Ubiquiti airMAX NanoBeam M5
The Ubiquiti airMAX NanoBeam M5 is compact, efficient, and versatile with a faster processor and innovative mechanical design. It directs RF energy into a tighter beam for improved noise immunity, making it ideal for crowded RF environments. This model features the All-in-One Design for maximum gain in a small footprint.
Tech Specs
Click here for the Ubiquiti airMAX NanoBeam M5 datasheet.
| Device Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | |
| Dimensions | 140 x 140 x 54 mm (5.5 x 5.5 x 2.1") |
| Weight | 320 g (0.7 lb) |
| Enclosure material | Outdoor UV-stabilized plastic |
| Mounting | Pole-mount (Kit included), wall-mount |
| Wind loading | 21.4 N @ 200 km/h (4.8 lbf @ 125 mph) |
| Wind survivability | 200 km/h (125 mph) |
| Hardware | |
| Networking interface | (1) 10/100 MbE RJ45 port |
| Power method | Passive PoE 2-pair (4, 5+; 7, 8 return) |
| Power supply | 24V, 0.5A PoE adapter (Included) |
| Supported voltage range | 20–27V DC |
| Max. power consumption | 6W |
| ESD/EMP protection | Air/contact: ± 24 kV |
| LEDs | (1) Power, (1) LAN, (4) WLAN, signal strength |
| Salt fog test | IEC 68-2-11 (ASTM B117) Equivalent: MIL-STD-810 G Method 509.5 |
| Vibration test | IEC 68-2-6 |
| Temperature shock test | IEC 68-2-14 |
| UV test | IEC 68-2-5 at 40° C (104° F) Equivalent: ETS 300 019-1-4 |
| Wind-driven rain test | ETS 300 019-1-4 Equivalent: MIL-STD-810 G method 506.5 |
| Ambient operating temperature | -40 to 70° C (-40 to 158° F) |
| Ambient operating humidity | 5 to 95% Noncondensing |
| Certifications | FCC, IC, CE, RoHS |
| NDAA Compliant | Yes |
| System | |
| Gain | 16 dBi |
| Channel sizes | 5/8/10/20/30/40 MHz |
| Max. VSWR | 1.5:1 |
| Polarization | Dual linear |
| Operating Frequency (MHz) | |
| Worldwide | 5150 - 5875 |
| USA | U-NII-1: 5150 - 5250 U-NII-2A: 5250 - 5350 U-NII-2C: 5470 - 5725 U-NII-3: 5725 - 5850 |
FAQs
Q1: What is the Ubiquiti NBE-M5-16 used for?
A1: The NBE-M5-16 is a 5 GHz airMAX CPE designed for point-to-point (PtP) or point-to-multipoint (PtMP) outdoor wireless links. It provides high-gain, focused connectivity for building-to-building or long-distance network bridging.
Q2: What are the key specifications of the NBE-M5-16?
A2:
Frequency: 5 GHz
Antenna Gain: 16 dBi
Dimensions: 140 × 140 × 54 mm
Weight: 320 g
Ethernet Interface: 10/100 Mbps RJ45 port
Processor: Atheros MIPS 74KC, 560 MHz
Memory: 64 MB DDR2
Power Method: 24 V, 0.5 A passive PoE
Max Power Consumption: 4 W
Operating Temperature: -40 °C to 70 °C
Q3: What throughput and range can the NBE-M5-16 achieve?
A3: The NBE-M5-16 can deliver over 100 Mbps of real throughput and maintain stable wireless links at distances up to 10 km or more with clear line-of-sight.
Q4: How is the NBE-M5-16 powered and installed?
A4: The NBE-M5-16 is powered using 24 V passive PoE and includes a pole-mounting kit for quick installation. Its lightweight design and integrated antenna simplify alignment and setup.
Q5: What software and features does the NBE-M5-16 support?
A5: The device uses Ubiquiti’s airMAX TDMA protocol to minimize interference and increase network efficiency. It also features an intuitive management interface via the UISP platform for easy monitoring and configuration.