Wireless LAN Rugged Ethernet Port Adapter RWE241i (5GHz)
Downloads
Visit the RWE231i product support page for software downloads and technical documentation.
Key features
The connectBlue Wireless LAN Rugged Ethernet Port Adapter RWE241i is especially well-suited for mobile, rotating and temporary installations where there is a need for replacing the Ethernet cable with a robust and maintenance-free wireless connection, or to connect to an Wireless LAN infrastructure. The device supports 802.11an for best connectivity and throughput using the 5GHz band. Further, the product is called “Intelligent antenna™” thanks to the ease of use and cost efficiency of the installation and configuration. The Wireless Ethernet Port Adapter is part of the connectBlue product range of Wireless Products in industrial housings and a version with 2.4GHz Wireless LAN 802.11bgn and a version with Bluetooth also exists.
- Wireless LAN 802.11an technology (5GHz)
- Ethernet interface 10/100Base-T
- Built in antenna with an unique half globe radio coverage pattern making installation easy and cost efficient
- Easy configuration either via “button-push” method or via Web configuration pages
- Supports WEP64, WEP128, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, TKIP, CCMP (AES), LEAP, PEAP
- Radio type approved for Europe, US and Canada (R&TTE, FCC, IC)
- DHCP server and client
- Configurable to optimize for Profinet
- IP65-classed housing with integrated antenna
- Industrial temperature range -30 to +65ºC
- Small form factor, 91x66x36 mm
Technical data
Network Communication
Ethernet Interface: 10/100BASE-T with automatic MDI/MDIX cross-over
IP
TCP
UDP
LLDP
HTTP
ARP
DHCP Client / Server
DNS support
SNMP
User management and access control
Wireless LAN Support
IEEE802.11an specification
• Security: Supports WEP64, WEP128, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, TKIP, CCMP (AES), LEAP, PEAP
• Regulatory domain support
• Roaming sequence list
• Range: 200 m (approximate, line-of-sight)
Operational Modes
Managed / Infrastructure (BSS)
Unmanaged / Ad-hoc (IBSS)
Configuration
Simple, push the button method
Web based configuration
SNMP
AT commands for advanced setup
Profinet optimizations
External Input/Output
9-30 V I/O pin to trigger configurable event, e.g. roaming
Power
9-30 VDC
OEM*: 3.3 VDC
Housing
IP65 Classed plastic housing, easily accessed mounting holes
Dimensions
91x66x36.2mm
OEM*: 81x60x20mm
Possible use cases
Point-to-point Ethernet cable replacement (both in Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure mode)
Wireless LAN client adapter in an Infrastructure setup
Point-to-multipoint cable replacement (in progress)
Type Approval
R&TTE (Europe), FCC/CFR 47 part 15 unlicensed modular transmitter approval, IC (Industrie Canada)
Environmental
Operating temperature: -30 to +65°C
Storage temperature: -40 to +85°C
Certifications and Compliance
R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC:
• Effective use of frequency spectrum: EN 301 893 V1.5.1 (2008-12)
• EMC: EN 61000-6-2 (2005), EN 55022
• Safety Compliance: EN 50371 (2002) for the health requirements
Article numbers
cB−RWE241i−02−A: Rugged Wireless LAN 802.11an (5GHz) Ethernet Port Adapter 241i Complete Kit
Includes: cB-RWE241i-02 unit, 12VDC power adapter with M12 connector and EU/UK/US plug, Ethernet cable (1.8m) with RJ45 and M12 connector, quick start guide.
cB−RWE241i−02−0: Rugged Wireless LAN 802.11an (5GHz) Ethernet Port Adapter 241 with internal antenna. Bulk packaged without accessories.
*OEM version available upon request
