Ubiquiti NS-5AC-US airMAX NanoStation 5AC 5 GHz CPE Radio
Overview
The Ubiquiti NS-5AC-US is a US/Canada configuration of the airMAX NanoStation 5AC, a 5 GHz outdoor wireless radio designed for point-to-point links and customer-premises applications.
The device combines a 16 dBi integrated dual-linear polarized antenna with airMAX AC technology, two Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, and a dedicated 2.4 GHz management radio. It supports Access Point and Station operating modes.
Wireless Performance
The integrated antenna provides 16 dBi gain with 45° horizontal, vertical, and elevation beamwidth. Supported channel bandwidths range from 10 MHz through 80 MHz.
The US/Canada frequency configuration supports U-NII-1 at 5150–5250 MHz, U-NII-2A at 5250–5350 MHz, U-NII-2C at 5470–5725 MHz, and U-NII-3 at 5725–5850 MHz. The management radio supports 2412–2462 MHz for US/Canada operation.
Networking and Power
The NS-5AC-US provides two Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports. The primary port supplies the device with network connectivity and power, while the secondary port supports bridging and software-configurable PoE passthrough.
Power options include two-pair passive PoE and PoE Alternative A. Ubiquiti specifies a 24V, 0.5A Gigabit PoE adapter, with supported input ranges of 44–54V DC and 22–27V DC depending on the power method.
Management and Services
The radio supports airMAX AC Mode, discovery protocol, traffic shaping with burst support, and configurable channel bandwidths. Available services include bridging, DHCP, routing, SNMP, SSH, web-based management, ping watchdog, and distance adjustment.
Ubiquiti's current product ecosystem identifies the NanoStation 5AC as UISP-supported, allowing it to be managed within the supported UISP environment.
Installation
The NS-5AC-US supports pole and wall mounting, with the mounting hardware supplied for installation. Its UV-resistant polycarbonate enclosure is designed for outdoor use and supports an operating temperature range of -40°C to 70°C.
For outdoor Ethernet connections, Ubiquiti recommends shielded Category 5 or higher cabling with a drain wire and appropriate grounding. Surge protection is also recommended for outdoor installations.
Key Features
- 5 GHz airMAX AC wireless CPE for PtP and customer-premises applications
- 16 dBi integrated dual-linear polarized antenna
- Two Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports with PoE passthrough support
- US/Canada 5 GHz U-NII frequency configuration
- -40°C to 70°C operating temperature range
Applications
- Point-to-point wireless links
- Outdoor customer-premises connectivity
- 5 GHz airMAX AC deployments
- Fixed wireless access installations
- Outdoor network bridging
DC Supplies Product Note
The NS-5AC-US supports both passive PoE and PoE Alternative A, so confirm the selected power source, wiring method, and supported voltage before connecting third-party PoE equipment.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | Ubiquiti |
| Part Number / MPN | NS-5AC-US |
| Product Type | 5 GHz CPE Radio |
| Product Family | airMAX NanoStation 5AC |
| Configuration | US/Canada |
| Operating Modes | Access Point, Station |
| Wireless Technology | airMAX AC |
| Primary Frequency Band | 5 GHz |
| US/Canada Frequency Range | 5150–5250, 5250–5350, 5470–5725, 5725–5850 MHz |
| Management Radio | 2.4 GHz |
| Management Radio US/CA Range | 2412–2462 MHz |
| Antenna Gain | 16 dBi |
| Polarization | Dual-Linear |
| Antenna Beamwidth | 45° H / 45° V / 45° Elevation |
| Channel Bandwidth | 10/20/30/40/50/60/80 MHz |
| Cross-Polarization Isolation | 20 dB minimum |
| Maximum VSWR | 1.6:1 |
| Networking Interfaces | 2 × Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 |
| Power Method | Passive PoE 2-pair; PoE Alternative A |
| Power Supply | 24V, 0.5A Gigabit PoE Adapter |
| Supported Voltage Range | 44–54V DC; 22–27V DC |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 9W |
| Dimensions Without Mount | 257 × 84 × 30 mm |
| Dimensions With Mount | 257 × 84 × 41 mm |
| Weight | 233 g |
| Enclosure Material | UV-resistant polycarbonate |
| Mounting | Pole and Wall Mount |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 70°C |
| Operating Humidity | 5–95% noncondensing |
| NDAA Compliant | Yes |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, IC, Anatel |
FAQs
What is the Ubiquiti NS-5AC-US?
The NS-5AC-US is the US/Canada configuration of the Ubiquiti airMAX NanoStation 5AC 5 GHz CPE radio.
What is the antenna gain?
The integrated antenna provides 16 dBi gain with dual-linear polarization.
How many Ethernet ports does the NS-5AC-US have?
It has two Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports. The secondary port supports bridging and software-configurable PoE passthrough.
What type of PoE does it support?
The device supports two-pair passive PoE and PoE Alternative A. Ubiquiti specifies a 24V, 0.5A Gigabit PoE adapter.
What frequencies are supported by the US version?
The US/Canada configuration supports U-NII-1, U-NII-2A, U-NII-2C, and U-NII-3 ranges from 5150 through 5850 MHz, subject to the applicable configured bands.
Can it be wall mounted?
Yes. The NS-5AC-US supports both pole and wall mounting.
