Extronics launches new Wireless Access Point
The iWAP201A further extends the Extronics range of wireless solutions and is an ideal, low-cost meathod of creating wireless hotspots and point-to-point links in Zone 2 hazardous areas.Click here for further product information
Manchester, UK. 31st January 2011
Extronics, a leading global developer and manufacturer of hazardous area equipment, has today announced the launch of the iWAP201A, a wireless access point which is certified by ATEX for use in Zone 2 and 21 hazardous areas. The 802.11a/b/g wireless access point has a 316L stainless steel enclosure to facilitate deployment in potentially explosive, harsh, wet, and corrosive environments. Operating at either 2.4GHz or 5GHz, this model is equipped with a single radio and is easily configurable via an in-built web interface.
The iWAP201A is an entry level solution which has optional features such surge arrestors for lightning suppression, enclosure heating or cooling for extreme ambient temperatures and various antenna alternatives. This flexibility allows customers to specify a solution suitable to their particular requirement, be it a chemical plant, an offshore platform, an extreme extraction facility etc.
Extronics Managing Director, John Hartley commented "The iWAP201A fills an important role in the development of a complete range of wireless solutions for hazardous areas. This is a lowcost, easy-to-deploy unit which can be used either to create a wireless hotspot or a point-topoint link. It fits perfectly with our existing wireless ranges and offers customers a real alternative when unlocking data from hazardous areas."
The iWAP201A is available immediately from Extronics and its global network of sales partners.
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About Extronics:
Formed in 1992, Extronics is a leading global designer and manufacturer of intrinsically safe and explosion-proof equipment. From its UK H.Q., Extronics produces a range of products designed to increase worker safety and which are distributed by Sales Partners throughout the world. Extronics unrivalled understanding of wireless networking enables companies in the process industries to unlock vital data from hazardous areas.
For further information about Extronics:
Ross Tye - Extronics Marketing
+44 (0)1260 292655
rosst@extronics.com
www.extronics.com
