RLX2-IFH24E ProSoft Frequency-Hopping

ProSoft Technology RLX2-IFH24E Product Introduction
Brand ProSoft Technology (a subsidiary of Rockwell Automation)
Model RLX2-IFH24E
Order Number RLX2-IFH24E-A (FCC version), RLX2-IFH24E-E (ETSI version)
Product Name Industrial Frequency-Hopping 2.4 GHz Ethernet RadioLinx Hotspot
Country of Origin United States
Customs HS Code 8517620090

Dimensions14.7 cm (H) × 11.8 cm (W) × 3.8 cm (D)
(5.78 in × 4.64 in × 1.48 in)
Weight 369 g (13 oz)
Operating Temperature -40°C to +75°C (-40°F to 167°F)
Power Supply
9–24 VDC (wide voltage input)
Average power consumption: 6 W
Peak power consumption: 12 W
Current
Typical operational current: 250 mA @ 24 VDC
Peak current: 500 mA @ 24 VDC
Voltage
Input voltage range: 9 VDC to 24 VDC
RF output power: Programmable (10 mW to 1 W for FCC models; 10 mW to 100 mW for ETSI models)
Key Technical Specifications
Radio Type: Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS)
Frequency Band: 2.400–2.4835 GHz (ISM band)
Data Rates: Programmable 1.1 Mbps or 345 kbps
Communication Ports:- 1 × 10/100 Base-T shielded RJ45 Ethernet port (IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x)
1 × serial port (RS-232/RS-422/RS-485, DB9 connector, 300 bps–230 kbps)
1 × RP-SMA antenna connector
Network Topologies: Point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, repeater (store-and-forward)
Security: 128-bit AES encryption
Environmental Ratings: Vibration (IEC 60068-2-6, 5g @ 10–150 Hz), Shock (IEC 60068-2-27, 20g @ 11ms, 3-axis)
– Humidity: Up to 95% RH (non-condensing)
– Mounting: DIN-rail mount
Practical Application Cases
1. Oil & Gas Remote Monitoring: Deployed across well sites and pipeline facilities to wirelessly transmit pressure, temperature, and flow data to central SCADA systems, enabling real-time monitoring and control over distances exceeding 15 miles (24 km) with high-gain antennas.
2. Water & Wastewater Management: Used to connect remote pump stations, water treatment sensors, and control valves in distributed water networks, eliminating costly wired infrastructure and ensuring reliable communication in outdoor and corrosive environments.
3. Mining & Quarrying: Implemented for underground and surface mining equipment communication, supporting data transfer for conveyor controls, vehicle telemetry, and safety monitoring systems in rugged, high-interference industrial settings.
4. Manufacturing & Logistics: Applied in large-scale factories and warehouses for AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) control, production line machine connectivity, and wireless I/O integration, supporting flexible and scalable industrial automation networks.
5. Electric Utility Substations: Utilized for substation automation, linking remote RTUs, protection relays, and control equipment to utility control centers, providing secure and reliable wireless data transmission in high-voltage electromagnetic environments.