The Ubiquiti NanoBeam 5AC Gen 2 (NBE-5AC-Gen2) is a high-performance, outdoor-rated 802.11ac wireless bridge designed for reliable Point-to-Point (PtP) and Point-to-Multipoint (PtMP) deployments. It features an integrated directional antenna with a compact, weather-resistant form factor, utilising airMAX® ac technology to deliver high throughput and superior noise immunity in dense RF environments. The device also includes a dedicated 2.4 GHz management radio for convenient mobile-based setup and configuration.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: NBE-5AC-Gen2
- Networking Interface: 1 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet Port, 1 x Dedicated Wi-Fi Management Radio
- Antenna Gain: 19 dBi
- Processor: Atheros MIPS 74Kc, 720 MHz
- Memory: 128 MB DDR2, 8 MB Flash
- Channel Bandwidth:
- PtP Mode: 10/20/30/40/50/60/80 MHz
- PtMP Mode: 10/20/30/40 MHz
- Power Method: Passive PoE (Pairs 4, 5+; 7, 8 Return)
- Power Supply: 24V, 0.5A Gigabit PoE Adapter (Included)
- Max. Power Consumption: 8.5W
- Operating Temperature: -40 to 80° C
- Dimensions: 189 x 189 x 125 mm
- Weight: 0.530 kg (Mount included)
Key Features
- Improved Noise Immunity: Directs RF energy in a tighter beam width, effectively filtering out noise in crowded frequency environments.
- Integrated Management Radio: Built-in 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi radio allows for instant, wireless configuration via a mobile device without needing to connect directly to the switch.
- Versatile Mounting: Features a 3-axis ball joint mount for precise alignment; includes tool-less pole-mounting and supports wall-mounting.
- Rugged Design: UV-stabilised polycarbonate enclosure rated for extreme outdoor conditions, with ESD/EMP protection of ±24 kV (Contact/Air).
- Advanced Performance: Utilises the airMAX® engine with custom IC to optimise TDMA latency and network scalability.
