Fortinet FortiAP 432FR Rugged Wi-Fi 6 Access Point

The Fortinet FortiAP 432FR is an enterprise-grade rugged Wi-Fi 6 access point engineered for industrial, outdoor, and hazardous environments. Featuring 4×4 external antennas, Wi-Fi 6 RF technology, and a C1D2 (Class I, Division 2) certified enclosure, it delivers secure and reliable wireless connectivity in extreme conditions.

Supplied and supported in Malaysia by SysIT, a trusted Fortinet partner for industrial and enterprise deployments.

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Overview

The FortiAP 432FR is designed for mission-critical wireless deployments where environmental durability, safety compliance, and performance are mandatory. Its C1D2-rated form factor makes it suitable for hazardous locations such as oil & gas facilities, manufacturing plants, chemical processing sites, and transportation hubs.

Powered by Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) RF technology and equipped with 4×4 external antennas, the Fortinet FortiAP 432FR delivers extended coverage, improved client capacity, and high throughput even in RF-challenging environments.

Integrated Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Zigbee radios enable IoT, asset tracking, and location-based services, while seamless integration with the Fortinet Security Fabric ensures centralized visibility and unified security enforcement.

Key Features of FortiAP 432FR

Rugged C1D2 Design

Class I, Division 2 certified for hazardous industrial environments.

Wi-Fi 6 RF Technology

Improved efficiency, lower latency, and higher device density support.

4×4 External Antennas

Extended range and reliable connectivity in outdoor and industrial spaces.

Multi-Gigabit Uplinks

1 × 2.5 GbE + 1 × 1 GbE Ethernet with PoE support.

BLE & Zigbee IoT

Built-in IoT radios for beaconing and smart infrastructure.

Fortinet Security Fabric

Unified wired and wireless security via FortiGate integration.

FortiAP 432FR Subscription & Licensing

Fortinet FortiAP 432FR hardware does not require a mandatory license for basic wireless operation. However, enterprise and industrial deployments typically include Fortinet subscriptions to ensure security updates, centralized management, and vendor support.

Hardware License
No mandatory license required for basic operation.
FortiCare Support
Available in 1-Year, 3-Year, or 5-Year terms. Includes firmware updates, hardware replacement, and TAC support.
Cloud Management
Optional FortiAP Cloud subscription for centralized monitoring and reporting.
FortiGate-Managed Security
Advanced security features require valid FortiGuard subscriptions on FortiGate.

FortiAP 432FR Technical Specifications

RF Technology
Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax)
Wireless Bands
2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
Antennas
4×4 External Antennas
Radio Configuration
Tri radios with dedicated scanning
Maximum Throughput
Up to ~3.5 Gbps aggregate
Ethernet Interfaces
1 × 2.5 GbE, 1 × 1 GbE (PoE)
IoT Radios
Bluetooth LE, Zigbee
Security
WPA3 / WPA2, 802.1X, WIDS / WIPS
Management
FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiEdge Cloud
Form Factor
C1D2 (Class I, Division 2)
Mounting
Wall / Pole Mount (Indoor & Outdoor)

FortiAP 432FR Industrial & Enterprise Use Cases

Oil & Gas Facilities

Hazardous-rated wireless connectivity in explosive environments.

Manufacturing Plants

Reliable Wi-Fi for automation and operational systems.

Outdoor Campuses

Extended coverage for yards, depots, and logistics areas

Transportation & Utilities

Mission-critical wireless connectivity in harsh conditions.

Deploy FortiAP 432FR with Confidence

Get supply, configuration, and support across Malaysia

Supplied and supported in Malaysia by SysITÂ