Factoryline WLAN EPA – make devices WLAN-capable quickly and easily
The FL WLAN Ethernet port adapter is the industrial WLAN adapter for the inexpensive connection of Ethernet-compatible devices to your WLAN network. The compact and robust Ethernet port adapter comes with integrated wireless module and antenna. The IP65 turnkey solution is installed directly in the field and connected to the automation device via an Ethernet cable with M12 connection technology. The benefit for you: extremely straightforward integration into your application.
Typical areas of application of Ethernet port adapter
Communication with rotating machines
With two EPA modules, a point-to-point Ethernet wireless bridge to rotating or moving machine systems can be established quickly and easily. This reduces the cabling complexity and the wear-free wireless connection dispenses with drag chains / slip rings
Integration of mobile systems
With the WLAN EPA, mobile and location-changing systems with Ethernet connection can be integrated into existing WLAN networks quickly and easily.
Cable substitution for point-to-point connections
It is often not technically or economically feasible to lay cabling between two points. If control data or low data volumes are to be transmitted, a WLAN wireless bridge with two EPA modules is often a cost-effective alternative.
Integration of machines and plant components into the production network
With the WLAN EPA, machines and plant systems with medium requirements on data throughput can be integrated easily and cost-effectively into the production network – also retroactively.
Quick and easy installation
The Ethernet port adapter is the simple solution for enabling WLAN-capability in industrial automation devices with Ethernet connection quickly and easily. The IP65 turnkey solution is installed directly in the field and connected to the automation device via an M12 Ethernet cable.
Your advantages:
- Compact IP65 modules with integrated antenna
- M12 connections for Ethernet and power
- Easy installation in the field
Advanced setting options via AT commands
The WLAN EPA module can be configured automatically and controlled during operation using simple AT commands via a controller. This makes it possible, for example, for roaming procedures, i.e. the changeover between Access Points, to be controlled – depending on position – via the controller on mobile systems.
FL EPA at a glance
| Features |
FL EPA 2 |
FL EPA 2 RSMA |
|---|---|---|
|
WLAN standards |
IEEE 802.11 a/b/g |
IEEE 802.11 a/b/g |
|
Frequency bands and channels (*depending on country) |
2.4 GHz, channel 1-11 |
2.4 GHz, channel 1-11 |
|
Max. data rate (gross) |
54 Mbps |
54 Mbps |
|
Max. data throughput (net) |
< 20 Mbps |
< 20 Mbps |
| Operating modes | Client (single client bridge, multi client bridge) (micro Access Point) wireless bridge between two FL EPA modules | Client (single client bridge, multi client bridge) (micro Access Point) wireless bridge between two FL EPA modules |
|
Maximum transmission power |
2.4 GHz: 17 dBm (incl. antennas) |
2.4 GHz: 17 dBm (incl. antennas) |
|
Number of antennas |
1 (internal) |
1 (external) RSMA connection |
|
Degree of protection when mounted | IP65 | IP65 |
|
Ambient temperature (operation) |
-30°C … 65°C | -30°C … 65°C |
|
Power supply |
9 … 30 V DC, max. 1.7 W |
9 … 30 V DC, max. 1.7 W |
| Special features |
Dual wireless board: WLAN and Bluetooth |
Dual wireless board: WLAN and Bluetooth |
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