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Mission-critical infrastructure provider Westermo introduced the Ibex-1520 and Ibex-3520, two new Wi-Fi 7 access points developed to meet increasing demand for high-performance, secure, and reliable wireless connectivity in rail environments. Designed for onboard rail applications, the Ibex series combines next-generation wireless technology with rugged reliability and advanced security.
The new Ibex series leverages the Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) standard, enabling high performance for demanding rail applications. Ibex-1520 is a dual-band Wi-Fi 7 access point supporting 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, featuring 2x2 MU-MIMO, Multi-Link Operation (MLO), and support for up to 512 clients per radio.
For more demanding environments, Ibex-3520 delivers tri-band Wi-Fi 7, operating simultaneously on 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz. With 2x2 MU-MIMO, Multi-Link Operation with up to 320 MHz channel bandwidth, and advanced 4096-QAM modulation, it is designed for high-density passenger environments and data-intensive applications such as onboard passenger Wi-Fi and real-time video systems. It also includes Bluetooth 5.2 and GNSS support, enabling precise location data and supporting advanced rail applications where positioning and system awareness are critical.
Built for Harsh Onboard Environments
The Ibex-1520 and Ibex-3520 are engineered specifically for railway use and are fully certified to EN 50155 (electrical safety) and EN 45545-2 (fire protection). They are designed to operate reliably under constant vibration, humidity, temperature variation, and electromagnetic interference.
To ensure long-term durability, the devices feature a GORE-TEX membrane that prevents internal condensation, along with high-level isolation to protect against overvoltage and electrical surges. The devices feature rugged metal housings with IP66 protection, support operating temperatures from −40°C to +70°C, and include M12 connectors.
Secure, Reliable, and Ready for Onboard Rail
Both access points support WPA2/WPA3, 802.1X authentication with RadSec, persistent security logging, and regular security updates. Powered by IbexOS, Westermo’s secure and continuously maintained operating system, the devices are designed for stable, long-term operation in rail networks where reliability and cybersecurity are critical.
Designed for Rail Applications, Today and Tomorrow
The Ibex-1520 and Ibex-3520 are targeted at applications such as passenger Wi-Fi, remote diagnostics and maintenance, data offloading, and seamless integration into Train Control and Management Systems (TCMS). Their compact design simplifies installation in space-constrained environments and contributes to low lifecycle costs. Both products have undergone extensive testing to meet EMC, safety, and railway-specific standards, ensuring dependable performance throughout the lifetime of the train.
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