RTL8812AU
The RTL8812AU is an old, expensive, but proven WiFi chip that can be found in a lot of network cards. AU based NICs have exceptional community support so 5Mhz, 10MHz, 20MHz and 40MHz injection/monitor modes can receive and transmit! So AU based equipment can achieve exceptional bitrates, as for example on 21-04-2025 52Mbps was achieved in total (36Mbps video)(WFB-NG). On this page you can find information about known WiFi adapters with this chip.
BL-R8812AF1
LB-LINK BL-R8812AF1 is small size, low power net card. It is very popular choice for toothpick builds. This net card can be found on EMAX Wyvern Link VTX Alpha 100mW.
Pinout
| Pin number | Function |
|---|---|
| 1 | PDN |
| 2 | VDD(3.3V) |
| 3 | DM- |
| 4 | DP+ |
| 5 | GND |
| 6 | LED |
Specifications
| Host interface | USB 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | DC 3.3V +-10% |
| Antenna connection | IPEX x2 |
| Power output | ≤20dBm(≤100mW) |
| Supported modes | 5MHz, 10MHz, 20MHz, 40MHz |
WiFiLink-G set net card
This is net card that you can get when buying WiFiLink-G set. It is low power so it is popular for Android GS use.
Specifications
| Host interface | USB 3.0 |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | DC 5V |
| Antenna connection | RP-SMA x2 |
| Power output | NA |
| Supported modes | 5MHz, 10MHz, 20MHz, 40MHz |