Mesh Outdoor Test: WallysTech DR5018S Wi-Fi 6 Solution Achieves Up to 631 Mbps Aggregate Throughput
Three-Hop Mesh Outdoor Test: WallysTech DR5018S Wi-Fi 6 Solution Achieves Up to 631 Mbps Aggregate Throughput
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In industrial wireless communications, high-speed Wi-Fi is only the starting point. For outdoor industrial networks, long-range wireless backhaul, and multi-node communication systems, the real challenge is extending wireless coverage, maintaining reliable connectivity, and optimizing network performance for specific applications.
The WallysTech DR5018S is a Wi-Fi 6 wireless platform based on the Qualcomm IPQ5018. It supports multiple radio configurations and can be paired with wireless software features such as Mesh networking, seamless roaming, TDMA, and point-to-point (PTP) connectivity to address different project requirements.
Recently, the WallysTech team conducted an outdoor Mesh networking test using the DR5018S platform. Across a test route of approximately 730 meters, the team evaluated multi-stream data transmission over a three-hop Mesh network. The iperf3 test records showed aggregate throughput of 621–631 Mbps.
This test provides a real-world reference for multi-hop wireless performance and demonstrates WallysTech's ability to combine wireless hardware with application-specific software development.
1. Outdoor Performance Test: Three-Hop Mesh with Over 620 Mbps Aggregate Throughput
In real-world wireless deployments, performance depends on more than the wireless chipset and channel bandwidth. Link quality, multi-hop forwarding, radio interference, and network topology can all affect overall throughput.
To evaluate the DR5018S in a multi-hop wireless environment, the WallysTech team conducted an outdoor test using iperf3 for concurrent multi-stream data transmission.
Key test details:
Wireless platform: WallysTech DR5018S
Wireless technology: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Network topology: Three-hop Mesh
Reference test distance: Approximately 730 meters
Test tool: iperf3
Aggregate throughput: 621 Mbps, 628 Mbps, and 631 Mbps across the consecutive test intervals shown in the screenshots
The test records show aggregate throughput remaining above approximately 620 Mbps across the displayed consecutive test intervals.
These results provide a practical reference for evaluating the DR5018S in multi-hop wireless networking scenarios. They may be useful for projects that require extended wireless coverage, multi-node connectivity, or remote data backhaul.
It is important to note that these figures represent aggregate throughput across multiple concurrent data streams, not the throughput of a single client. They also do not imply that every hop independently delivers the same throughput. Actual performance depends on the deployment environment, radio configuration, channel bandwidth, link quality, interference, forwarding path, and network load.
For projects with specific distance, throughput, or node-count requirements, WallysTech can further evaluate the wireless links and hardware configuration based on the intended deployment conditions.
2. DR5018S: A Flexible Wi-Fi 6 Hardware Platform
Wireless projects often have different architectural requirements. Some need separate wireless links for client access and backhaul, while others require multiple frequency bands. In other applications, hardware cost, system complexity, and deployment conditions are the primary considerations.
Based on the Qualcomm IPQ5018 platform, the WallysTech DR5018S uses Wi-Fi 6 technology and offers multiple radio configuration options.
Available frequency combinations include:
2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 5 GHz
Suitable for designs requiring two 5 GHz radio links, allowing client access and backhaul to be planned according to the network architecture.
2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 6 GHz
Suitable for projects that need to support conventional Wi-Fi connectivity while exploring the 6 GHz band. Actual availability depends on the hardware configuration and regulations in the target market.
2.4 GHz + 5 GHz
Suitable for dual-band wireless access, Mesh networking, and applications where hardware cost and system complexity need to be carefully managed.
Depending on project requirements, customers can evaluate radio configurations, antenna design, network interfaces, and software features to select a platform that fits their intended application.
The DR5018S is more than a Wi-Fi 6 connectivity platform. It provides a flexible hardware foundation for developing different types of wireless equipment.
3. More Than Wireless Hardware: Customized Software for Your Application
Wireless hardware provides the foundation for connectivity, while software determines how the network is formed, how nodes communicate, and how the system meets application-specific requirements.
In addition to wireless hardware platforms, WallysTech can develop and optimize wireless software features based on individual project needs.
Mesh Networking: Extend Wireless Coverage
Mesh networking connects multiple wireless nodes, allowing data to be forwarded across multiple wireless hops and extending network coverage beyond a single access point.
It is suitable for industrial campuses, warehouses, outdoor work areas, and other environments requiring connectivity across multiple nodes.
Depending on the application, WallysTech can help evaluate node placement, wireless backhaul paths, and network topology to balance coverage and performance.
Seamless Roaming: Support Connectivity for Mobile Devices
For AGVs, AMRs, and mobile industrial terminals, maintaining connectivity while moving between wireless access points is an important consideration.
WallysTech can develop and optimize roaming-related software mechanisms to help reduce the impact of network transitions on ongoing communications.
Actual roaming performance depends on client capabilities, access point configuration, and the overall network environment. Validation should be performed with the target devices and application.
TDMA: Optimize Multi-Node Transmission Scheduling
In suitable wireless architectures, Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) can coordinate transmission timing among different nodes through time-slot-based scheduling.
For multi-node wireless backhaul, point-to-multipoint communications, and projects with specific transmission scheduling requirements, a TDMA-based software solution can be evaluated according to the network topology and operating environment.
Its effectiveness should be verified through testing under the intended deployment conditions.
PTP: Design Wireless Links for Point-to-Point Connectivity
For wireless communication between two fixed locations, a point-to-point (PTP) solution can be designed around the required frequency band, antenna configuration, radio parameters, and software settings.
PTP is suitable for industrial facility connectivity, building-to-building links, and other dedicated wireless backhaul applications. Actual transmission distance and throughput depend on line-of-sight conditions, antenna gain, transmit power, regulatory restrictions, and the radio environment.
These software capabilities can be selected individually or combined according to project requirements. Not every application needs all of them.
4. Which Projects Can Benefit from the DR5018S?
The DR5018S can serve as a Wi-Fi 6 hardware platform for a range of industrial wireless products. Combined with an appropriate radio configuration and software features, it provides a foundation for application-specific development.
Industrial Campuses and Large Facilities
Extend wireless connectivity for distributed equipment and industrial terminals through multi-node wireless networking.
AGVs, AMRs, and Mobile Robotics
Evaluate roaming-related software optimization to support communication as mobile devices move between wireless access points.
Mining and Outdoor Industrial Networks
Assess Mesh, PTP, or PTMP architectures according to site layout and connectivity requirements for remote equipment and wireless backhaul.
Video Surveillance and Remote Data Transmission
Evaluate frequency configurations and wireless link designs based on concurrent data streams, coverage requirements, and link conditions.
OEM/ODM Wireless Device Development
For companies developing their own equipment and products, WallysTech can provide a wireless hardware platform and undertake software customization based on project requirements.
If you are developing your own wireless product, it is worth evaluating not only individual module specifications but also how the hardware, wireless software, and target application work together.
5. Why Work with WallysTech?
For industrial wireless equipment manufacturers and solution developers, sourcing wireless hardware is only one part of a project. Integration between underlying software, network protocols, wireless links, and application requirements also influences the final product.
WallysTech combines wireless hardware platforms with software development capabilities to support project-specific requirements.
Flexible hardware configurations: Evaluate different Wi-Fi frequency bands and radio combinations based on your application.
Wireless software development: Customize and optimize features such as Mesh networking, roaming, TDMA, and PTP.
Application-driven technical evaluation: Assess wireless solutions according to required distance, network topology, throughput, and device requirements.
OEM/ODM collaboration: Access customized hardware and software support for your own products and development projects.
Our goal is not simply to supply a wireless device, but to help customers build wireless connectivity solutions suited to their products and operating environments.
6. Developing a Wireless Product or Planning a Mesh Network?
If you are developing industrial wireless equipment, outdoor access points, Mesh networking devices, mobile robotics communication systems, or long-range wireless backhaul products, WallysTech would be pleased to discuss your project requirements.
To help identify a suitable solution, share your target transmission distance, network topology, throughput requirements, preferred radio configuration, and any required software features such as Mesh, roaming, TDMA, or PTP.
Based on your application, we can evaluate the DR5018S or another suitable wireless platform and discuss the corresponding hardware and software customization options.
WallysTech — Custom Wireless Hardware & Software for Industrial Connectivity.
From wireless hardware platforms to customized software development, WallysTech helps customers build industrial wireless connectivity solutions tailored to real-world applications.
Product Information: DR5018S Wi-Fi 6 Wireless Platform
Contact WallysTech to discuss your next industrial wireless project.
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