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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
Format
Interface
Manufacturer
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)
Regulatory Compliance
FCC Class B, ICES Class B, CE Class B, VCCI Class B, RoHS
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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BR-330AC-LP
- Low power consumption below 2.5W
- Supports up to 16 clients simultaneously
- Ingress-protected rugged enclosure
- Five-year warranty for long-term use

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