Wi-Fi Router Transmit Power Limits Explained | Generated by AI
Question: Are you referring to the Wi-Fi router when you say “200 mW is very low; normally it can reach 2 W”?
Answer:
Yes, this is about a Wi-Fi router’s transmit power. Typical consumer Wi-Fi routers often output around 100–200 milliwatts (mW) per radio by default, which is enough for normal home coverage. The theoretical maximum allowed by regulations (like FCC in the US) can go up to around 1–2 watts (W) for certain frequency bands, but in practice most consumer devices don’t reach that due to heat, interference, and regulatory limits. So when someone says “200 mW is low,” they’re comparing it to the upper legal or technical limits, not necessarily typical router settings.
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