Fixed Wireless Access
 

 

Whether you're expanding coverage in dense cities or reaching underserved rural areas, Wesco’s fixed wireless access (FWA) solutions deliver fiber-like performance without the complexity of traditional cabling.

 

Why Fixed Wireless Access?

A flexible and cost-effective alternative to traditional cabling, FWA is effective at bridging connectivity gaps, enhancing urban coverage, and providing reliable backup when physical connections fail.

FWA uses wireless links between fixed points like towers and antennas to deliver high-speed internet via radio waves. With its ability to support low latency and high bandwidth, FWA often rivals the performance of wired connections. This makes it ideal for areas where fiber installation is costly, disruptive or impractical.

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Key Benefits of Fixed Wireless Access

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Faster Deployment

No permitting or major construction delays

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Cost Effective

Cuts infrastructure and labor costs

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Scalable

Easily adjust bandwidth as needs evolve

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Reliable

Resilient against physical damage and ideal as a backup solution

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Versatile

Performs in remote, rugged and hard-to-reach locations

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Hybrid-Ready

Seamlessly complements fiber in urban and suburban networks

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Funding-Friendly

Aligns with evolving broadband grant programs

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Rural Broadband Access

FWA is proving to be a transformative solution for providers tasked with delivering connectivity to rural communities and remote areas.

FWA operators are unlocking a broad spectrum of opportunities for the communities they serve including increased public services and safety, telework, digital learning, improved healthcare options, business growth, economic development, and agriculture efficiencies.

Comprehensive Fixed Wireless Access Product Set

Wesco offers an extensive portfolio of indoor and outdoor FWA products.

  • Access Points
  • Antennas
  • Cables, Assemblies and Connectivity
  • Enclosures
  • Free Space Optics (FSO)
  • Lightning Protection
  • Microwave, mmWave and Wi-Fi radios
  • Mounting, Grounding and Hardware
  • Point-to-Point, Point-to-Multipoint, and Mesh Radios
  • Power
  • Tower Mounted Amplifiers

Partnering for Success

Navigating the changing technologies and requirements of broadband projects can be complex and time consuming. Partnering with a strategic connectivity expert ensures your mixed technology deployment performs reliably in real-world conditions.

No matter the location or scope of your project, Wesco’s proven expertise, comprehensive suite of services, and extensive product portfolio can help you accelerate time to market.

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CENTAURI Transcelestial Laser

When Fiber Isn’t an Option, Go Laser

When Fiber Isn’t an Option, Go Laser

For expanding last-mile coverage and closing connectivity gaps in remote or hard-to-reach areas, Wesco offers the next generation of wireless laser communications —CENTAURI from Transcelestial. The size of a shoebox and weighing about 3 kg, CENTAURI can help deliver high-speed, high-capacity connectivity quickly. Unlike RF Microwave/e-band solutions, CENTAURI’s point-to-point laser connections help ensure users receive the throughput advertised even in the most challenging environments. 

For expanding last-mile coverage and closing connectivity gaps in remote or hard-to-reach areas, Wesco offers the next generation of wireless laser communications —CENTAURI from Transcelestial. The size of a shoebox and weighing about 3 kg, CENTAURI can help deliver high-speed, high-capacity connectivity quickly. Unlike RF Microwave/e-band solutions, CENTAURI’s point-to-point laser connections help ensure users receive the throughput advertised even in the most challenging environments. 

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