Data Communication via LAN/Ethernet and WLAN/Wi-Fi

LAN and WLAN data communication

LAN (Local Area Network) is a local network in computer technology. Ethernet is the most widely used standard for LAN, today mainly via twisted pair cable from CAT5 or fiber optic cable (FO). The distance/network radius is a maximum of one hundred meters (alternatively with fiber optic cables also up to many kilometers). WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) is a wireless local radio network according to a standard of the IEEE 802.11 family. Wi-Fi is often used colloquially as a synonym for WLAN, but refers to certification according to the IEEE 802.11 standard of the Wi-Fi Alliance (WLAN is the actual radio network).

Ethernet and WLAN products for industrial applications or harsh environments often offer special safety standards and are robustly designed (e.g. metal housing, redundant wide-range power supply, extended temperature ranges, etc.).

WLAN Access Points, Repeater, Mesh-Points etc.

WLAN access point etc. for various applications in industry, machine control, passenger and goods transportation, warehouse and logistics, agriculture, geology, environment and many more.

Ethernet/LAN

  • MED-MI-1005: Safe galvanic isolation of the Ethernet transmission for medical applications with approval for medical electrical devices and systems according to DIN EN 60601-1.
  • Brainboxes SW series: Unmanaged industrial Ethernet switches in rugged housing (DIN rail or wall mounting), models with extended temperature range and redundant connection for wide range power supply.
  • Converters from Ethernet to serial ports or GPIB.

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