WLg-IDA/N [P] WiFi Access Point, 2-port Ethernet Bridge, Bridge router & WDS Repeater (a/b/g/h) for factory automation

WLg-IDA/N features a WLAN interface coupled to a 2-port Ethernet 10/100 designed for harsh industrial environments and automotive applications. The unit is housed in a compact enclosure ready to be DIN rail or panel mounted.

The device offers many switch technology advancements, including auto MDI/MDIX crossover for easy plug and play application.

WLg-IDA/N fulfils the most severe requirements in terms of operating environment: operating temperature from -20°C to +70°C, shockproof and vibration proof according to MIL-STD-810F standard, IP30 seal rating.

Top “C-Key” for quick and easy on-site configuration Save & Restore (no need for manual reconfiguration).

The WLg-IDA/N used in the ACCESS POINT mode makes it possible to create an industrial WiFi wireless network from any industrial equipment featuring an 10/100 Ethernet interface.

Used in the BRIDGE mode, the WLg-IDA/N enables to connect any industrial equipment featuring a 10/100 Ethernet interface to the WiFi wireless network.

WLg-IDA/N module can also be used as a WiFi network repeater (WDS) in order to extend radio coverage, device supports both INFRASTRUCTURE and AD-HOC modes.

The WLg-IDA/N device is also designed to work as a wireless bridge between the wired MODBUS/TCP or PROFINET protocols and the radio network, this feature allows to connect any MODBUS/TCP or PROFINET equipments to this network.

Thanks to its built-in WEB interface, the setup of the device is achieved using the web browser installed on your computer (Internet Explorer, Netscape, Mozilla ...).
It also offers SNMP and NDM administration / configuration and the “C-Key” which allows quick and easy on-site replacement of the WLg-IDA/N unit, eliminating the need to reconfigure the replacement part or to use any other equipment.
WLg-IDA/N doesn't require any additional software to be installed on your computer (no peripheral driver needed).

The radio link is made safe by using most modern methods of protection: WEP 64/128 bits, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK and authentification IEEE 802.1x (RADIUS server).

The nominal range (open space) of the module is 300 m for a transmit power of +20 dBm and -92 dBm in reception (a/g modes) and -95 dBm (IEEE 802.11b mode).

It is powered from a dual input DC power supply (+9VDC to +36VDC), power consumption is 4.5W typical, IEEE 802.3 af is also available for the WLg-IDA/NP model.

Features Access Point, Ethernet Bridge, bridge router, WDS repeater functions and both AD-HOC and INFRASTRUCTURE modes Two Ethernet ports 10/100 auto-sensing, plug & play mode & auto MDI/MDIX cross-over, RJ45 connectors 54/108 Mbps wireless Ethernet link compliant to the IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/h & SUPER AG standards, OFDM, DSSS, 2.4 / 5 GHz Rapid roaming (less than 50 mS in single channel mode) One 2 dBi omnidirectional 2.4 / 5 GHz antenna, RP-SMA connector + 1 RP-SMA connector for a second antenna (diversity mode) 300 m nominal range (line of sight), 60 m in other cases (with built-in antenna), up to 5 Km with a 20 dBi antenna Built-in ATHEROS's chip set: AR5414 (AR5006SX) +20 dBm transmit power, -92 dBm receive level (a/g modes) and -95 dBm receive level (b mode) with transmitter power output control (TPC), 400 mW high power radio option also available 64/128 bits WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, IEEE 802.1x (RADIUS supplicant & authenticator), MAC addresses filtering, SSID broadcast control No peripheral driver required, configuration from standard internet web browser (built-in web server), SNMP agent, NDM administration software LEDs signalling for LAN, WLAN network activity, 10/100 mode, MAIN & AUX power supply, radio receive level, “C-Key” detection Shockproof & vibration proof rugged metal enclosure L:110 x l:50 x h:120 mm, weight: 570g Dual input DC power supply (+9VDC to +36VDC), 4.5W typical power consumption, POE IEEE 802.3 af for the WLg-IDA/NP model Alarm: Relay output warning: power failure, LAN or WLAN connection failure, Watchdog. 1 FORM B solid state relay, 60V 0.15A, contacts on removable clamp cage terminal Standards : MIL-STD-810F method 514.5 & 516.5 (shocks & vibrations) EN 301489-17 & EN 61000-6-2 (EMC), IP 30 Operating temperature : -20°C to +70°C (HR 5-95%) without condensing, storage : -40°C to +80°C

Application examples The WLg-IDA/N enables to connect two Ethernet networks or two Ethernet equipments in the AD-HOC mode (direct radio connection without infrastructure) or within a radio network controlled by an Access Point as well. The WLg-IDA/N can also be configured to work as a WiFi access Point. WLg-IDA/N also supports the MODBUS/TCP & PROFINET protocols, thus you can easily replace a network cable by the radio link to connect any industrial equipment which rely on these protocols. Explore the configuration wizard features of the WLg-IDA/N

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Accessories for the WLg-IDA/N:

C-Key_M1		Save / Restore configuration key for the WLg-IDA series (C-Key)
WLg-RF400MW		High power radio option (26 dBm, 400 mW), this option must be selected while ordering the WLg-IDA, it can't be added later.
WLg-FIX-PLT		Panel fixing metallic plate
CAB-RJ45-1M		1 meter Ethernet RJ45 cable, straight

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