Siemens SCALANCE W780 Industrial Access Point (IWLAN, IEEE 802.11n Wi-Fi 4)
The Siemens SCALANCE W780 Industrial Access Point from Datacom Technologies BD is a rugged industrial wireless LAN access point designed to support reliable machine connectivity and industrial communication. It uses the IEEE 802.11n (Wi-Fi 4) standard with MIMO technology to deliver high-speed wireless performance in demanding manufacturing, logistics, and automation environments. Its industrial design allows installation in control cabinets or on factory floors for robust and flexible wireless network coverage. Siemens
Specification Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|
| Model | Siemens SCALANCE W780 Industrial Access Point |
| Wireless Standard | IEEE 802.11n (Wi-Fi 4), industrial IWLAN |
| Maximum Data Rate | Up to 450 Mbit/s (depending on configuration) Siemens |
| MIMO | MIMO technology for stable wireless links Electro-Matic Products |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz & 5 GHz (depending on variant/configuration) Siemens Support |
| Antennas | External antenna ports (R-SMA/N-Connect, depending on model) Unilog Corp |
| Industrial Design | SIMATIC form factor for cabinet or field mounting Siemens |
| Deployment | Indoor/industrial WLAN coverage Siemens |
| Management | Web-based management interface / CLI |
| Compliance | Industrial wireless standards, IWLAN functionality |
Siemens SCALANCE W780 Description
The SCALANCE W780 Industrial Access Point enables high-performance wireless communication for industrial automation applications. Supporting IEEE 802.11n with throughput up to 450 Mbit/s, it provides strong, reliable WLAN connectivity for factory floor devices, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), HMIs, mobile operators, and wireless sensors. Siemens
Equipped with external antenna connectors, the W780 allows optimized wireless coverage planning tailored to industrial layouts — whether covering production cells, assembly lines, or wide machine halls. Its industrial build quality ensures dependable operation even where electrical noise and mechanical interference are present. Electro-Matic Products
The AP integrates easily with existing industrial WLAN networks and supports foundational SCALANCE IWLAN features, making it suitable for both small wireless deployments and larger mesh or multi-cell networks. Siemens
Key Features
• IEEE 802.11n (Wi-Fi 4) with MIMO technology for stable high-speed wireless
• Up to 450 Mbit/s data rates — robust WLAN throughput for industrial use Siemens
• External antenna support for flexible coverage design Unilog Corp
• Rugged industrial design compatible with SIMATIC installation Siemens
• Suitable for indoor/industrial environments with electromagnetic interference
• Easy integration via web-based or CLI management
• Reliable communication for automation devices, sensors, mobile terminals, and PLCs
Where It Can Be Used
• Industrial wireless LAN for automation and machine communication
• Factory floors and production halls needing Wi-Fi coverage
• Control cabinets and panels for wireless device connectivity
• Warehouse and logistics facilities with automated equipment
• Monitoring and remote access networks for industrial devices
• Replacement of wired links where flexibility and mobility are required
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