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WAP

Symbols

Wireless access point symbol

Wireless access points are drawn on plans as a small box or circle with radiating arcs, at ceiling or wall positions, tagged WAP or AP. They are usually powered by PoE through a data outlet, so the plan also shows that outlet.

Drawing use: GA / Schematic
Application: Installation & communications
Reference family: IEC

A distinction that matters

An antenna symbol shows a radiating element; the access point is a complete network device.

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IEC

Data outlet plan symbol

Data outlets are drawn as a triangle or a small box tagged D or TO at the wall or floor box position, with the port count as a numeral. Each port is labelled with an ID that matches the patch panel in the communications room.

Drawing use: GA
Application: Installation & communications
Reference family: IEC
Form evidence: Telecommunication outlet, data. IEC 60617 installation-plan style (architectural and topographical installation symbols); independently drawn, not certified IEC geometry or a database identifier.

A distinction that matters

A telephone outlet is a voice service termination; a data outlet is a structured cabling port for networks.

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