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AWK-3252A Series

Industrial Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) wireless AP/bridge/clients

Features and Benefits

  • IEEE 802.11ac Wi-Fi 5 AP/bridge/client
  • Concurrent dual-band Wi-Fi with aggregated data rates up to 1.267 Gbps
  • Adaptive self-forming, self-healing, and controller-agnostic mesh network with AeroMesh
  • -40 to 75°C wide operating temperature (-T) models provided for smooth wireless communication in harsh environments
  • Built-in 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz band pass filter for more reliable wireless connections
  • Power and antenna port isolation for enhanced ESD/surge protection and durability in extreme conditions
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Introduction

The AWK-3252A Series are a range of robust 3-in-1 industrial wireless AP/bridge/clients designed to act as a reliable wireless backbone for indoor industrial networks. They are ideal for building high-performance Wi-Fi 5 connectivity in demanding environments such as automated factories, warehouses, and processing plants.

Featuring AeroMesh technology, the AWK-3252A Series simplifies network deployment where cabling is impractical or costly. Self-forming and self-healing wireless paths speed up deployment and configuration in highly dynamic applications while minimizing downtime.

Tailored Industrial Wireless Technology

  • AP-agnostic seamless roaming with client-based Turbo Roaming 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. for sub-150 ms roaming recovery times between APs (in Client mode)

  • 802.11r Fast Roaming enables faster, more reliable Wi-Fi client roaming and improved third-party interoperability

  • DFS channel support for a wider range of 5 GHz channels to avoid interference from existing wireless infrastructure

  • AP-based client disconnection mechanism to help wireless clients without roaming intelligence obtain optimal AP services

  • Universal (UN) models with configurable country for more flexible global deployment

  • Dedicated MXview Wireless network management software with dynamic topology view, interactive roaming history playback, and detailed device information and performance indicator charts

  • Latest WPA3 encryption for enhanced wireless network security

Industrial Compliance and Certifications

  • CC-Link IE TSN certified time-sensitive performance required to integrate wireless devices into advanced factory automation networks

  • Compliant with EN 18031-1 to ensure both EU regulatory alignment and enhanced protection against cyberthreats

  • WLAN Standards

    2.4 GHz: 802.11b/g/n with 256 QAM support
    5 GHz: 802.11a/n/ac Wave 2 with 256 QAM support
    WMM for QoS

  • Frequency Band for US (20 MHz operating channels)

    AWK-3252A-US models only:
    2.412 to 2.462 GHz (11 channels)
    5.180 to 5.240 GHz (4 channels)
    5.260 to 5.320 GHz (4 channels) 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.
    5.500 to 5.700 GHz (11 channels) 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.
    5.745 to 5.825 GHz (5 channels)

  • Frequency Band for UN (20 MHz operating channels)

    AWK-3252A-UN models only:
    2.412 to 2.472 GHz (13 channels)
    5.180 to 5.240 GHz (4 channels)
    5.260 to 5.320 GHz (4 channels) 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.
    5.500 to 5.700 GHz (11 channels) 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.
    5.745 to 5.825 GHz (5 channels)
    Available channels change depending on the selected country or region code.

  • Wireless Security

    WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Enterprise (IEEE 802.1X/RADIUS, TKIP, AES)
    WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal

  • Wireless Roaming

    Turbo Roaming 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.
    802.11r

  • Transmission Rate

    2.4 GHz: Up to 400 Mbps
    5 GHz: Up to 867 Mbps

  • Transmitter Power for 802.11a (Dual Chain)

    25±1.5 dBm @ 6 Mbps
    23±1.5 dBm @ 54 Mbps

  • Transmitter Power for 802.11n (5 GHz, Dual Chain)

    25±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
    22±1.5 dBm @ MCS7 20 MHz
    24±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
    22±1.5 dBm @ MCS7 40 MHz

  • Transmitter Power for 802.11ac (Dual Chain)

    25±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
    22±1.5 dBm @ MCS8 20 MHz
    24±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
    21±1.5 dBm @ MCS9 40 MHz
    23±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 80 MHz
    20±1.5 dBm @ MCS9 80 MHz

  • Transmitter Power for 802.11b (Dual Chain)

    29±1.5 dBm @ 1 Mbps
    29±1.5 dBm @ 11 Mbps

  • Transmitter Power for 802.11g (Dual Chain)

    29±1.5 dBm @ 6 Mbps
    26±1.5 dBm @ 54 Mbps

  • Transmitter Power for 802.11n (2.4 GHz, Dual Chain)

    28±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
    25±1.5 dBm @ MCS7 20 MHz
    28±1.5 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
    25±1.5 dBm @ MCS7 40 MHz

  • Receiver Sensitivity for 802.11a (measured at 5.680 GHz)

    Typ. -88 @ 6 Mbps
    Typ. -72 @ 54 Mbps

  • Receiver Sensitivity for 802.11n (5 GHz; measured at 5.680 GHz)

    Typ. -88 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
    Typ. -68 dBm @ MCS7 20 MHz
    Typ. -84 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
    Typ. -66 dBm @ MCS7 40 MHz

  • Receiver Sensitivity for 802.11ac

    Typ. -88 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
    Typ. -65 dBm @ MCS8 20 MHz
    Typ. -85 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
    Typ. -60 dBm @ MCS9 40 MHz
    Typ. -81 dBm @ MCS0 80 MHz
    Typ. -55 dBm @ MCS9 80 MHz

  • Receiver Sensitivity for 802.11b (measured at 2.437 GHz)

    Typ. -96 dBm @ 1 Mbps
    Typ. -88 dBm @ 11 Mbps

  • Receiver Sensitivity for 802.11g (measured at 2.437 GHz)

    Typ. -90 dBm @ 6 Mbps
    Typ. -74 dBm @ 54 Mbps

  • Receiver Sensitivity for 802.11n (2.4 GHz; measured at 2.437 GHz)

    Typ. -90 dBm @ MCS0 20 MHz
    Typ. -70 dBm @ MCS7 20 MHz
    Typ. -87 dBm @ MCS0 40 MHz
    Typ. -69 dBm @ MCS7 40 MHz

  • WLAN Operation Mode

    Access point
    Client
    Client-Router
    Master
    Slave
    Sniffer
    Mesh

  • Antenna

    External, 2/2 dBi
    Omni-directional

  • Antenna Connectors

    2 RP-SMA female

  • Standards

    IEEE 802.3 for 10BaseT
    IEEE 802.3u for 100BaseT(X)
    IEEE 802.3ab for 1000BaseT(X)
    IEEE 802.3af for PoE
    IEEE 802.3at for PoE
    IEEE 802.3az for Energy-Efficient Ethernet
    IEEE 802.1Q for VLAN Tagging
    IEEE 802.1X for authentication

  • 10/100/1000BaseT(X) Ports (RJ45 connector)

    1

  • PoE Ports (10/100/1000BaseT(X), RJ45 connector)

    1

  • Management

    DHCP Server
    DHCP Client
    DNS
    HTTP
    IPv4/IPv6
    LLDP
    SMTP
    SNMPv1/v2c/v3
    Syslog
    TCP/IP
    Telnet
    UDP
    VLAN
    MXconfig
    MXview One
    MXview Wireless
    Turbo Roaming Analyzer

  • Routing

    Port forwarding
    Static Route
    NAT

  • Security

    HTTPS/SSL
    RADIUS
    SSH
    Certificate Management

  • Time Management

    SNTP Client

  • Filter

    ICMP
    MAC address
    IP protocol
    Port-based
    Wi-Fi ACL
    Client Isolation

  • Console Port

    RS-232
    8-pin RJ45

  • Storage Port

    USB Type A (for ABC-02 only)

  • LED Indicators

    PWR1, PWR2, PoE, SYS, 2.4G, 5G, LAN1, LAN2

  • Digital Inputs

    2
    Max. input current: 8 mA
    +13 to +30 V for state 1
    +3 to -30 V for state 0

  • Alarm Contact Channels

    Relay output with current carrying capacity of 1 A @ 24 VDC

  • Buttons

    Reset button

  • Housing

    Metal

  • IP Rating

    IP30

  • Dimensions

    45 x 130 x 100 mm (1.77 x 5.12 x 3.94 in)

  • Weight

    700 g (1.5 lb)

  • Installation

    DIN-rail mounting
    Wall mounting (with optional kit)

  • Input Current

    12 to 48 VDC, 2.2 to 0.5 A

  • Input Voltage

    12 to 48 VDC
    Redundant dual inputs
    48 VDC Power over Ethernet

  • Power Connector

    1 removable 10-contact terminal block(s)

  • Power Consumption

    28.4 W (max.)

  • Operating Temperature

    Standard models: -25 to 60°C (-13 to 140°F)
    Wide temp. models: -40 to 75°C (-40 to 167°F)

  • Storage Temperature (package included)

    -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)

  • Ambient Relative Humidity

    5 to 95% (non-condensing)

  • EMC

    EN 61000-6-2/-6-4
    EN 55032/35

  • EMI

    CISPR 32, FCC Part 15B Class A

  • EMS

    IEC 61000-4-2 ESD: Contact: 8 kV; Air: 15 kV
    IEC 61000-4-3 RS: 80 MHz to 1 GHz: 10 V/m
    IEC 61000-4-4 EFT: Power: 2 kV; Signal: 2 kV
    IEC 61000-4-5 Surge: Power: 2 kV; Signal: 1 kV
    IEC 61000-4-6 CS: 10 V/m
    IEC 61000-4-8 PFMF: 30 A/m

  • Cybersecurity

    IEC 62443-4-2 Security Level 1
    EN 18031-1

  • Safety

    IEC 62368-1
    UL 62368-1

  • Hazardous Locations

    ATEX
    Class I Division 2
    IECEx

  • Road Vehicles

    E mark E1

  • Vibration

    IEC 60068-2-6

  • Radio

    EN 300 328, EN 301 489-1/17, EN 301 893, FCC, MIC, NCC, RCM, SRRC, WPC, KC, NBTC, IC

  • Time

    653,801 hrs

  • Standards

    Telcordia Standard SR-332

Software, Firmware, and Drivers

FILTER

All Firmware Software Package Utility
Name Type Checksum Version Operating System Release Date
SNMP MIB File for AWK-1151C/3252A/4252A Series Download
31.0 KB 		Software Package
SHA-512
v3.3
Jul 25, 2025 Jul 25, 2025 Release notes
AWK Series Firmware (AWK-1151C/3252A/4252A Series) Download
31.8 MB 		Firmware
SHA-512
v3.3
Jul 25, 2025 Jul 25, 2025 Release notes
Moxa Turbo Roaming Analyzer Utility Download
6.9 MB 		Utility
SHA-512
v2.0
  • Windows 10
 Aug 25, 2023 Aug 25, 2023 Release notes

Support Documents

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All Datasheet Declaration Manual QIG
Name Type Version Release Date
Datasheet for AWK-3252A Series Download
957.0 KB 		Datasheet v2.7 Jan 09, 2026 Jan 09, 2026
Moxa AWK Series Manual (AWK-1151C/3252A/4252A Series) Download
14.1 MB 		Manual v3.2 Jul 25, 2025 Jul 25, 2025
Declaration of Conformity (cybersecurity) for AWK-3252A Series Download
205.2 KB 		Declaration v1.0 Jul 22, 2025 Jul 22, 2025
Declaration of Conformity (EU/UK) for AWK-3252A Series Download
315.8 KB 		Declaration v1.1 Jun 27, 2025 Jun 27, 2025
QIG for AWK-3252A Series Download
3.3 MB 		QIG v1.5 Feb 24, 2025 Feb 24, 2025
QIG for AWK-3252A Series Download
3.3 MB 		QIG v1.4 Aug 08, 2024 Aug 08, 2024
FOSS Statement for AWK-1151C Series, AWK-3252A Series, AWK-4252A Series Download
1.4 MB 		Declaration v2.0 Aug 01, 2024 Aug 01, 2024
AWK Series CLI Manual (AWK-1151C, AWK-3252A, AWK-4252A) Download
3.5 MB 		Manual v3.0 Jul 15, 2024 Jul 15, 2024
IEC 62443-4-2 Security Level 1 Certification for AWK-1151C/3252A/4252A Series Download
283.6 KB 		Declaration v1.0 Apr 14, 2023 Apr 14, 2023

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BandUNUNUSUS
Standards802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2
Operating Temp.-25 to 60°C-40 to 75°C-25 to 60°C-40 to 75°C
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