With mounting options for both inside and outside the cabinet, there are options for all application needs. Whether you need a compact IP rated device to mount on your cabinet, or you need a very compact device to fit in a small are on the din rail, Phoenix Contact has compact, cost effective options to keep you connected.
Features of the FL WLAN 1000/2000 line
- Up to 300 Mbps data throughput
- Dual internal 5 dBi multiple-input/multiple-output (MiMo) antennas (FL WLAN 1101 and 2101 only)
- Dual virtual wireless interfaces (simultaneous access point and client)
- MAC-based DHCP server functionality
- 1:1 NAT function, IP Masquerading and port forwarding
- MESH functionality on FL WLAN 2000 series line
- Configuration via Web manager, CLI, REST APIs and SNMP
FL WLAN 1101/2101
- The FL WLAN 1101 and 2101 series feature a through panel, IP rated housing design. Its dual 5 dB internal antennae provide reliable coverage, while reducing your material costs. The result delivers a fast, reliable wireless signal compatible with existing 802.11a/b/g enabled devices.
- On the FL WLAN 2101 series, a MESH functionality is available which allows the creation of a private secure wireless network when existing infrastructure is not available.
- Class I Division 2 approval allows the unit to be installed in hazardous rated areas.
FL WLAN 1011/2011
- The FL WLAN 1011 and 2011 series is an IP20 rated option providing the user with multiple mounting options inside the control cabinet. The unit is natively able to be panel mounted or with an option din rail clip accessory, it can be rotated to fit in tight spaces on the din rail.
- Two external RSMA(F) antenna connections provide the user flexibility with antenna mounting.
- On the FL WLAN 2011 series, a MESH functionality is available which allows the creation of a private secure wireless network when existing infrastructure is not available.
- Class I Division 2 approval allows the unit to be installed in hazardous rated areas.
Which is the right WLAN radio for you?
The following table shows the different performance classes of the Phoenix Contact WLAN portfolio. Use the key functions to select the ideal device series for your application.
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| FL WLAN 1101 | FL WLAN 2101 | FL WLAN 1011 | FL WLAN 2011 | |
| 802.11 technology | a/b/g/n | a/b/g/n | a/b/g/n | a/b/g/n |
| Throughput | 300 Mbps | 300 Mbps | 300 Mbps | 300 Mbps |
| Included antennas | Yes: dual internal 5dBi | Yes: dual internal 5dBi | No: up to 2 external connections | No: up to 2 external connections |
| Mounting | Through panel mount | Through panel mount | DIN rail or Panel mount | DIN rail or Panel mount |
| Transmit power | 100 mW | 100 mW | 100 mW | 100 mW |
| Class I, Division 2 approval | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Multiple WLAN interfaces | Yes: dual access point or access point and client | Yes: dual access point or access point and client | Yes: dual access point or access point and client | Yes: dual access point or access point and client |
| Connections | Single RJ45 | Single RJ45 | Single RJ45 | Single RJ45 |
| IP rating | IP54 | IP68 | IP20 | IP20 |
| Mode of operation | Access point, repeater, client | Access point, repeater, client, MESH | Access point, repeater, client | Access point, repeater, client, MESH |