OpenMANET

The OpenMANET Collection from Signal & Steel features ready-to-deploy, long-range mesh networking radios built on Wi-Fi HaLow (802.11ah) technology. Designed for real-world use, these devices form self-healing, infrastructure-free networks that operate in the 915 MHz band for extended range and improved performance through obstacles.

Each device in this collection comes pre-flashed with OpenMANET firmware (OpenWRT-based) and is built for plug-and-play deployment. Simply power on your nodes and they automatically connect, forming a secure, flat mesh network (10.41.0.0/16) that allows devices to communicate across multiple hops without requiring centralized infrastructure.

These systems are ideal for environments where traditional networking falls short, including off-grid deployments, field operations, airsoft and milsim events, rural properties, and emergency response scenarios.

With support for BATMAN-V mesh routing, local Wi-Fi access points, DHCP, and optional internet gateways, OpenMANET provides a flexible and scalable networking solution that grows as you add more nodes.

Whether you’re building a portable field network or extending connectivity across large areas, the OpenMANET collection delivers reliable, long-range communication with minimal setup and no ongoing dependencies.