RedwoodComm RWC7001A

Small, high-performance shielding boxes for wireless devices

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Prices for full enclosures start at $2,240

If you’re developing wireless devices, it’s hard to test RF performance without a shielding box. High-performance modulation systems like LoRaWAN® require shielding of 100 dB or more. You may also need to get digital signals to the unit under test without letting RF leak in.

The RWC7001A system of RF shielding boxes can meet a wide variety of testing needs. High and reliable shielding performance obtained by a triple-contact structure makes it easy to test and measure radiated performance of wireless devices. It’s suitable for testing many common communication technologies:

  • LTE, NB-IoT (700 MHz, 2-6 GHz)
  • LoRa, Sigfox device (400 MHz, 900 MHz, 2.4 GHz)
  • Wi-Fi devices (2.4 GHz, 4.8-6.2 GHz)
  • Bluetooth / BLE devices (2.4 GHz)
  • GPS/GNSS devices (1.2-1.6 GHz)
  • ISM-band FSK, GFSK, MSK, OOK devices (400 MHz, 900 MHz)

Key Features

Triple contact shield structure
This advanced structure guarantees stable shielding characteristics over a wide frequency range up to 6.4 GHz
Internal absorber
Internal RF absorber provides more stable RF test conditions
Easy maintenance
Users can easily replace shield gaskets manually
Wide range of I/O modules available
Adapt to new test requirements by simply updating moduules, with easy field update
Available lid-mounted antenna
More stable test environment, easy setup
Locking hinge
Easily seal the enclosure for testing

Specifications

Shield Characteristics Measured with blank panels mounted
Shield Effectiveness ≥ 100 dB
Frequency: 400 MHz to 6.4 GHz
Dimensions (W x H x D) Interior: 290 x 190 x 100 mm (10.2 x 7.5 x 3.9 in)
Exterior: 355 x 270 x 180 mm (14 x 10.6 x 7 in)
Packing: 450 x 350 x 270 mm (17.7 x 13.8 x 10.6 in)
Weight Product: approx. 8.5 kg
Packing: approx. 10.5 kg

Available Modules

Order Code Description
O7100A-91 EMI Shielding Gasket Set for maintenance
O7100A-92 Wide-band Right-Hand Circular Polarized Antenna Set
– mounted on lid of box
– Frequency Range: 700 MHz to 8.5 GHz
– N(F) to SMA(F) Adapter and RF cables installed
O7100A-93 Wide-band Left-Hand Circular Polarized Antenna Set
– Same specs as Right-Hand Circular Polarized Antenna
5600-1000 Blank module, Type A
5640-1000 USB 3.0 Fiber Interface Module, Type A
– 1 x USB 3.0 gen1 only (no USB 2.0 interface)
– 1x DC IN (V_IN: DC 12V to 17V)
– USB Vout 5V 3A, V_OUT = V_IN
5640-2000 Blank Module, Type B
5630-1000 RF N-Type Module, Type B
– 2 x N(F) outside to SMA(F) inside
5630-2000 RF SMA Module, Type B
– 2 x SMA(F) outside to SMA(F) inside
5640-2000 D-Sub 9-pin Module, Type B
– DB 9P(M) outside to DB 9S(F) inside
– 5,0000pf Pi Filter
5640-1100 IO USB 3.0 to 2.0/3.0 Hub
– Dimensions 94 x 63 x 22 mm (W x D x H)
– 1 x USB 3.0 gen1 to 1 x USB 2.0 and 3 x USB 3.0
– 1 x DC IN (12V to 24V)

Preconfigured Systems

The RWC7001A is fully customizable at time of order. However, we offer a few standard configurations on the MCCI Store.

Order Code Description
C7100A‑80 RWC7001A with blank A module, 2 x SMA(F) to SMA(F) module, and DB9 module
C7100A‑81 RWC7001A with USB 3.0 fiber interface, 2 x SMA(F) to SMA(F) module, and blank B module
C7100A‑82 RWC7001A with USB 3.0 fiber interface, USB 3.0 to USB 2.0 hub, 2 x blank B, and right-hand circular polarized antenna set

Related Products

RedwoodComm also offers a family of LoRa® and LoRaWAN® product testers, the RWC5020x family. The family has three members, the RWC5020B, the RWC5020M, and the RWC5021P.

The RWC5020B stand-alone tester has the most features. It combines dual-band support (400 MHz to 510 MHz and 862 MHz to 960 MHz) with extensive front-panel control and an LCD display. The RWC5020B and RWC5020M have the same RF and test capabilities.

The RWC5020M is the computer-controlled version of the RWC5020B stand-alone tester. It has the same RF and test capabilities as the RWC5020B, but lacks the front panel control, and requires that you connect it to a separate test computer (not included).

The RWC5021P personal device tester focuses on cost-effective device testing under computer control.

More Information

More information is available from RedwoodComm’s site: check the RWC7001A home page.

Why buy from MCCI?

For over 25 years, MCCI has been offering tools and software to engineers around the world. We’ve been doing LoRaWAN since 2016, and we are very actively involved in LoRaWAN deployments in New York City, Ithaca, NY, and in India. Our engineers have a deep practical understanding of LoRaWAN and the importance of good test equipment when solving real-world problems. We can arrange a demo via the web, or hands-on in person.