Ubiquiti PowerBeam AC 500: High-Performance Wireless Bridge for Outdoor Networks

The Ubiquiti PowerBeam AC 500 delivers outstanding wireless connectivity for long-range outdoor deployments. Designed with advanced technology, it ensures robust data transmission with minimal interference, making it ideal for point-to-point and point-to-multipoint configurations. The integrated high-gain antenna enhances signal quality and range, while its durable UV-stabilized enclosure withstands harsh weather conditions. Quick to install and efficient to operate, the PowerBeam AC 500 is the perfect solution for demanding wireless networking applications.

Key Features

• High-gain 27 dBi antenna for long-range, high-speed connections
• Weather-resistant UV-stabilized plastic enclosure
• Signal strength LEDs for customizable RSSI level indicators
• Advanced noise isolation to minimize interference
• Compatible with the latest 802.11ac technology

Technical Specifications

Mechanical
Dimensions:
Without radome: 520 x 520 x 308 mm (20.5 x 20.5 x 12.1")
With radome: 525 x 525 x 315 mm (20.7 x 20.7 x 12.4")
Weight:
Without radome: 2.35 kg (5.2 lb)
With radome: 3.2 kg (7 lb)
Enclosure material: UV-stabilized plastic
Mounting: Pole mount kit (Included)
Wind loading: 264.6 N at 96 km/h (60 lbf at 60 mph)
Wind survivability: 96 km/h (60 mph)

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: 20-27V DC
Max. power consumption: 8.5W
ESD/EMP protection: Air/contact: ± 24 kV
LEDs: (1) Power, (1) LAN, (4) WLAN
Signal strength LEDs: Software-adjustable to correspond to custom RSSI levels
Salt fog test: IEC 68-2-11 (ASTM B117), 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), ETS 300 019-1-4
Wind-driven rain test: ETS 300 019-1-4, 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

System
Gain: 27 dBi
Max. VSWR: 1.5:1
Channel sizes:
PtP Mode: 10/20/30/40/50/60/80 MHz
PtMP Mode: 10/20/30/40 MHz
Polarization: Dual linear
Operating Frequency (MHz):
Worldwide: 5150 - 5875 MHz
USA:
U-NII-1: 5150 – 5250 MHz
U-NII-2A: 5250 – 5350 MHz
U-NII-2C: 5470 – 5725 MHz
U-NII-3: 5725 – 5850 MHz