Ubiquiti Rocket5AC Lite (R5AC-Lite) airMAX ac 5GHz BaseStation Radio

The Ubiquiti Rocket5AC Lite (R5AC-Lite) is a high-performance 5GHz airMAX ac BaseStation radio designed for Internet Service Providers (ISPs), WISPs, enterprises, and network integrators seeking reliable long-range wireless connectivity. Powered by Ubiquiti’s proprietary airMAX AC TDMA technology, the Rocket5AC Lite delivers throughput exceeding 500 Mbps, making it ideal for Point-to-Point (PtP) backhaul and Point-to-Multipoint (PtMP) deployments. It combines carrier-grade wireless performance with simple installation, excellent RF efficiency, and seamless compatibility with the complete range of Ubiquiti airMAX Sector, Omni, and RocketDish antennas.

Unlike traditional Wi-Fi devices, the Rocket5AC Lite uses airMAX AC technology to eliminate hidden node collisions while maximizing airtime efficiency. This intelligent TDMA scheduling significantly improves latency, throughput, scalability, and overall wireless stability, especially in dense outdoor environments where multiple subscribers are connected simultaneously. The system supports advanced QoS, packet prioritization, and traffic shaping to ensure smooth voice, video, and data transmission.

Built for outdoor deployment, the Rocket5AC Lite features a UV-stabilized polycarbonate enclosure, operates in temperatures from -40°C to 80°C, and includes waterproof RP-SMA RF connectors for dependable performance in harsh environments. It offers a Gigabit Ethernet port, 24V Passive PoE, and consumes only 8.5W, making installation simple while reducing operational costs.

One of the standout advantages of the Rocket5AC Lite is its compatibility with multiple antenna types. Pair it with a RocketDish antenna for high-capacity PtP backhaul links spanning many kilometers, or combine it with an airMAX Sector antenna to build scalable wireless broadband networks serving dozens of customers. It also works seamlessly with airMAX Omni antennas for wide-area coverage, giving network engineers maximum deployment flexibility.

The integrated airOS 8 operating system provides an intuitive web interface with advanced wireless management features including:

Dynamic ACK and ACKless Mode
Frequency Band Offset
airMAX AC Mode
VLAN Support
Discovery Protocol
SNMP Monitoring
SSH Management
Site Survey
Ping Watchdog
Traffic Shaping
Speed Test Utilities
Detailed Statistical Reporting

These features make network monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization fast and efficient.

Another key advantage is the built-in Advanced RF Analytics engine. Using a dedicated radio and processor, the Rocket5AC Lite continuously monitors the entire 5GHz spectrum without interrupting wireless traffic. Network administrators gain access to real-time RF diagnostics, airView Spectrum Analyzer, interference detection, signal quality monitoring, constellation diagrams, CINR analysis, and environmental noise measurements to help optimize network performance and channel selection.

Key Features

airMAX AC Technology
Up to 500+ Mbps aggregate throughput
High-performance 27 dBm transmit power
5 GHz frequency operation
Gigabit Ethernet interface
Passive 24V PoE powered
Outdoor UV-resistant enclosure
Supports PtP and PtMP deployments
Advanced RF Analytics with airView
Compatible with RocketDish, Sector and Omni antennas
WPA2 AES Security
Low power consumption (8.5W)
Software-adjustable transmit power
Dynamic ACK technology
VLAN support
SNMP & SSH management

Technical Specifications

Frequency: 5150–5875 MHz
Processor: Atheros MIPS 74Kc 720 MHz
Memory: 128 MB DDR2 RAM
Flash Storage: 16 MB NOR
Ethernet: 1 × Gigabit RJ45
Output Power: Up to 27 dBm
Power Method: 24V Passive PoE
RF Connectors: 2 × Waterproof RP-SMA
Dimensions: 162 × 84 × 37 mm
Weight: 250 g
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +80°C
Humidity: 5–95% Non-condensing

Ideal Applications

Wireless Internet Service Providers (WISPs)
Long-distance wireless backhaul
Campus networking
Rural broadband deployment
Enterprise wireless bridges
CCTV wireless transmission
Industrial networking
Large outdoor Wi-Fi infrastructure
Remote office connectivity
ISP tower deployments

Why Buy from Wavetech?

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