Ubiquiti PowerBeam 5AC-500 (PBE-5AC-500) Overview

The Ubiquiti PowerBeam 5AC-500 (PBE-5AC-500) is a high-performance airMAX AC bridge designed for long-distance point-to-point (PtP) and point-to-multipoint (PtMP) wireless links. With its powerful 27dBi integrated dish antenna, this device delivers exceptional throughput, high noise immunity, and stable performance even in congested 5GHz environments. It is ideal for ISPs, CCTV backhauls, enterprise outdoor links, rural connectivity, and any deployment requiring fast, reliable long-range communication. The robust dish design ensures superior beam directivity and improved signal strength over long distances.

Key Features & Benefits

• 27dBi High-Gain Integrated Dish Antenna
  Benefit: Provides long-range connectivity, excellent signal strength, and stable wireless links over 30km+.

• airMAX AC Technology
  Benefit: Delivers higher throughput, lower latency, and improved noise isolation compared to older airMAX M devices.

• Superior Beam Directivity
  Benefit: Minimizes interference from surrounding wireless signals, ensuring more reliable performance.

• Plug-and-Play Mounting System
  Benefit: Easy and fast installation for technicians and wireless ISPs, reducing deployment time.

• Rugged Outdoor Construction
  Benefit: Operates reliably in harsh weather conditions with UV-resistant materials and strong mechanical design.

Technical Specifications

General

• Model: Ubiquiti PowerBeam 5AC-500

• Part Number: PBE-5AC-500

• Application: Outdoor long-range wireless bridge

• Antenna Gain: 27 dBi

Wireless

• Operating Frequency: 5.1 – 5.8 GHz

• Wireless Standard: airMAX AC

• Throughput: 450+ Mbps real-world

• Modulation: 256QAM

• Beamwidth: Narrow, highly directional

Hardware

• Processor: Atheros MIPS 74KC

• Memory: 128 MB DDR2

• Storage: 16 MB Flash

• Enclosure: UV-resistant, outdoor weatherproof

Interfaces

• 1 × 10/100/1000 Ethernet port

• Supports passive PoE (24V)

Power

• Power Method: Passive PoE 24V

• Power Consumption: 8.5W max

• PoE Injector: Included in most packages

Range & Performance

• PtP Range: 30 km – 50 km+ (line-of-sight)

• Noise Immunity: Excellent due to dish design

• Latency: Ultra-low latency communication

Installation

• Quick-mount pole bracket

• Precision alignment system

• Lightweight but durable dish design

Environmental

• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C

• Wind Survivability: 200+ km/h

• Outdoor-rated materials

Warranty

• 1-year manufacturer warranty (varies by region)

Product Summary

The Ubiquiti PowerBeam 5AC-500 (PBE-5AC-500) is a powerful, long-distance airMAX AC bridge designed for high-performance outdoor wireless links. With a strong 27dBi dish antenna, advanced airMAX AC technology, and exceptional noise isolation, it is ideal for ISPs, enterprise backhauls, CCTV links, and rural connectivity requiring reliable, high-speed PtP communication.

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