Ubiquiti airMAX IsoStation M5
The Ubiquiti airMAX IsoStation M5 is a versatile, modular device that features a sturdy die-cast aluminum base and interchangeable horn antennas. This innovative design reduces side lobes and allows for a wider range of deployment options. While the device comes with a standard 45° symmetrical horn, it can easily be replaced with a 30° symmetrical horn, or a 60° or 90° asymmetrical horn. With a convenient single button release, changing antennas is a breeze, making it effortless to enhance or expand your network.
Any EU products are supplied with the appropriate UK power method at no extra cost.
Tech Specs
Click here for the Ubiquiti airMAX IsoStation M5 datasheet.
| Device Specifications — Mechanical / Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | With horn: 174 x 174 x 150 mm (6.9 x 6.9 x 5.9") Without horn: 131 x 131 x 65 mm (5.2 x 5.2 x 2.6") |
| Weight | With horn: 726 g (1.6 lb) Without horn: 408 g (0.90 lb) |
| Wind Loading | 36 N @ 200 km/h (8.09 lbf @ 125 mph) |
| Wind Survivability | 200 km/h (125 mph) |
| Mounting | Pole-mount (Kit included) |
| Hardware | |
| Networking Interface | (1) GbE RJ45 port |
| Power Method | Passive PoE 2-pair (4, 5+; 7, 8 return) |
| Power Supply | 24V, 0.5A gigabit PoE adapter (Included) |
| Supported Voltage Range | 22–27V DC |
| Max. Power Consumption | 6.5W |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 5 to 95% noncondensing |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, IC |
| NDAA Compliant | Yes |
| System | |
| Gain | 14 dBi |
| Beamwidth | 45° (Default Horn) |
| Operating Frequency | Worldwide: 5150-5875 MHz USA: U-NII-1: 5150-5250 MHz, U-NII-3: 5725-5850 MHz |
FAQs
Q1: What is the Ubiquiti IS‑M5 used for?
A: The IS‑M5 is an outdoor 5 GHz wireless CPE/radio designed for point‑to‑point or point‑to‑multipoint links, providing reliable 5 GHz connectivity for backhaul or distribution in wireless networks.
Q2: What are the basic antenna and radio specifications of the IS‑M5?
A: It operates in the 5.15–5.875 GHz band, uses a built‑in 14 dBi antenna, and has a default horizontal beamwidth of 45° (with the supplied horn antenna), giving a good balance between range and coverage.
Q3: What network interface and power method does the unit use?
A: It has one Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45) port for data, and is powered via passive PoE (24 V DC, 0.5 A) over the Ethernet cable — no separate power cable required.
Q4: What are the mechanical and environmental operating specifications?
A: With the horn, its dimensions are approximately 174 × 174 × 150 mm; weight is around 726 g. It’s designed for outdoor use, with an operating temperature range of –40 °C to +70 °C and rated wind survivability up to 200 km/h, making it suitable for exposed mast or rooftop installation.
Q5: What sort of deployment scenarios is IS‑M5 best suited for?
A: It is ideal for bridging networks over moderate distances, wireless backhaul, rural or remote‑site connectivity, or building robust 5 GHz links where reliability and weather resistance matter — especially when a compact, integrated‑antenna CPE is desirable.