Meshtastic Home/Desk Node - Heltec V3 (18650 Battery)

The Nomad Forge V3 Home Node is a desktop “base” Meshtastic node designed to stay ready on a shelf or desk and help extend local mesh coverage. It pairs with the Meshtastic app for messaging and configuration.

Key features

• Heltec V3 platform

• Desktop “home base” enclosure with Nomad Forge branding

• Runs on 18650 lithium-ion cells or usb c connection

• Antenna options for different setups (standard vs upgraded)

• Built and assembled in Canada (Okanagan)

Power 

• Designed for one 18650 cell

• Battery included only if you select a battery option at checkout 

• Use quality, undamaged cells only

Compatibility

• Works with the Meshtastic app (iOS / Android)

• LoRa mesh performance depends on terrain, antenna, placement, and local RF conditions

What’s included

• Fully assembled V3 Home Node in printed enclosure

• Antenna standard 2"

• Firmware flashed to stable Meshtastic (at time of build)

Safety & Liability 

Battery Safety (READ)

This product uses lithium-ion 18650 batteries. Mishandling can cause fire, injury, or property damage.

• Do not use damaged cells (torn wrap, dented, swollen, leaking, corroded).

• Do not carry loose cells with keys/coins/metal objects.

• Charge only with a proper charger on a non-flammable surface. Do not charge unattended.

• Keep away from heat, water, and direct sunlight. Do not puncture, crush, or modify cells.

Limitation of liability: Nomad Forge Supply is not responsible for damage or injury caused by improper battery selection, handling, charging, storage, modification, or misuse by the buyer/user.

Antenna warning

Install the antenna before powering on. Powering the radio without an antenna can damage the device.