Wi-Fi HaLow is a wireless technology specification that is based on the IEEE 802.11ah protocol. It was first introduced in 2016 and runs on sub-1GHz frequencies, unlike the traditional Wi-Fi protocols which use 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz frequencies.
What is Wi-Fi HaLow
Wi-Fi HaLow runs on sub-1GHz frequencies which meets the requirements of the Internet of Things and support a variety of use cases in industrial, agricultural, smart building and smart city environments. Based on the IEEE 802.11ah standard, Wi-Fi HaLow provides energy-efficient, long-range, scalable Wi-Fi to meet the needs of various IoT applications.
Key benefits of Wi-Fi HaLow include:
• Long distance: up to 1 km
• Stable connections: penetration through walls and other obstacles
• Dramatic battery savings: supports devices that run on coin-sized batteries for months or years
• Simplified access to applications on the Internet and cloud: no proprietary hubs or gateways required
• Latest Wi-Fi security: Supports the latest and most advanced Wi-Fi security – WPA3 and
Wi-Fi Enhanced Open™ – and adoption as future security protocols evolve
WiFi HaLow is lower-power, longer-range and more versatile version of Wi-Fi operating in the sub-1GHz frequencies. The Wi-Fi HaLow standard’s unique combination of energy efficiency, long range connectivity, low latency, security features, and native IP support makes it an ideal protocol choice for wireless connected, battery-powered IOT devices.
Wi-Fi HaLow vs. traditional Wi-Fi
The following is the difference between Wi-Fi HaLow and traditional Wi-Fi. It shows why Wi-Fi HaLow is ideally suited to meet the connectivity requirements of IoT applications.
Wi-Fi HaLow products
Quectel Wi-Fi HaLow Module FGH100MABMD
TE RF ANTENNA supporting Wi-Fi HaLow ANT-915-IPW1-RPS