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Covert WiLAN AP Mount Solution for use in High-Volume Office Areas
The typical installation of AP’s in customer’s office environments was unacceptable as the constant blinking lights were an area distraction.
A covert solution was needed and Cetacea engineers did not fail.
Using special antenna placement and designing a mount panel capable spreading out the weight load, the CET5100 answered the call.
- Safe 5 minute installation
- Requires only pliers
- No metal frame or enclosure
- Ceiling or wall mountable
Specification
Request |
Design covert WiLAN AP mount solution for use in high volume office areas |
Requirements |
- Covert AP mount for use in office environments
- High output diversity antennas to broadcast signal over large areas
- Lightweight - Requiring no large enclosure, hardware, bracket or frame
- Adjustable - Able to be moved easily to maximize coverage
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Regulations |
- Must meet or exceed all applicable safety and installation regulations throughout USA
- Must meet or exceed all applicable safety and installation standards for international use
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Solution Part Number |
CET5100 |
Product Description |
- Lightweight ABS panel
- AP mounts on panel to minimize signal cable loss
- Panel lies on top of suspended acoustic tile or any non-metallic ceiling
- Panel spreads weight out over large area supported by tile
- Safety lanyard adds safety to pre and post installation
- Entire solution is invisible to users and ill-doers
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Capabilities Applied/Processes |
- In-house machining, sealing and hand assembly of panel/antenna assembly for safe use in high-volume office environments
- Connector termination by hand to insure highest quality
- Print and application of required labeling
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Equipment Used to Manufacture Part |
- Centurion 2.4 GHz antennas
- Cetacea - Plastic Products & Cabling
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Overall Part Dimensions |
Panel - 16”h x 10”w x 2”d (406.4mm x 254mm x 50.8mm) |
Features/Benefits |
- AP mounts on panel to minimize signal cable loss
- High-output diversity linearly-polarized antennas
- Installable by only one technician
- Lightweight and compact
- Lower cost-per-unit deployment
- Requires no special hardware, brackets or enclosures
- Steel safety lanyard included to aid in safe installation and longterm use
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In process testing performed |
- Initial Inspection - Check for quality, dimensions, pre-machining and finish
- Manufacturing Inspection - Continual check of belted components on production line for quality, dimensions, modification machining and finish
- Final QC Inspection - Check for overall quality, finish, included accessories verification
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Estimated Part Weight |
Panel - 2 lbs. (0.9kg) |
Packaging |
Ships in one (1) standard shipping box shippable standard freight |
Standards Met |
- Customer requirements
- Safety and installation standards for applicable facilities
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