AWK-1161A Series

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Features and Benefits

High-speed IEEE 802.11ax Wi-Fi
Selectable dual-band Wi-Fi with data rates up to 1,201 Mbps
Latest WPA3 encryption for enhanced wireless network security
Universal (UN) models with configurable country or region code for more flexible deployment
Built-in 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz band pass filter for more reliable wireless connections
-40 to 75°C wide operating temperature range (-T models)
Integrated antenna isolation

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Overview

The AWK-1161A Series industrial wireless AP is designed to meet the growing need for faster data transmission speeds while servicing more clients through IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) technology. The AWK-1161A is compliant with industrial standards and approvals covering operating temperature, power input voltage, surge, ESD, and vibration. The compact form factor with DIN-rail or optional wall mounting easily fits into industrial machines or control cabinets, offering reliable wireless services. The AWK-1161A supports selectable 2.4 and 5 GHz bands and is backwards compatible with existing 802.11a/b/g/n/ac deployments to future-proof your wireless investments.

Advanced 802.11ax Industrial Wireless Solution

802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 compliant access point backwards compatible with Wi-Fi 4/ Wi-Fi 5 for flexible deployment
DFS channel support allows a wider range of 5 GHz channel selection to avoid interference from existing wireless infrastructure
Wi-Fi 6 OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiple Access) technology enables concurrent communication with multiple clients for improved network efficiency
Wi-Fi 6 TWT (Target Wake Time) technology facilitates better scheduling and longer battery life for connected devices

Advanced Wireless Technology

AP-based client disconnection mechanism to help wireless clients without roaming intelligence obtain optimal AP services

Industrial Ruggedness

Integrated antenna isolation designed to provide protection against external electrical interference
-40 to 75°C wide operating temperature (-T) models for smooth wireless communication in harsh environments

Specifications

WLAN Interface

WLAN Standards

2.4 GHz: 802.11ax with 1024 QAM support, 20/40 MHz
5 GHz: 802.11ax with 1024 QAM support, 20/40/80 MHz

Frequency Band for US (20 MHz operating channels)

AWK-1161A-US models only:

2.412 to 2.462 GHz (11 channels)
5.180 to 5.240 GHz (4 channels)
5.260 to 5.320 GHz (4 channels)
5.500 to 5.700 GHz (11 channels)
5.745 to 5.825 GHz (5 channels)

Frequency Band for UN (20 MHz operating channels)

AWK-1161A-UN models only:

2.412 to 2.472 GHz (13 channels)
5.180 to 5.240 GHz (4 channels)
5.260 to 5.320 GHz (4 channels)
5.500 to 5.700 GHz (11 channels)
5.745 to 5.825 GHz (5 channels)
Available channels change depending on the selected country or region code.

Wireless Security

WEP encryption (64-bit and 128-bit)
WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Enterprise (IEEE 802.1X/RADIUS, TKIP, AES)
WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal

Transmission Rate

2.4 GHz:
Up to 573.5 Mbps
5 GHz:
Up to 1,201 Mbps

Transmitter Power for 802.11a (Dual Chain)

21±1.5 dBm @ 6 Mbps
21±1.5 dBm @ 54 Mbps

Transmitter Power for 802.11n (5 GHz, Dual Chain)

21±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS7 20 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS7 40 MHz

Transmitter Power for 802.11ac (Dual Chain)

21±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS8 20 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS9 40 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 80 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS9 80 MHz

Transmitter Power for 802.11ax (Dual Chain)

21±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
20±1.5 dBm @ MCS11 20 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
20±1,5 dBm @ MCS11 40 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 80 MHz
20±1.5 dBm @ MCS11 80 MHz

Transmitter Power for 802.11b (Dual Chain)

21±1.5 dBm @ 1 Mbps
21±1.5 dBm @ 11 Mbps

Transmitter Power for 802.11g (Dual Chain)

21±1.5 dBm @ 6 Mbps
21±1.5 dBm @ 54 Mbps

Transmitter Power for 802.11n (2.4 GHz, Dual Chain)

21±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS7 20 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS7 40 MHz

Transmitter Power for 802.11ac (2.4 GHz, Dual Chain)

21±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS8 20 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS7 40 MHz

Transmitter Power for 802.11ax (2.4 GHz, Dual Chain)

21±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS11 20 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
21±1.5 dBm @ MCS11 40 MHz

Receiver Sensitivity for 802.11a (measured at 5.680 GHz)

Typ. -88 @ 6 Mbps
Typ. -72 @ 54 Mbps

Receiver Sensitivity for 802.11n (5 GHz; measured at 5.680 GHz)

Typ. -88 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
Typ. -68 dBm @ MCS7 20 MHz
Typ. -84 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
Typ. -66 dBm @ MCS7 40 MHz

Receiver Sensitivity for 802.11ac (5 GHz)

Typ. -88 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
Typ. -65 dBm @ MCS8 20 MHz
Typ. -85 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
Typ. -60 dBm @ MCS9 40 MHz
Typ. -81 dBm @ MCS0 80 MHz
Typ. -55 dBm @ MCS9 80 MHz

Receiver Sensitivity for 802.11ax (5 GHz)

Typ. -88 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
Typ. -59 dBm @ MCS11 20 MHz
Typ. -85 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
Typ. -56 dBm @ MCS11 40 MHz
Typ. -81 dBm @ MCS0 80 MHz
Typ. -52 dBm @ MCS11 80 MHz

Receiver Sensitivity for 802.11b (measured at 2.437 GHz)

Typ. -96 dBm @ 1 Mbps
Typ. -88 dBm @ 11 Mbps

Receiver Sensitivity for 802.11g (measured at 2.437 GHz)

Typ. -90 dBm @ 6 Mbps
Typ. -74 dBm @ 54 Mbps

Receiver Sensitivity for 802.11n (2.4 GHz; measured at 2.437 GHz)

Typ. -90 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
Typ. -70 dBm @ MCS7 20 MHz
Typ. -87 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
Typ. -69 dBm @ MCS7 40 MHz

Receiver Sensitivity for 802.11ac (2.4 GHz)

Typ. -90 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
Typ. -66 dBm @ MCS6 20 MHz
Typ. -87 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
Typ. -63 dBm @ MCS9 40 MHz

Receiver Sensitivity for 802.11ax (2.4 GHz)

Typ. -90 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
Typ. -59 dBm @ MCS11 20 MHz
Typ. -87 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
Typ. -56 dBm @ MCS11 40 MHz

WLAN Operation Mode

Access point
Master
Sniffer

Antenna

External, 2/2 dBi
Omni-directional

Antenna Connectors

2 RP-SMA female

Ethernet Interface

10/100/1000BaseT(X) Ports (RJ45 connector)

Standards

IEEE 802.3 for 10BaseT
IEEE 802.3u for 100BaseT(X)
IEEE 802.3ab for 1000BaseT(X)
IEEE 802.3az for Energy-Efficient Ethernet
IEEE 802.1Q for VLAN Tagging
IEEE 802.1X for authentication

Ethernet Software Features

Management

DHCP Server
DHCP Client
DNS
HTTP
IPv4
LLDP
SMTP
SNMPv1/v2c/v3
Syslog
TCP/IP
Telnet
UDP
VLAN
MXconfig

Security

HTTPS/SSL
RADIUS
SSH
Certificate Management

Time Management

SNTP Client

Firewall

Filter

ICMP
MAC address
IP protocol
Port-based
Wi-Fi ACL
Client Isolation

Serial Interface

Console Port

RS-232
8-pin RJ45

USB Interface

Storage Port

USB Type A

LED Interface

LED Indicators

PWR, WLAN, SYSTEM

Input/Output Interface

Buttons

Reset button

Physical Characteristic

Housing

Metal

IP Rating

IP30

Dimensions

AWK-1161A models: 60 x 100 x 34.2 mm (2.36 x 3.94 x 1.35 in)
AWK-1161A-T models: 60 x 100 x 47.2 mm (2.36 x 3.94 x 1.86 in)

Weight

AWK-1161A models: 330 g (0.73 lb)
AWK-1161A-T models: 387.5 g (0.85 lb)

Installation

DIN-rail mounting
Wall mounting (with optional kit)

Power Parameters

Input Current

9 to 30 VDC
1.57 to 0.47 A

Input Voltage

9 to 30 VDC

Power Connector

1 removable 3-contact terminal block(s)

Power Consumption

14 W (max.)

Environmental Limits

Operating Temperature

Standard Models: -25 to 60°C (-13 to 140°F)
Wide Temp. Models: -40 to 75°C (-40 to 167°F)

Storage Temperature (package included)

-40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)

Ambient Relative Humidity

5 to 95% (non-condensing)

Standard and Certifications

EMC

EN 61000-6-2/-6-4
EN 55032/35

EMI

CISPR 32, FCC Part 15B Class A

EMS

IEC 61000-4-2 ESD: Contact: 8 kV; Air: 15 kV
IEC 61000-4-3 RS: 80 MHz to 1 GHz: 10 V/m
IEC 61000-4-4 EFT: Power: 2 kV; Signal: 1 kV
IEC 61000-4-5 Surge: Power: 2 kV; Signal: 1 kV
IEC 61000-4-6 CS: 10 V/m
IEC 61000-4-8 PFMF: 30 A/m

Road Vehicles

E mark E1

Medical

IEC 60601

Safety

IEC 62368-1
UL 62368-1

Vibration

IEC 60068-2-6

Radio

EN 300 328
EN 301 489-1/17
EN 301 893
ANATEL
FCC
MIC
NCC
RCM
SRRC
WPC
KC
NBTC
IC

MTBF

Time

4,002,106 hrs

Standards

Telcordia Standard SR-332

Warranty

Warranty Period

5 years

Models