RAD 80211-XDB

Phoenix Contact introduces the new RAD-80211-XDB, a basic 802.11 Ethernet radio, complimenting the already existing wide range of wireless Ethernet products!

Features

Functions as an access point, client, or bridge
Supports data rates up to 54 Mbps on both 5 GHz (802.11a) and 2.4 GHz (802.11 b/g) frequency bands
Security features WEP, WPA, 802.11i (WPA2) 128-bit AES encryption and MAC address checking provide for a robust connection
SSID Broadcasting can be enabled or disabled
Rogue access point detection with e-mail notification
Receive antenna diversity to improve radio performance and reliability
100mW transmission power
DHCP server can be enabled or disabled
Programming and network diagnostics are accessed via embedded web server and IT-friendly SNMP; no additional software needed
UL/cUL Listed - Class 1 Zone 2

Applications

Video surveillance
Pipeline monitoring
Factory floor network
Perimeter security
Quality control
Homeland security
RFID (Active)
VoWiFi
Mobile computing

More information on RAD-80211-XDB

Topologies with Phoenix Contact Industrial 802.11 Radios

Access Point
This figure illustrates a radio being used as a stand-alone access point providing wireless devices access to a wired network.

Access Point to Client Topology
This figure illustrates three radios. One is configured as an access point and the other two as a clients.

Point-to-Multipoint Bridging Topology
This figure illustrates Point-to-Multipoint bridging of multiple Ethernet networks.

Repeater Topology
This figure illustrates three radios configured as bridges; two are connected to LAN networks, and the third simply acts as a repeater to extend the range.

More Industrial Wireless Options

Phoenix Contact also offers the 802.11 radio with integrated serial to TCP conversion, the RAD-80211-XD.

This Industrial Ethernet Radio with support for Access Point, Client, and Bridge/Repeater modes of operation, also includes the highest level of security 802.11i/WPA2.