Overview
The Ubiquiti IS-5AC is an airMAX IsoStation 5AC 5 GHz wireless CPE designed for outdoor point-to-point and point-to-multipoint deployments. It combines a 5 GHz airMAX AC radio with a 14 dBi antenna and supports interchangeable horn antennas for different directional coverage requirements.
Wireless Performance
The IS-5AC operates from 5150 to 5875 MHz and supports 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, and 80 MHz channel bandwidths. Its default horn provides a 45° antenna beamwidth, while airMAX AC operation provides the wireless platform for outdoor network links.
Network and Power
The device provides one Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 port and uses passive two-pair PoE. Ubiquiti specifies a 24V, 0.5A Gigabit PoE adapter, a 20–27V DC operating range, and maximum power consumption of 8.5W.
Outdoor Deployment
The IS-5AC is designed for outdoor installation with included pole mounting hardware. It has a specified operating temperature range of -40 to 70 °C and wind survivability of 200 km/h (125 mph).
Key Features
- 5 GHz airMAX AC wireless platform
- 14 dBi antenna gain with 45° default horn beamwidth
- 1 × Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 port
- Passive two-pair PoE with 24V, 0.5A adapter
- Supports interchangeable horn antennas
Applications
The IS-5AC can be used for outdoor wireless bridges, point-to-point links, point-to-multipoint networks, and directional access deployments where adjustable antenna coverage is required.
DC Supplies Product Note
The IS-5AC uses passive PoE rather than standard 802.3af/at PoE. The power source should therefore be verified for the specified 20–27V DC range and two-pair passive PoE configuration before deployment.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | Ubiquiti |
| Part Number / MPN | IS-5AC |
| Product Type | Outdoor Wireless CPE |
| Series | airMAX IsoStation 5AC |
| Operating Frequency | 5150–5875 MHz |
| Antenna Gain | 14 dBi |
| Default Antenna Beamwidth | 45° |
| Channel Bandwidth | 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 / 50 / 60 / 80 MHz |
| Operating Modes | Access Point, Station |
| Networking Interface | 1 × Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 |
| Power Method | Passive PoE, 2-pair |
| Power Supply | 24V, 0.5A Gigabit PoE adapter |
| Supported Voltage Range | 20–27V DC |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 8.5W |
| Mounting | Pole Mount |
| Wind Survivability | 200 km/h (125 mph) |
| Wind Loading | 36 N at 200 km/h (8.09 lbf at 125 mph) |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to 70 °C (-40 to 158 °F) |
| Operating Humidity | 5–95% noncondensing |
| NDAA Compliant | Yes |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, IC |
| Dimensions Without Horn | 131 × 131 × 65 mm (5.2 × 5.2 × 2.6 in) |
| Dimensions With Horn | 174 × 174 × 150 mm (6.9 × 6.9 × 5.9 in) |
| Weight Without Horn | 408.2 g (0.9 lb) |
| Weight With Horn | 725.7 g (1.6 lb) |
FAQs
What is the Ubiquiti IS-5AC?
It is a 5 GHz airMAX AC outdoor wireless CPE from the IsoStation family.
What antenna gain does the IS-5AC provide?
The IS-5AC has 14 dBi antenna gain with a 45° default horn beamwidth.
What Ethernet interface does it have?
It provides one Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 port.
What power method does the IS-5AC use?
It uses passive two-pair PoE with a 24V, 0.5A Gigabit PoE adapter.
Can the horn antenna be changed?
Yes. The IsoStation platform supports interchangeable horn antennas, allowing the antenna pattern to be selected for the deployment.
