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Wi-Fi 6 Mini PCIe Module axE2-4950
The QCN9072 Wi-Fi module axE2-4950 is a high-performance Wi-Fi 6 Mini PCIe radio module designed for OEM and industrial wireless systems. Built on Qualcomm’s QCN9072 chipset, it delivers up to 30 dBm transmit power, supports OpenWRT, and operates in the 4.9–5.9 GHz band for reliable high-throughput connectivity.
Wi-Fi 6 OpenWRT Mini PCIe Module for Industrial Connectivity
The axE2-4950 is engineered for embedded platforms requiring stable, high-speed wireless performance. With OpenWRT compatibility and PCIe Gen 3 interface, it enables flexible firmware customization and seamless integration into networking devices. Learn more about Wi-Fi transceiver modules and industrial wireless solutions.
Key Features
- Qualcomm QCN9072 Wi-Fi 6 chipset
- Mini PCIe interface with PCIe 3.0
- Up to 30 dBm transmit power
- 4.9 GHz to 5.9 GHz operating band
- 2×2 MU-MIMO support
- IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax compliance
- OpenWRT and Linux driver support (ath11k)
- Industrial operating temperature (-40°C to +85°C)
- High interference resilience
axE2-4590 Wi-Fi 6 Key Features
IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac/ax
Wifi 6 Transceiver module, complying to 802.11 b/gn/ac/ax standards supporting 2T2R in 4.9/5 GHz ISM Band.
OpenWRT support
OpenWRT Linux supported by ath11K wireless driver
Interference Desensitization
Low noise Receiver design integrated with top-tier OBB management provides strong resilience to out-of-band signals, maintaining robust connectivity in the most challenging environments
Best-in Class Receive Sensitivity
Low noise receiver tweaked for optimized Noise Figure offers sharp ears to the OEM systems to maintain reliable connectivity under all circumstances
TX Power of 30 dBm
Highly linear transmitter design with an ultra-high TX power of 30 dBm adhering to strict EVM level exceeding requirements of OFDM modulated signals
Low Latency and High Data Bandwidth
The module offers low latency and high Data Bandwidth, which are crucial for seamless communication and optimal performance. With theoretical maximum speeds of up to 2.4 Gbps with 1024 QAM modulation, it delivers exceptional performance for critical applications
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- SWaP-C (Size, Weight, Power & Cost) optimized Radio Module
- High-Performance, Dual independent Radio operating in ISM 2.4 GHz license-free Band and 4.9 GHz (Public safety), UNII-B1,B2A,B2C and B3 Bands
- Conforming to IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n Standards and 2×2 MIMO
- 29 dBm TX Power
- -40 deg C to +85 deg C Operating Temperature
- Robust and Vibration Resillience
Technical Performance
The axE2-4950 delivers stable throughput and low latency in dense RF environments. With optimized receive sensitivity and high TX output, it ensures reliable connectivity even in interference-heavy deployments.
For deeper insights, read radio performance metrics.
Technical Specifications
| Chipset | QUALCOMM QCN-9072-1 |
| EEPROM | 2-Mbit serial I²C bus EEPROM |
| Host Interface | Mini PCIe interface with PCIe 3.0 |
| Operating System | Linux, supports open source ath11K Linux driver |
| Security | AES-CCMP at 128/256 bits AES-GCMP at 128/256 bits WEP, TKIP hardware encryption WAPI-2 hardware encryption WPA/WPA2-Personal/WPA2-Enterprise and WPA3 Personal |
| Operating frequency | 4900 MHz to 5900 MHz (Operating channels) |
Data rate-11g Data rate-11n Data rate-11ac Data rate-11ax | 6Mbps, 9Mbps, 12Mbps, 18 Mbps, 24Mbps, 36Mbps, 48Mbps, 54Mbps MCS0, MCS1, MCS2, MCS3, MCS4, MCS5, MCS6, MCS7 MCS0, MCS1, MCS2, MCS3, MCS4, MCS5, MCS6, MCS7 ,MCS8, MCS9, MCS10, MCS11 MCS0, MCS1, MCS2, MCS3, MCS4, MCS5, MCS6, MCS7 ,MCS8, MCS9, MCS10, MCS11, MCS12, MCS13 |
| Channel BW | 5 MHz/10 MHz/20 MHz/40 MHz/80 MHz/160 MHz |
| Compliance | RoHS, MIL-STD-810G Shock & Vibration |
| MAC ID | 74E277 Series |
| INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V DC / 5V DC (through miniPCI pins 45,47,49,51 for PA) |
| Total DC Power Consumption | 9.5 Watts in 2×2 MU-MIMO mode |
| RF Antenna connector | x2 MMCX Female(Jack), Straight connectors |
| ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 deg C to +85 deg C |
| PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Mechanical Dimension | (L) 51 mm x (W) 30 mm x (W) 25.5mm |
| Weight (grams) | 50 |
| REGULATORY INFORMATION | |
| Compliance | Work in Progress |
| PACKAGING INFORMATION | |
| No of units | 100, Shipping Carton Dimension (52 cm x 23 cm x 13 cm) |
| ORDERING INFORMATION | |
| axE4-4950 | Mini PCIe Radio Module, 2×2 MU-MIMO, IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac/ax, 4.9/5 GHz 30 dBm |
| Frequency (MHz) | Data rate | TX Power per chain (dBm) | DC Power Consumption (W) | RX Sensitivity (dBm) |
| 11n-HT20 | MCS0 | 27 | 9.5 | -92 |
| MCS7 | 21 | 5.7 | -73 | |
| 11n-HT40 | MCS0 | 27 | 9.5 | -89 |
| MCS7 | 21 | 5.7 | -70 | |
| 11ac-VHT20 | MCS0 | 27 | 9.5 | -95 |
| MCS11 | 19 | 5 | -66 | |
| 11ac-VHT40 | MCS0 | 27 | 9.5 | -92 |
| MCS11 | 19 | 5 | -63 | |
| 11ac-VHT80 | MCS0 | 27 | 9.5 | -89 |
| MCS11 | 19 | 5 | -60 | |
| 11ac-VHT160 | MCS0 | 27 | 9.5 | -86 |
| MCS13 | 18 | 5 | -57 | |
| 11ax-HE20 | MCS0 | 27 | 9.5 | -93 |
| MCS13 | 18 | 5 | -63 | |
| 11ax-HE40 | MCS0 | 27 | 9.5 | -90 |
| MCs13 | 18 | 5 | -60 | |
| 11ax-HE80 | MCSo | 27 | 9.5 | -87 |
| MCS13 | 18 | 5 | -57 | |
| 11ax-HE160 | MCS0 | 27 | 9.5 | -84 |
| MCS13 | 17 | 5 | -54 |
| Parameter | Specification |
Receiver Maximum input level (10% PER) 11b, 11g < 18 Mbps, 11n/11ac/11ax < MCS5 11b, 11g > 18 Mbps, 11n/11ac/11ax > MCS5 | > 2 dBm > -10 dBm |
| Frequency Accuracy | Within ± 10 PPM |
Receiver Adjacent Channel Rejection (ACR) 11g, 6 Mbps 11ac,11ax, HE40-MCS0 11ax, HE40-MCS11 |
> 25 dBC > 30 dBC > 11 dBC |
Interference De-sensitization 11ax, HE20-MCS13 400 MHz to 2350 MHz 4800 MHz to 5825 MHz |
> 50 dBC > 60 dBC |
| Parameter | Specification |
| RF Power control Step | 0.5 dBm |
| Spectral Mask Compliance | Compliant with IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax Mask, with > 5 dB margin |
| EVM Compliance | Compliant with IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax EVM requirement with > 5 dB margin |
| Second Harmonic Spurious Emission | -30 dBC |
| Third Harmonic Spurious Emission | -40 dBC |
| Transmitter Spurious Emission | FCC PART 15C COMPLIANT |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does axE2-4950 support Wi-Fi 6E?
No, it supports Wi-Fi 6 in the 5 GHz band, not 6 GHz. Learn about
Wi-Fi vs other wireless technologies.
Is OpenWRT supported?
Yes, the module supports OpenWRT via ath11k drivers.
What is the maximum transmit power?
Up to 30 dBm.
What applications is this module suitable for?
Industrial IoT, outdoor wireless links, and embedded networking systems. Explore
wireless applications.
What chipset is used?
Qualcomm QCN9072.
What interface does it use?
Mini PCIe with PCIe 3.0.
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