
Industrial 802.11a/b/g/n wireless client




Features and Benefits
- IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n compliant client
- Comprehensive interfaces with one serial port and two Ethernet LAN ports
- Millisecond-level Client-based Turbo Roaming*
- Easy setup and deployment with AeroMag
- 2×2 MIMO future-proof technology
- Easy network setup with Network Address Translation (NAT)
- Integrated robust antenna and power isolation
- Anti-vibration design
- Compact size for your industrial applications
*The Turbo Roaming recovery time indicated herein is an average of test results documented, in optimized conditions, across APs configured with interference-free 20-MHz RF channels, WPA2-PSK security, and default Turbo Roaming parameters. The clients are configured with 3-channel roaming at 100 Kbps traffic load. Other conditions may also impact roaming performance. For more information about Turbo Roaming parameter settings, refer to the product manual.
Introduction
The AWK-1137C is an ideal client solution for industrial wireless mobile applications. It enables WLAN connections for both Ethernet and serial devices, and is compliant with industrial standards and approvals covering operating temperature, power input voltage, surge, ESD, and vibration. The AWK-1137C can operate on either the 2.4 or 5 GHz bands, and is backwards-compatible with existing 802.11a/b/g deployments to future-proof your wireless investments. The Wireless add-on for the MXview network management utility visualizes the AWK’s invisible wireless connections to ensure wall-to-wall Wi-Fi connectivity.
Industrial Ruggedness
- Integrated antenna and power isolation designed to provide 500 V insulation protection against external electrical interference
- -40 to 75°C wide operating temperature models (-T) available for smooth wireless communication in harsh environments
Mobility-oriented Design
- Client-based Turbo Roaming* for < 150 ms roaming recovery time between APs
- MIMO technology to ensure transmitting and receiving capability while on the move
- Anti-vibration performance (with reference to IEC 60068-2-6)
Easy integration
- Semi-automatically configurable to reduce deployment cost
- AeroMag support for error-free setup of your industrial applications’ basic WLAN settings
- Various communication interfaces for connecting to different types of devices
- One-to-many NAT to simplify your machine setup
Wireless Network Management with MXview Wireless
- Dynamic topology view shows the status of wireless links and connection changes at a glance
- Visual, interactive roaming playback function to review the roaming history of clients
- Detailed device information and performance indicator charts for individual AP and client devices

• WLAN Interface | |
Standards | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n for Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11i for Wireless Security IEEE 802.3 for 10BaseT IEEE 802.3u for 100BaseTX IEEE 802.3af for Power-over-Ethernet IEEE 802.1D for Spanning Tree Protocol IEEE 802.1w for Rapid STP IEEE 802.1Q VLAN |
Modulation Type | • DSSS with DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK • OFDM with BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM • MIMO-OFDM |
Operating Channels (central frequency) | US: 2.412 to 2.462 GHz (11 channels) 5.18 to 5.24 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) EU: |
Security | • Firewall for MAC/IP/Protocol/Port-based filtering • WEP encryption 864-bit and 128-bit ), WPA /WPA2-Enterprise (IEEE 802.1X/RADIUS, TKIP and AES), WPA /WPA2-Personal |
Transmission Rates | 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps 802.11a/g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps 802.11n: 6.5 to 300 Mbps |
TX Transmit Power (EU) | 2.4 GHz: 18 dBm 5 GHz (UNII-1): 23 dBm 5 GHz (UNII-3): 23 dBm 5 GHz (UNII-3): 23 dBmNote: Based on regional regulations, the maximum transmission power allowed on the UNII bands is restricted in the firmware, as indicated above, for more information please check the datasheet and usermanual. |
RX Sensitivity *** | For detailed information on the Receiver Sensitivity please check the datasheet or user manual. Please note that due to a limitation in the receiver sensitivity performance for channels 153 and 161 (5 GHz), it is recommended to avoid using these channels in your critical applications. |
• Protocol Support | |
General Protocols | Proxy ARP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS, IP, ICMP, SNTP, TCP, UDP, RADIUS, SNMP, PPPoE, DHCP |
• Interface | |
Default Antennas | 1 RP-SMA (male), 2 dual-band omni-directional antenna, 2 dBi, RP-SMA (male) |
Connector for External Antennas | RP-SMA (female) |
RJ45 Ports | 1, 10/100BaseT(X) auto negotiation speed, F/H duplex mode, and auto MDI/MDI-X connection |
Serial Port | 1, RS232/422/485, DB9 male connector (AWK-1127 only) |
Console Port | RS-232 (RJ45-type) |
LED Indicators | PWR, FAULT, STATE, SIGNAL, WLAN, LAN |
• Serial Communication Parameters | |
Data Bits | 5, 6, 7, 8 |
Stop Bits | 1, 1.5, 2 |
Parity | None, Even, Odd, Space, Mark |
Flow Control | RTS/CTS, XON/XOFF |
Baudrate | 50 bps to 921.6 Kbps |
Serial Data Log | 256 KB |
• Serial Signals | |
RS-232 | DSR, RTS, GND, TxD, RxD, DCD, CTS, DTR |
RS-422 | Tx+, Tx-, Rx+, Rx-, GND |
RS-485 (2-wire) | Data+, Data- and GND |
RS-485 (4-wire) | Tx+, Rx+, Tx-, Rx+ and GND |
• Physical Characteristics | |
Housing | Metal, providing IP30 protection |
Weight | 470 g |
Dimensions | 50 x 115 x 70 mm (1.97 x 4.53 x 2.76 in) |
Installation | DIN-Rail mounting, wall mounting (with optional kit) |
• Environmental Limits | |
Operating Temperature | Standard Models: 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F) Wide Temp. Models: -40 to 75°C (-40 to 167°F) |
Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F) |
Ambient Relative Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
• Power Requirements | |
Input Voltage | 9 to 30 VDC |
Connector | 4-pin removable terminal block |
Power Consumption | 11,7 W (max) |
Reverse Polarity Protection | Present and supported |
• Standards and Certifications | |
Safety | UL 60950-1, EN 60950-1 |
EMC | EN 301 489-1/17, FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B, EN 55022/55024 |
Radio | EN 300 328, EN 301 893, DSPR (Japan) |
Note | Please check Moxa’s website for the most up-to-date certification status. |
• Reliability | |
MTBF (mean time between failures) | 392,209 hrs |
• Warranty | |
Warranty Period | 5 years |
Details | See warranty |
** DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) channel support: In AP mode, when a radar signal is detected, the device will automatically switch to another channel.
However, according to regulations, after switching channels, a 60-second availability check period is required before starting the service.
*** Due to a limitation in the receiver sensitivity performance for channels 153 and 161, it is recommended to avoid using these channels in your critical applications.