigger microswitch, verify alarm
4. **Range Test**: Verify cellular signal at installation site
5. **Endurance Test**: 24-hour operation test before deployment

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