The Ubiquiti Wave MLO5 is a high-performance point-to-point radio system featuring dual 5 GHz WiFi 7-based radios with Multi-Link Operation (MLO) for improved throughput, link stability, and efficiency. Engineered for long-distance wireless deployments, the MLO5 supports over 100 km link range and delivers 5+ Gbps aggregate throughput, making it ideal for high-capacity backhaul and critical connectivity scenarios.
Equipped with advanced features such as channel puncturing and a dedicated spectral analysis radio, the Wave MLO5 ensures intelligent interference avoidance and optimised channel use. It includes both a 10 GbE port and an SFP+ port for flexible network integration, along with integrated Bluetooth for streamlined setup and management.
Compatible with a range of Ubiquiti antennas - including airMAX, airFiber X, UISP Dish, and UISP Horn - the Wave MLO5 supports a wide variety of deployment needs.
Note: MLO operation is currently supported up to 20 km, with extended ranges to be introduced via future firmware updates.
Any EU products are supplied with the appropriate UK power method at no extra cost.
Tech Specs
View the Ubiquiti UISP Wave MLO5 datasheet here.
| Device Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | |
| Dimensions | 249.3 x 82 x 47.6 mm (9.8 x 3.2 x 1.9") |
| Weight | 575 g (1.3 lb) |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminum alloy, UV-resistant polycarbonate |
| Mount Material | Strap: stainless metal Universal bracket: UV-resistant polycarbonate |
| Pole Mount Diameter | 25.4 to 50.8 mm (1 to 2") on pipe outer diameter |
| Weatherproofing | IPX6 |
| Hardware | |
| Processor | Quad-core IPQ5322 at 1.5 GHz |
| Memory | DDR4 1 GB |
| Networking Interface | (1) 10 GbE RJ45 port (1) 10G SFP+ port |
| RF Connectors | (2) RP-SMA (Waterproof) (1) GPS (Waterproof) |
| Max. Power Consumption | 20W |
| Power Method | Passive PoE 4-pairs (1, 2+; 3, 6-) (4, 5+; 7, 8-) Passive PoE 2-pairs (4, 5+; 7, 8-), for 44–54V DC only |
| Power Supply | 54V DC, 0.56A, 10 GbE PoE adapter (Included) |
| Supported Voltage Range | 44–54V DC 22–27V DC |
| Max. TX Power* | 5 GHz: 24 dBm *Depends on regulatory region. |
| MIMO | 5 GHz: (2) 2 x 2 |
| GPS | Yes |
| Button | (1) Factory reset |
| LEDs | (1) Power, (1) Ethernet, (1) GPS, (4) Signal |
| Ambient Operating Temperature | -40 to 60° C (-40 to 140° F) |
| Ambient Operating Humidity | 5 to 95% noncondensing |
| Certifications | FCC, IC, CE |
| NDAA Compliant | Yes |
| Software | |
| Operating Mode | PtP |
| Services | UISP, ping watchdog, NTP client |
| Tools | Alignment, speed test, ping, traceroute, discovery, site survey |
| Network | Bridge mode |
| Total Throughput | 5+ Gbps |
| Max. Range* | 100 km *Throughput and range values may vary depending on environmental conditions. |
| Encryption | WPA3-PSK (AES) |
| RF | |
| Operating Frequency* | 5180 – 5320, 5500 – 5700, 5745 – 5825 MHz *Depends on regulatory region. |
| Channel Bandwidth | Radio 1: 20, 40, 80, 160 MHz Radio 2: 20, 40, 80, 160, 240 MHz |
| Modulation | BPSK (½), QPSK (½), QPSK (¾), 16QAM (½), 16QAM (¾), 64QAM (⅔), 64QAM (¾), 64QAM (⅚), 256QAM (¾), 256QAM (⅚), 1024QAM (¾), 1024QAM (⅚), 4096QAM (¾), 4096QAM (⅚) |
FAQs
Q: What frequency range does the Ubiquiti Wave-MLO5 operate on?
A: The Wave-MLO5 operates in the 5.15–5.85 GHz band, providing robust 5 GHz connectivity for outdoor point-to-multipoint deployments.
Q: What gain and beamwidth does the Wave-MLO5 provide?
A: This sector antenna delivers 17 dBi gain with a 90° horizontal and 6° vertical beamwidth, offering wide coverage for multiple client connections.
Q: Can the Wave-MLO5 be used for outdoor multi-client networks?
A: Yes, its sector design and wide beamwidth make it ideal for point-to-multipoint networks, such as campus or enterprise outdoor wireless deployments.
Q: What are the physical dimensions and weight of the Wave-MLO5?
A: The antenna measures 1,050 x 180 x 120 mm (41.3 x 7.1 x 4.7 inches) and weighs 7.5 kg (16.5 lb), suitable for secure tower or pole installation.
Q: Is the Wave-MLO5 compatible with Ubiquiti airMAX devices?
A: Yes, it is designed to work seamlessly with Ubiquiti airMAX radios, providing high-performance coverage and stable connections across multiple clients.