extronics iWAP XN3, Installation And Operating Manual

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XN3 Installation and Operating Manual
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1 Introduction
The iWAP XN3 has been designed to enable the deployment of popular wireless
access points, radio and communications equipment or Industrial Internet of
Things IIoT / Industry 4.0 devices in Zone 2 / Division 2 hazardous areas (Gas or
Dust). Available in 4 different heights, designated Model 15, 24, 30 and 36, the
iWAP XN3 will suit a wide range of equipment sizes, from a small (IIoT) device to
an industrial access point with wireless gateway in the same enclosure.
The RF outputs of the iWAP XN3 are galvanically isolated to make them intrinsically
safe, allowing users to choose non-certified antennas for use with their wireless
hardware – such as the Extronics iANT2xx range of high quality rugged outdoor
antennas. Any antennas not listed in the Extronics range must be assessed by the
user to ensure they meet the requirements for installation of non-electrical
equipment in hazardous areas.
A range of access points from Cisco and Aruba, have been assessed by our
engineers, following the guidelines of our Notified Body, as suitable for use in the
iWAP XN3 and complying with all regulations. Wireless access points, radio and
communications equipment or IIoT
/ Industry 4.0 devices can be chosen by the
customer as required.
With IP66 / Type 4 (NEMA standards) ingress protection and a Marine grade
copper-free aluminium alloy, e-coat with epoxy powder coated enclosure plus the
option of surge protection, the iWAP XN3 is suitable for a wide variety of industrial
and off-shore locations including chemical and pharmaceutical plants, oil
refineries, FPSOs and oil and gas platforms.