Ubiquiti airMAX LiteBeam 5AC Extreme-Range

This outdoor wireless station, is designed with extreme long-range connections in mind. With a range of over 30 kilometers and a throughput of 450+ Mbps, this product is both lightweight and easy to assemble, making it a reliable option for creating distant links on the 5 GHz frequency.

Any EU products are supplied with the appropriate UK power method at no extra cost.

Tech Specs

Click here for the Ubiquiti airMAX LiteBeam 5AC Extreme-Range datasheet.

Device Specifications
Mechanical
Dimensions	747 x 525 x 347 mm (29.4 x 20.7 x 13.7")
Weight	3.2 kg (7.1 lb)
Enclosure Material	Aluminum alloy, UV stabilized polycarbonate
Mount Material	UV stabilized polycarbonate
Mounting	Integrated pole mount (included) Pole compatibility: Ø35 to 60 mm (Ø1.38 to 2.36")
Wind Loading	1100 N at 200 km/h (247.29 lbf at 125 mph)
Weatherproofing	IPX6
Hardware
Networking Interface	(1) GbE RJ45 port
Power Method	Passive PoE 2-pair (4, 5+; 7, 8- return)
Power Supply	24V DC, 0.5A gigabit PoE adapter (Included)
Supported Voltage Range	22—27V DC
Max. Power Consumption	7W
RF Connections	Internal
LEDs	Power/ethernet
Button	Factory reset
Ambient Operating Temperature	-40 to 70° C (-40 to 158° F)
Ambient Operating Humidity	5 to 95% non-condensing
Certifications	FCC, IC, CE
System
Maximum Throughput	450+ Mbps
Encryption	WPA2-PSK (AES)
Software
Modes	PtMP, PtP
Services	SNMP, SSH, dynamic DNS, webserver, remote log, ping watchdog
Utilities	airView®, speed test, alignment, discovery, ping, traceroute, constellation
Management Interface	Dedicated management radio for quick device setup via the UISP™ Mobile app WEB UI: Minimum software requirements – Modern Web browser or Android/iOS smartphone
RF
Operating Frequency	5.15 to 5.85 GHz* *Depends on regulatory region
Max. Conducted TX Power	25 dBm
Management Radio	2400 - 2483.5 MHz
Channel Bandwidth	10/20/30/40/50/60/80 MHz
Antenna Gain	29 dBi
Isolation	20 dB
Beamwidth	HPOL: 3 dB: 5.5°, 6 dB: 7.5° VPOL: 3 dB: 5.5°, 6 dB: 7.5° Elevation: 3 dB: 5.5°, 6 dB: 7.5°
Electrical Downtilt	0°
NDAA Compliant	Yes

 

FAQs

Q1: What is the Ubiquiti LBE-5AC-XR?
A1: The LBE-5AC-XR is a high-performance 5 GHz CPE (Customer Premises Equipment) designed for long-range outdoor wireless links. It offers 450+ Mbps throughput, a 29 dBi integrated antenna, and a 30+ km range, making it ideal for Point-to-Point (PtP) and Point-to-Multipoint (PtMP) deployments.

Q2: What are the key specifications of the LBE-5AC-XR?
A2:

• Frequency Range: 5.15–5.85 GHz

• Antenna Gain: 29 dBi

• Maximum Throughput: 450+ Mbps

• Operating Range: 30+ km

• Beamwidth: 5.5° (3 dB), 7.5° (6 dB) horizontal, vertical, and elevation

• Electrical Downtilt: 0°

• Power Supply: 24V DC, 0.5A Gigabit PoE adapter (included)

• Max Power Consumption: 7W

• Operating Temperature: -40°C to 70°C

• Weatherproofing: IPX6

• Mounting: Integrated pole mount (included), compatible with poles Ø35–60 mm

• Certifications: FCC, IC, CE
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Q3: How does the LBE-5AC-XR compare to other LiteBeam models?
A3: The LBE-5AC-XR offers a higher gain (29 dBi) and longer range (30+ km) compared to other LiteBeam models, making it suitable for extreme-range deployments. Its IPX6 weatherproofing ensures reliable performance in harsh outdoor conditions.

Q4: What software features does the LBE-5AC-XR support?
A4: The LBE-5AC-XR runs on Ubiquiti's airOS® and supports airMAX® ac technology for enhanced scalability and reduced latency. It includes features like SNMP, SSH, dynamic DNS, web server, remote log, ping watchdog, and utilities such as airView®, speed test, alignment, discovery, ping, traceroute, and constellation.

Q5: How is the LBE-5AC-XR installed and powered?
A5: The LBE-5AC-XR is powered via 24V passive PoE and includes an integrated pole mount for easy installation. Its lightweight design and compact form factor simplify alignment and setup, making it ideal for remote or challenging locations.

Resources

MS Dist | Getting a WiFi Link

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