Rajant FE1-2255B Peregrine BreadCrumb®

Part #: RA FE1-2255B PEREGRINE

High-performance quad-radio wireless mesh node delivering up to 2.3 Gbps, built for mobile, rugged environments with integrated InstaMesh® for seamless connectivity.
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The Rajant FE1-2255B Peregrine BreadCrumb® is a cutting-edge industrial-grade wireless mesh node designed to provide robust, high-speed connectivity in challenging and dynamic environments. Equipped with four transceivers—two operating in the 2.4 GHz band and two in the 5 GHz band—the Peregrine supports up to 2.3 Gbps of total data throughput, making it ideal for data-intensive, mobile applications across mining, construction, military, transportation, and smart infrastructure.

At the heart of the Peregrine is Rajant’s patented InstaMesh® technology. Operating at Layer 2, InstaMesh continuously adapts in real-time to network topology changes, ensuring seamless data forwarding and optimal path selection even as nodes move. This results in resilient, self-healing wireless mesh networks that eliminate single points of failure and maintain connectivity across mobile assets and personnel.

The Peregrine supports multiple MIMO (2×2) radio interfaces, allowing for concurrent multi-frequency communication in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. It is also compatible with military, licensed, and proprietary frequencies, offering flexibility for diverse regulatory environments. Each unit comes equipped with 802.11ac Wi-Fi, enabling access point and client mode services to interface with common devices such as IP cameras, sensors, tablets, and smartphones.

Security is a key strength of the Peregrine. It supports a wide range of encryption protocols, including AES256-GCM, XSalsa20, and HMAC-SHA512, providing per-hop, per-packet authentication and robust data protection. For deployment simplicity, features like Automatic Protocol Tunneling (APT) enable fast off-loading to Ethernet, and its bridge-mode links ensure smooth integration into existing networks.

Physically, the unit is built to withstand harsh conditions. Its rugged, environmentally sealed IP67-rated enclosure supports operation in extreme temperatures from -40°C to +70°C, ensuring reliable performance in the toughest industrial and outdoor environments. The FE1-2255B model is compliant with global certifications across the US, Canada, Australia, South Africa, and more.

Whether it’s enabling digital transformation in mining, securing mobile operations in defense, or improving connectivity at ports and railyards, the Rajant Peregrine BreadCrumb® delivers unmatched performance, scalability, and reliability.

  • Specifications

Wireless Connectivity

  • Frequency Bands:

    • 2.4 GHz: 2402 – 2482 MHz

    • 5 GHz: U-NII-1/2A/2C/3 (5150 – 5850 MHz)

  • Modulation:

    • 2.4 GHz: DSSS, CCK, OFDM (up to 64-QAM)

    • 5 GHz: OFDM (up to 256-QAM)

  • Max Data Rates:

    • 2.4 GHz: 300 Mbps

    • 5 GHz: 866.7 Mbps

    • Combined: Up to 2.3 Gbps

  • MIMO: 2×2 MIMO per radio

  • Transmit Power: Up to 30 dBm (frequency dependent)

  • Receive Sensitivity:

    • 2.4 GHz: -100 dBm to -76 dBm

    • 5 GHz: -94 dBm to -68 dBm

Networking & Security

  • Networking Functions: VLAN, QoS, Access Point, Bridge, Gateway, DHCP, NAT, Port Forwarding, APT

  • Encryption & Authentication:

    • AES256/192/128-GCM & CTR, XSalsa20, HMAC-SHA variants, Poly-1305-AES

    • Supports WPA2, 802.11i, WEP, Access Control Lists

  • InstaMesh®: Dynamic Layer 2 routing for real-time path optimization

Interfaces & I/O

  • Ethernet: (2) M12 X-Code, 10/100/1000 Mbps

  • USB: USB 2.0 Type A

  • LEDs: (2) Status indicators

  • Switches: LED config/zeroize/reset

  • Power Input: M12 L-Code, DC Power

Power

  • Voltage Range: 20–60 VDC (DC input); 38–60 VDC (Passive PoE)

  • PoE: IEEE 802.3bt Type 3 / PoE++

  • Consumption:

    • Idle: 10 W

    • Peak: 34 W @ 48 V

Mechanical & Environmental

  • Dimensions: 264.9 mm x 253.7 mm x 46.2 mm

  • Weight: 2946 g (approx. 6.5 lbs)

  • Temperature Rating:

    • Operating: -40°C to +70°C

    • Storage: -40°C to +80°C

  • Ingress Protection: IP67 rated

Certifications

  • FCC (US), IC (Canada), AS/NZS 4268 (Australia), CE (in progress), IFT/NOM (Mexico), Peru, Philippines, ICASA (South Africa), MIC (Japan)

Warranty

  • 1 Year Limited Warranty

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