QCN6274 WiFi 7 (802.11be) 2×2 MU-MIMO 2.4+6GHz Dual Band Module with Diplexer WLTB7002E26
- Qualcomm QCN6274 ‘Waikiki’ series for Commercial Grade
- Qualcomm QCN9274 ‘Waikiki’ series for Industrial Grade
- M.2 B+M Key Interface with PCIe 3.0
- The diplexer combines the 2.4GHz and 6GHz signals into one single dual-band antenna
- Based on WK03.2 reference design
- Supports up to 4096-QAM
- -20°C to 70°C operating temperature
WLTB7002E26 – WiFi 7 (802.11be) 2×2 MU-MIMO 2.4+6GHz Dual Band Module with Diplexer
Product Overview
WLTB7002E26 is a Dual-Band Concurrent 2.4+6GHz WiFi 7 (802.11be) module based on Qualcomm QCN6274/QCN9274 ‘Waikiki’ series. Features 2T2R MU-MIMO, M.2 B+M Key form factor, PCIe 3.0 interface, supporting MLO, 4096-QAM, OFDMA, and Preamble Puncturing for enterprise and industrial applications.
WLTB7002E26 delivers up to 20dBm per chain for 2.4GHz and 18dBm for 6GHz with concurrent dual-band operation. The cost-efficient diplexer design reduces antenna requirements. Paired with WLTB7002E55 for optimal Quad-Band Bundle performance.
Supporting up to 4096-QAMs, WLTB7002E26 with OFDMA is ideal for Enterprise, Industrial, Cybersecurity, Transportation, and SMB applications. Multi-link operation (MLO) reduces latency and aggregates throughput. FIPS L2 is available on QCN9274 for cryptographic protection. Compatible with Intel x86 and ARM processors (NXP, Marvell).
Key Overview
Target Users: Enterprise wireless access, Industrial automation, Cybersecurity appliances, Transportation systems, SMB networking equipment.
Core Strengths: WiFi 7 with MLO support, concurrent 2.4+6GHz dual-band, cost-efficient diplexer, M.2 B+M Key form factor, FIPS L2 encryption on QCN9274.
Typical Applications: WiFi 7 access points, industrial IoT gateways, security appliances, edge computing, multi-band wireless routers.
Technical Specifications
General
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chipset(s) | Qualcomm QCN6274 (Commercial) / QCN9274 (Industrial) |
| WiFi Interface | PCIe 3.0 |
| Connector(s) | 2x U.FL Connectors |
| Form Factor | M.2 2230 B+M Key |
Wireless
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | IEEE 802.11be (WiFi 7) |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4GHz + 6GHz Concurrent (Dual-Band) |
| 2.4GHz Band | 802.11b/g/n/ax/be, max 20dBm per chain, up to 688Mbps |
| 6GHz Band | 802.11ax/be, max 18dBm per chain, up to 5765Mbps |
| WLAN Frequency Range | 2.412~2.472GHz / 5.945~7.125GHz |
| Channel Spectrum Widths | 20/40MHz at 2.4GHz / 20/40/80/160/320MHz at 6GHz |
| MIMO Configuration | 2×2 MU-MIMO (2T2R) |
| Modulation | Up to 4096-QAM |
Power
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V DC |
| Power Consumption | 8.3W (Max) |
Certifications
| Region | Certification |
|---|---|
| USA | FCC |
| EU Region | CE RED |
| Canada | IC |
Environmental Compliances
| Standard | Status |
|---|---|
| REACH | Compliant |
| RoHS | Compliant |
Key Features
WiFi 7 Technology
Supports 802.11be with 4096-QAM, OFDMA, and Preamble Puncturing for maximum spectral efficiency and throughput.
Concurrent Dual-Band
2.4GHz + 6GHz simultaneous operation with diplexer design reduces antenna requirements and system cost.
MLO Support
Multi-Link Operation reduces latency and aggregates throughput across bands for seamless connectivity.
M.2 B+M Key Form Factor
Compact M.2 2230 module with standard PCIe 3.0 interface for easy integration into various host platforms.
FIPS L2 Encryption
Industrial-grade QCN9274 supports FIPS L2 cryptographic protection for security-critical applications.
3rd Party Platform Support
Works with Intel x86 and ARM processors (NXP, Marvell) – not restricted to Qualcomm ecosystem.
M.2 Pin Assignment
The M.2 B+M Key interface provides both PCIe and USB connectivity options. Below is the comprehensive pin assignment for the WLTB7002E26 module’s M.2 connector.
Key Signal Definitions
| Signal | Description |
|---|---|
| PCIE0_Rx0/Tx0, PCIE0_Rx1/Tx1 | PCIe 3.0 differential pair signals for high-speed data transfer |
| REFCLK_N/P | Reference clock differential pair (100MHz) |
| RESET_3V3 | Module reset signal (active low) |
| CLKREQ_3V3 | PCIe clock request signal |
| WAKE_3V3 | Wake-on-WLAN signal for power management |
| W_DISABLE_1V8 | Wireless disable control (RF kill) |
| VDD_3V3 | 3.3V power supply input |
Full Pin Assignment Table
| Pin # | Top Side Signal | Pin # | Bottom Side Signal |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NC (No Connect) | 2 | VDD_3V3 |
| 3 | GND (Ground) | 4 | VDD_3V3 |
| 5 | NC (No Connect) | 6 | W_DISABLE_1V8 |
| 7 | NC (No Connect) | 8 | W_DISABLE_1V8 |
| 9 | NC (No Connect) | 10 | NC (No Connect) |
| 11 | GND (Ground) | 12 | NC (No Connect) |
| 13-26 | NC (No Connect) | 14-28 | NC (No Connect) |
| 27 | GND (Ground) | 28 | NC (No Connect) |
| 29 | PCIE0_Rx1_N | 30 | NC (No Connect) |
| 31 | PCIE0_Rx1_P | 32 | NC (No Connect) |
| 33 | GND (Ground) | 34 | NC (No Connect) |
| 35 | PCIE0_Tx1_N | 36 | NC (No Connect) |
| 37 | PCIE0_Tx1_P | 38 | NC (No Connect) |
| 39 | GND (Ground) | 40 | NC (No Connect) |
| 41 | PCIE0_Rx0_N | 42 | NC (No Connect) |
| 43 | PCIE0_Rx0_P | 44 | NC (No Connect) |
| 45 | GND (Ground) | 46 | NC (No Connect) |
| 47 | PCIE0_Tx0_N | 48 | NC (No Connect) |
| 49 | PCIE0_Tx0_P | 50 | RESET_3V3 |
| 51 | GND (Ground) | 52 | CLKREQ_3V3 |
| 53 | REFCLK_N | 54 | WAKE_3V3 |
| 55 | REFCLK_P | 56 | NC (No Connect) |
| 57 | GND (Ground) | 58 | NC (No Connect) |
| 67 | NC (No Connect) | 68 | NC (No Connect) |
| 69 | NC (No Connect) | 70 | VDD_3V3 |
| 71 | GND (Ground) | 72 | VDD_3V3 |
| 73 | NC (No Connect) | 74 | VDD_3V3 |
| 75 | NC (No Connect) | 76 | NC (No Connect) |
Target Applications
- WiFi 7 access points and wireless routers
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Cybersecurity appliances and firewalls
- Transportation infrastructure and logistics
- SMB networking equipment and gateways
- Edge computing and IoT gateway devices
- Multi-band wireless backhaul solutions
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is WLTB7002E26?
WLTB7002E26 is a Dual-Band Concurrent 2.4+6GHz WiFi 7 (802.11be) module based on Qualcomm QCN6274/QCN9274 chipset with 2T2R MU-MIMO.
Q: What chipset does WLTB7002E26 use?
It uses Qualcomm QCN6274 (commercial grade) and QCN9274 (industrial grade) Waikiki series radio solution.
Q: What frequency bands does WLTB7002E26 support?
It supports concurrent dual-band 2.4GHz + 6GHz operation with up to 20dBm (2.4GHz) and 18dBm (6GHz) per chain.
Q: What is the MIMO configuration of WLTB7002E26?
2T2R (2×2) MU-MIMO for both 2.4GHz and 6GHz bands.
Q: Does it support AP and STA mode at the same time?
Yes, it supports concurrent AP + STA mode for wireless backhaul and client access simultaneously.
Q: What WiFi 7 features are supported?
Supports 4096-QAM, OFDMA, Multi-Link Operation (MLO), and Preamble Puncturing.
Q: What is the power supply and power consumption?
Operating voltage: 3.3V DC; Max power consumption: 8.3W.
Q: What interface and form factor does it use?
M.2 2230 form factor, M.2 B+M Key, PCIe 3.0 x1 interface, 2x U.FL antenna connectors.
Q: Does QCN9274 support FIPS L2 encryption?
Yes, FIPS L2 cryptographic protection is a unique feature for the industrial-grade QCN9274.
Q: What certifications does WLTB7002E26 have?
FCC (US), CE RED (EU), IC (Canada), RoHS, REACH.
