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Peplink Accessories

Peplink is known for their robust and nomad friendly routers, but they also have a several accessories that maybe useful to full-time travelers.

This article overviews several Peplink accessories carried by MobileMustHave that we feel are worth of mention - from SIM Extenders, POE Switches, Access Points, Heatsink, Cable Management solutions, ladder mounted poles and more! There's even a solution for using a Winegard Air360 roof mounted antenna with a Peplink router.

For more on Peplink products, see our full Peplink Resource Center:

Peplink Accessories Video

Here's our video where MIRC founder Chris and Erik of MobileMustHave discuss the Peplink accessories that may helpful for full-time travelers in building their remote connectivity setup.

This is a shortened version of the archive of our full length member exclusive webinar (which members can find in the Video Center).

Peplink Router Networking Accessories

Another Peplink Router!

One of the most useful accessories to get for your Peplink router may just be.....another router.

Thanks to Peplink's Synergy mode, Peplink routers work very well with each other. And if you already own a Peplink router, but perhaps want to be able some newer technology that comes with more recent models, adding a second router to your existing one might be an inexpensive way to upgrade.

For more on Peplink's Synergy Mode:

Access Points

The Peplink AP One series of access points are designed to work with Peplink routers to spread local Wi-Fi coverage over a larger area.

In a typical small business or enterprise deployment, you could have an access point in every room of an office - or on every floor of a building.

All the access points work together under control of the central router - allowing for seamless Wi-Fi roaming by connected devices as they move around.

For more on Peplink Access Points, see our Gear Center entry:

Purchasing Links

• Peplink AP One AX Lite WiFi 6 Access Point - $299
• Peplink AP One AC Mini Wireless Access Point - $179

POE Switches

Peplink's industrial POE switches are designed for mobile applications and are unique in that they can accept 12-48v input and 48V PoE output allowing you to utilize PoE without needing a 110v Inverter or PoE injector. These tend to start at $500 to thousands.

However non-Peplink switches are also available at a lower cost.

These POE switches can be especially helpful if you are looking to add secondary access points or security cameras to you setup.

Purchasing Links

• 1-Port Gigabit POE Network Switch - $89
• 5-Port Gigabit POE Network Switch - $149
• 8-Port Gigabit POE Network Switch - $219

SpeedFusion Connect Relay

The Peplink Speed Fusion Relay, is a device that can be installed behind a firewall allowing your remote Peplink devices to connect to a home network that isn't using a Peplink router.

It allows users to take advantage of Peplink SpeedFusion Relay on a network that doesn't use a Peplink router.

The Relay Device is installed by connecting it to the LAN port of an existing router and then configured to use Peplink SpeedFusion Relay.

For more on the SpeedFusion Connect Relay, see our Guide:

Purchasing Link

• SpeedFusion Connect Relay - $199

SIM Extender

SIM card Extenders can provide some added flexibility to your devices with SIM card slots. They can extend the reach of the SIM slots from one side of a device to another, allowing easier access to the slot.

For more on SIM Extenders, see our Gear Center entry:

Purchasing Link:

• Peplink SIM Extenders - $69-$129

Passive POE for Starlink

There have been some reports that Starlink's power sources sometimes create interference with its networking jacks, that can cause the Starlink dish to have communication problems with the router - thus resulting in slower speeds. This typically happens when the Starlink ethernet dongle is being used.

But there's a Peplink product that can help with this. The Passive POE Injector was actually designed for some older gear, but when used in between the Starlink router and your equipment, will alleviate this interference, allowing you to take advantage of full Starlink speeds.

Purchasing Link:

• High Powered Passive PoE Injector for Starlink Roam Applications - $19.99

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Mounting & General Accessories

Pole - Ladder Mounts

MobileMustHave developed this compact, strong and portable fiberglass mounting pole, and Chris & Cherie have been tested it out on their Winnebago Travato.

The 20-foot, 4-section fiberglass telescoping pole is approximately 67" in length when collapsed and extends to 20 feet (241.73 inches) when fully extended and can be locked at any size in between. The mast features weather and corrosion-resistant hardware with aluminum or stainless fasters and the optional aluminum ladder and suction mounts are also weather resistant, making them ideal for mobile applications.

There is also a Starlink adapter for the Antenna Mast that is designed for use with the Starlink Actuated Dish.

For more on the Mounting Pole, see our Gear Center:

Purchasing Links:

• 20' MMH Pole: MMH 20' Telescoping Antenna Mounting Mast Pole in Carbon Black - $199
• Starlink Gen2 Standard adapter: Starlink Adapter for Fiberglass Antenna Mast - $49

Heatsink

Peplink Transit devices are designed to operate in a variety of environmental conditions and utilize solid state technology which use the case of the device to dissipate heat. This is possible because the Peplink Transit series case is made of metal which is excellent at heat dissipation.

This heatsink is not required for most installations, but it can add additional cooling properties to certain higher heat installations.  For customer looking to install the Transit in high heat environments or for those simply looking to reduce the heat impact to your device MobileMustHave developed a heatsink which can be installed using pre-installed thermal tape material.

A heatsink will not allow you to operate your Peplink in environments that are beyond the devices operating temperature but a heatsink will help move the heat off the device into the surrounding air which can then be ventilated more efficiently. 

Purchasing Link:

• Peplink Transit Series Heatsink for High Heat Installations - $29

Basecamp for Winegard Air360

The Basecamp 2.0 is a box designed to install on the ceiling of an RV. It will work with RVs that already have factory installed antennas such as a Winegard Air360 device. The Basecamp can fit where the factory installed antenna is located, allowing you to use it with a Peplink router.

This device is compatible with most Peplink routers, including the BR1 Pro, Transit Duo, BR1 Mini, BR1 MK2, and others. Please contact MobileMustHave if you have questions about your router's compatibility.

Purchasing Link:

• Basecamp Router Enclosure - $199

Cable Entry Solutions

MobileMustHave's new revolutionary cable management and cable entry systems will help you future proof your installation by creating a water tight, modular cable entry solution ideal for RV & Marine applications.

MobileMustHave spent 3+ years testing these systems, and they have partnered with Icotek, a leading German manufacturer of cable entry and cable management solutions.

You can purchase one of the solutions already put together, or build your own. Route, organize and seal your antenna, solar, Starlink, and whatever else you can think of!

We will go deeper into Cable Entry Solutions in a future webinar, so stay tuned!

• Cable Entry Solutions - $37-$60

Power Accessories

Most Peplink routers come with an AC power supply, but they can often take high voltages. These accessories can help you if want to use DC power. Always check the specs on your router before using an power accessories.

• DC Fused Cable Kit (4 Pin or Barrel, terminal) - $14.99-$20.99
• Cigarette Lighter Adapter Kit (plug into cig adapter) - $15-$30
• Battery Pack + Peplink Battery Cable Kit - $69
• Step Up converter 12v-56v (to enable POE ports on Peplink) - $39-$59
• 6 Circuit DC Fuse Box - $14.99