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Silex BR-330AC-LP Low Power Ethernet to Wi-Fi Bridge
The Silex BR-330AC-LP Low Power Ethernet to Wi-Fi Bridge is built around an energy-efficient design, supporting seamless integration of Ethernet-only devices into Wi-Fi networks in industrial and medical settings. It converts Ethernet signals to dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi while maintaining a low power consumption below 2.5W, suitable for continuous-duty operation. The bridge supports up to 16 simultaneous client connections and incorporates advanced security protocols including WPA2-Enterprise and 802.1X authentication to ensure enterprise-grade wireless protection.
Its rugged enclosure is ingress-protected and operates reliably between 0°C to 50°C with non-condensing humidity, making it fit for field-ready deployment in demanding environments. Storage temperatures range from -20°C to 70°C, supporting extended hardware longevity. At 126mm x 76mm x 24mm and weighing 255g, the unit is compact and suitable for space-constrained installations. Regulatory compliance with FCC, ICES, CE, and VCCI Class B standards ensures broad operational approval. The device is complemented by a five-year warranty, underpinning long-term reliability in industrial wireless integration.
BR-330AC-LP Features
- Dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi (2.4GHz/5GHz)
- Compact form factor with low power consumption
- WPA3/2 Enterprise security support
- Seamless Ethernet-to-wireless bridging with no software driver installation
- Ideal for medical, industrial, and commercial IoT applications
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Product Type
Manufacturer
Ruggedness
Mounting Format
Interface
Country Of Manufacture
Japan
Wired LAN
RJ-45 Connector x 1 10Base-T / 100Base-TX (Auto-detection)
Wireless Standard
Dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 1x1
Wi-Fi Security
Authentication: WPA2-Enterprise, WPA-Enterprise , WPA2-Personal, WPA-Personal, Open Encryption: WEP, AES, Auto
Channels
2.4GHz bands (US) CH1 - CH11 (EU) CH1-CH13 5GHz bands (US) W52, W53, W56*, W58 (EU) W52, W53, W56** W52: 36, 40, 44, 48 W53: 52, 56, 60, 64 W56: 100, 104, 108, 112, 116, 120, 124, 128, 132, 136, 140, 144 W58: 149, 153, 157, 161, 165 * Channel 120 - 128 is disabled to comply with Canadian regulation. ** Channel 144 is disabled for EU SKU
Switch
Push switch x 1
LED
Power, WLAN, Status
Storage Temperature Humidity
20 ~ + 70°C 20 ~ 90% RH
Operating Temperature Humidity
0 ~ + 50°C - 20% ~ 80% RH (non-condensing)
Max # of Clients
16 clients
Power
5V DC Jack (EIAJ Class2) USB (with optional 131-20175-100 cable)
Supported Software
AMC Manager®
Dimensions
126mm x 76mm x 24mm
Weight
255g (body)
Warranty
5 years
The Silex BR-330AC-LP Low Power Ethernet to Wi-Fi Bridge is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The BR-330AC-LP supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Education, Energy and Utilities, Healthcare And Medical, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Pharmaceutical, Retail, Security And Surveillance.
Across these sectors, the BR-330AC-LP is typically used in applications such as Field Data Capture And Reporting, Health, Safety, And Compliance Inspections, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Medical Carts And Clinical Mobile Workstations, Mobile Workforce Operations, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, Secure Access, Authentication, And Control Terminals, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the BR-330AC-LP across both industry sectors and real-world operational use cases. Its suitability extends well beyond the scenarios listed above, making it a flexible solution for a broad range of requirements.
For further information, or to assess whether the BR-330AC-LP is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The Silex BR-330AC-LP Low Power Ethernet to Wi-Fi Bridge comes with a 5 Years Limited Warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).
To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, Silex BR-330AC-LP Low Power Ethernet to Wi-Fi Bridge, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the Silex BR-330AC-LP Low Power Ethernet to Wi-Fi Bridge or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Silex is a Japanese manufacturer specialising in USB device servers and wireless connectivity, with a heritage in embedding networking into devices and bridging equipment onto wired and wireless networks. On rugged.co.uk the catalogue features the BR-330AC-LP Low Power Ethernet to Wi-Fi Bridge, which converts Ethernet-only devices to dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi. More broadly, Silex is known for USB device servers, Wi-Fi bridges and wireless modules used to network printers, instruments, medical devices and industrial equipment that lack built-in connectivity. The focus is on reliable, secure device connectivity for industrial, medical, retail and education environments. As the listed range is currently limited, confirm the exact model, interfaces and specifications on the relevant product page rather than assuming the wider Silex portfolio is stocked.
The Silex BR-330AC-LP is a low-power Ethernet-to-Wi-Fi bridge that brings wired-only devices onto a wireless network. It converts Ethernet signals to dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi while keeping power consumption below 2.5 W, suiting continuous-duty operation. It supports up to 16 simultaneous client connections and operates from 0 C to 50 C in a compact 126 x 76 x 24 mm body weighing 255 g, with storage tolerance from -20 C to 70 C. Typical uses include networking printers, medical equipment, instruments and industrial machines that have an Ethernet port but no wireless. It is managed through Silex’s AMC Manager software. Confirm the interface, channel support and environmental limits on the product page before specifying for a particular installation.
The Silex BR-330AC-LP supports enterprise-grade wireless security suited to industrial and medical networks. Authentication options include WPA2-Enterprise, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Personal, WPA-Personal and open modes, with 802.1X authentication for controlled network access, and encryption covering WEP, AES and auto modes. This lets the bridge connect legacy Ethernet devices into secured corporate and clinical Wi-Fi infrastructure without weakening the network’s authentication requirements. Regulatory compliance covers FCC Class B, ICES Class B, CE Class B, VCCI Class B and RoHS. The use of WPA2-Enterprise and 802.1X is what makes the device appropriate for environments where every wireless endpoint must authenticate against a central server. As security capabilities can differ across the wider Silex range, confirm the supported authentication and encryption modes on the specific product page.
Silex connectivity hardware is positioned for medical, industrial and other regulated environments where reliable device networking matters. The BR-330AC-LP, for example, is presented for industrial and medical deployments, with an ingress-protected enclosure, non-condensing humidity tolerance and a 0 C to 50 C operating range supporting continuous-duty use, plus enterprise security through WPA2-Enterprise and 802.1X. Its low sub-2.5 W power draw suits always-on installations, and applications include medical carts, clinical mobile workstations, industrial HMI and field data capture. Silex’s broader specialism in USB device servers and wireless modules is widely used to network instruments and equipment in healthcare, manufacturing and laboratories. As the device is not rated for the most extreme outdoor or hazardous conditions, confirm the temperature range and ingress rating on the product page for your setting.
AMC Manager is Silex’s device management software, used to discover, configure and monitor Silex connectivity products across a network. For the BR-330AC-LP Ethernet-to-Wi-Fi bridge, it provides the central tool for setup and ongoing administration, which is valuable when bridges are deployed across multiple sites or embedded in fleets of equipment. Centralised management of this kind reduces the manual effort of configuring each device individually and supports consistent settings across an estate. The bridge itself also offers local indication through Power, WLAN and Status LEDs for at-a-glance troubleshooting. Because management tooling and supported features can vary across the wider Silex portfolio, confirm the exact management options and any licensing requirements on the relevant product page before planning a multi-device deployment.
Silex is chosen when existing Ethernet-only equipment needs reliable, secure wireless connectivity without replacing the device. The BR-330AC-LP bridge is purpose-built for this: it plugs into an RJ-45 port and converts the device to dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi, supporting up to 16 clients with enterprise authentication via WPA2-Enterprise and 802.1X, all while drawing under 2.5 W. Its compact 255 g form factor fits space-constrained installations, and it can be powered by a 5 V DC jack or, with an optional cable, over USB. This approach preserves investment in working equipment such as printers, instruments and medical devices while extending their reach onto modern wireless networks. As the stocked Silex range is limited, confirm the bridge’s interfaces and the suitability of the model for your device on the product page.
The Silex hardware on rugged.co.uk centres on Wi-Fi and Ethernet bridging. The BR-330AC-LP supports dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n/ac across both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, with regional channel sets for the US and EU, and a 10Base-T/100Base-TX RJ-45 wired LAN port with auto-detection. Security standards span WPA2-Enterprise, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Personal, WPA-Personal and open authentication with 802.1X, and the device meets FCC, ICES, CE, VCCI Class B and RoHS regulatory requirements. Silex’s broader specialism extends to USB device servers and wireless modules supporting similar Wi-Fi standards for embedding into equipment. Because the current listing focuses on the 802.11ac bridge rather than the full Silex catalogue, confirm the supported wireless standards, frequency bands and wired interfaces on the specific product page for the model you are considering.








