Oberon® In-Plane™ Recessed Mounts

The Model 1444 In-Plane Series is an economical, aesthetic, and easy-to-install suspended ceiling mounting kit for APs from most vendors. A cutout is made in the ceiling tile and the tile bridge with back box is placed above the ceiling panel. The back box creates a sealed space for network connetions. Choose from AP-specific trims that suspend the AP slightly below the ceiling plane for optimal coverage or the -FXL cover. On the -FXL version, the AP fastens within the backbox onto an included mounting bracket or T-bar bracket. The cover attaches to the back-box with torsion springs and conceals the AP above the ceiling.

The Model 1443 In-Plane™ series offers the simplest way to mount APs and antennas from most leading vendors into existing hard (drywall/sheetrock) ceilings up to 1.5 in. thick, for an aesthetic, professional installation. The back-box is fastened to the ceiling joists, and the new ceiling is cut around the box. The AP fastens within the backbox onto an included mounting bracket or T-bar bracket. The cover attaches to the to the back-box with torsion springs and conceals the AP.

Alternately, AP-specific trims are also available to mount the AP flush to the ceiling.

The Model 1442 In-Plane™ series offers the simplest way to mount APs and antennas from most leading vendors into existing hard (drywall/sheetrock) ceilings up to 1.5 in. thick, for an aesthetic, professional installation. A cutout is made in the ceiling and the all metal back-box is fastened into the ceiling. The AP fastens within the backbox onto an included mounting bracket or T-bar bracket. The cover attaches to the to the back-box with torsion springs and conceals the AP.

Alternately, AP-specific trims are also available to mount the AP flush to the ceiling.

Oberon® In-Plane™ Recessed Mounts 1440 are an economical cloud/canopy/suspended ceiling mounting kit for most vendors’ access points and antennas. A cutout is made in the ceiling panel, the panel bridge is placed above the ceiling panel, and the access point is attached to the white trim. The access point and trim assembly is then drawn into the panel bridge with a torsion spring, much like a recessed lighting fixture, with only the front face exposed for optimal wireless coverage. When the AP brand or model changes, the AP trim is easily swapped for new trim.

Oberon In-Plane Recessed Mounts 1044 will no longer be offered by Oberon after May 1, 2025, and will be replaced by Oberon In-Plane Recessed Mounts 1444. Oberon In-Plane Recessed Mounts 1444 offers a larger backbox and trim to accommodate larger Wi-Fi access points from virtually all AP vendors, protecting your investment for future upgrades.

The 1444 series recessed mounts feature the same torsion spring attached trim mechanism as used on the 1044 model, with an additional mounting location that accommodates thin metal ceilings and a larger backbox that allows APs to be mounted above the ceiling with the larger -FXL cover. The 1444 series is installed into the suspended ceiling the same way that the 1044 series is installed. Independent hanger wires are required in both instances per code. Once installed, the 1444 looks like the 1044, with an identical textured white powder coat finish.

For existing installations, Oberon will continue to offer Retrofit Trims 1040/1042/1043/1044 (PNs 37-104X-S2) to accommodate new generation Wi-Fi access points on request. Please contact Oberon for details.

The Oberon® In-Plane™ Recessed Mounts 1044 is an economical, aesthetic, and easy-to-install suspended ceiling mounting kit for APs and antennas from most vendors. A cutout is made in the ceiling tile, the tile bridge and back box is placed above the ceiling panel, and the access point or antenna is attached to the white trim. AP/antenna/trim assembly is then drawn into the back box with a torsion spring, much like a recessed lighting fixture, with only the front face exposed for optimal wireless coverage. The AP trim is easily swapped for new trim when AP brand or model changes.

Oberon In-Plane Recessed Mounts 1043 will no longer be offered by Oberon after May 1, 2025, and will be replaced by Oberon In-Plane Recessed Mounts 1443. Oberon In-Plane Recessed Mounts 1443 offers a larger trim to accommodate larger Wi-Fi access points from virtually all AP vendors, protecting your investment for future upgrades.

The 1443 series recessed mounts feature the same torsion spring attached trim mechanism as used on the 1043 model with the largest backbox available for ceiling systems supported on 16-inch centers. The larger backbox allows larger APs to be mounted above the ceiling with the larger -FXL cover. The 1443 series is installed into the hard ceiling the same way that the 1042 series is installed. Once installed, the 1443 looks like the 1043, with an identical textured white powder coat finish.

For existing installations, Oberon will continue to offer Retrofit Trims 1040/1042/1043/1044 (PNs 37-104X-S2) to accommodate new generation Wi-Fi access points on request. Please contact Oberon for details.

Oberon® In-Plane™ Recessed Mounts 1043 offers the simplest way to mount access points and antennas from most leading vendors into new construction (drywall/sheetrock) ceilings up to 1.5 in. thick, for an aesthetic, professional installation. The back-box is fastened to the ceiling joists, and the new ceiling is cut around the box. When construction is complete, the access point fastens to the appropriate trim, and the trim attaches to the back-box with torsion springs. The AP is recessed into the ceiling much like a recessed light fixture with only the front face exposed for optimal wireless coverage. The AP/antenna trim is easily swapped when AP/antenna brand or model changes. 

Oberon In-Plane Recessed Mounts 1042 will no longer be offered by Oberon after May 1, 2025, and will be replaced by Oberon In-Plane Recessed Mounts 1442. Oberon In-Plane Recessed Mounts 1442 offers a larger trim to accommodate larger Wi-Fi access points from virtually all AP vendors, protecting your investment for future upgrades.

The 1442 series recessed mounts feature the same torsion spring attached trim mechanism as used on the 1042 model with the largest backbox available for ceiling systems supported on 16-inch centers. The larger backbox allows larger APs to be mounted above the ceiling with the larger -FXL cover. The 1442 series is installed into the hard ceiling the same way that the 1042 series is installed. Once installed, the 1442 looks like the 1042, with an identical textured white powder coat finish.

For existing installations, Oberon will continue to offer Retrofit Trims 1040/1042/1043/1044 (PNs 37-104X-S2) to accommodate new generation Wi-Fi access points on request. Please contact Oberon for details.

Oberon® In-Plane™ Recessed Mounts 1042 offers the simplest way to mount access points and antennas from most leading vendors into existing hard (drywall/sheetrock) ceilings up to 1.5 in. thick, for an aesthetic, professional installation. A cutout is made in the ceiling and the all metal back-box is fastened into the ceiling. The AP fastens to the appropriate trim, and the AP/trim attaches to the to the back-box with torsion springs. The AP is recessed into the ceiling much like a recessed light fixture, with only the front face exposed for optimal wireless coverage. The AP trim is easily swapped for new trim when AP brand or model changes. 

Oberon In-Plane Recessed Mounts 1040 will no longer be offered by Oberon after May 1, 2025, and will be replaced by Oberon In-Plane Recessed Mounts 1440. Oberon In-Plane Recessed Mounts 1440 offers a larger trim to accommodate larger Wi-Fi access points from virtually all AP vendors, protecting your investment for future upgrades.

The 1440 series recessed mounts feature the same torsion spring attached trim mechanism as used on the 1040 model, with an additional mounting location that accommodates thin metal ceilings. The 1440 series is installed into the suspended ceiling the same way that the 1040 series is installed. Independent hanger wires are required in both instances per code. Once installed, the 1440 looks like the 1040, with an identical textured white powder coat finish.

For existing installations, Oberon will continue to offer Retrofit Trims 1040/1042/1043/1044 (PNs 37-104X-S2) to accommodate new generation Wi-Fi access points on request. Please contact Oberon for details.

Oberon® In-Plane™ Recessed Mounts 1040 are an economical cloud/canopy/suspended ceiling mounting kit for most vendors’ access points and antennas. A cutout is made in the ceiling panel, the panel bridge is placed above the ceiling panel, and the access point is attached to the white trim. The access point and trim assembly is then drawn into the panel bridge with a torsion spring, much like a recessed lighting fixture, with only the front face exposed for optimal wireless coverage. When the AP brand or model changes, the AP trim is easily swapped for new trim. 

Suspended ceiling mounting kit for most vendors' Wi-Fi APs. A cutout is made in the ceiling tile, the tile bridge is placed above the ceiling tile, and the AP is attached to the white trim. The AP and trim assembly is then drawn into the tile bridge with a wing nut, with only the front face of the AP exposed for optimal wireless coverage.

Oberon® In-Plane™ Recessed Mounts 1019 conceals Wi-Fi and Small Cell APs, Wi-Fi routers, and associated cabling in residence halls, hotels, multiple dwelling units, retail locations and other indoor venues. Recess AP into the wall and conceal with the low profile, paintable, snap-on cover. This rugged UL 94-5VB ABS plastic enclosure is virtually transparent to wireless signals so there is minimal impact on wireless coverage. The 1019 features slots for TIA 569-B compliant furniture faceplate RJ-45 modular jacks, to facilitate cable termination and management.

Oberon™ In-Plane™ Recessed Mounts 1018 provides a convenient way to conceal Wi-Fi and Small Cell Wireless Access Points (APs) into a dry-wall ceiling or wall for an aesthetic, professional installation. Oberon™ In-Plane™ Recessed Mounts 1018 is an all-plastic recess box with mounting features for leading vendor's APs.

The recessed box installs into an opening in the ceiling or wall in minutes. The AP, surface mount box, patch cord, and associated cabling can be organized inside the recess box, and the low-profile cover snaps into place. The paintable white cover largely blends into most ceilings or walls. The cover is a thin PC/ABS composite plastic, which is virtually transparent to the wireless signal. Oberon™ In-Plane™ Recessed Mounts 1018 is the ideal solution in venues where the AP needs to ‘visually disappear’ without compromising wireless coverage and performance.

Oberon™ In-Plane™ Recessed Mounts 1018 is uniquely designed to satisfy UL 2416 requirements for in-wall mounted enclosure systems. Oberon™ In-Plane™ Recessed Mounts 1018 is constructed of a suitably-rated plastic material for recess wall mounting. Unlike metal in-wall boxes, Oberon™ In-Plane™ Recessed Mounts 1018 will have minimum impact on wireless performance.