- October 15, 2012
- Moxa Technologies Inc
October 15, 2012 - Moxa released AWK-1121 and AWK-1127 series of dedicated IEEE 802.11 a/b/g WLAN clients, which have been optimized for industrial automation applications.
The wireless clients deliver a high level of reliability and availability for wireless communication, thanks to their Turbo Roaming technology, redundant power inputs, and support for -40 to 75°C operating temperatures (in select models). Because of their compact design and sturdy, IP30-rated housing, the AWK-1121 and AWK-1127 are seen as a better fit than combo AP/bridge/client solutions for applications where space is at a premium and performance cannot be compromised.
The AWK-1121 and AWK-1127 have been designed from the ground up to stand up to harsh industrial environments, with standard models supporting operation in temperatures from 0 to 60°C and extended temperature models supporting operation -40° up to 75°C. DIN-rail and wall mounting are both supported, and the units feature dual 12 to 48 VDC power inputs, PoE support (in select models), and an IP30 case with LED indicators.
An additional RS-232/422/485 connection is possible on the AWK-1127, which features a built-in serial port. The eliminates the need for a separate wireless device server for applications where both a serial and an Ethernet device need to be connected to a Wi-Fi network.
The AWK-1121 and AWK-1127 support client-based Turbo Roaming for fast wireless handoffs. At that speed, connectivity gaps are effectively eliminated for latency-sensitive wireless roaming applications, such as automatic guided vehicles (AGV) in factory automation systems.
Product Features
- IEEE 802.11a/b/g compliant WLAN client
- Client-based Turbo Roaming for fast wireless handoffs
- -40 to 75°C operating range (select models)
- Redundant 12 to 48 VDC power inputs
- Maximum security with WEP/WPA/WPA2/802.11X and powerful custom filters
- Support for RS-232/422/485 connection (AWK-1127 only)
If you are building a wireless network from scratch, the AWK-1121 is the most convenient and reliable solution for automation applications in the manufacturing, transportation, power, and oil and gas industries,” said Ariana Drivdahl, Product Marketing Manager at Moxa Americas.
About Moxa
Founded in 1987, Moxa has over 25 years of experience in developing, designing, and manufacturing hardened communication solutions for markets such as industrial automation, transportation, railway, energy, and the marine industry. Moxa solutions include industrial Ethernet switches, wireless networking products, network management software, embedded computers, fieldbus and serial networking products, remote I/O modules, and IP cameras.
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