Ubiquiti airFiber 5XHD (AF‑5XHD)

The Ubiquiti airFiber 5XHD (AF‑5XHD) is a high-performance 5 GHz point-to-point wireless bridge engineered for long-range, high-throughput backhaul. With up to 1.5 Gbps full-duplex throughput, GPS synchronization, and ultra-low latency, it ensures reliable and interference-resistant connectivity in challenging environments. Its rugged design and powerful airOS features make it ideal for ISP backhauls and enterprise network links.

Detailed Specifications for Ubiquiti airFiber 5XHD (AF‑5XHD)

🛠️ Mechanical & Environmental

• Dimensions: 336 × 316 × 232 mm
• Weight: 2.7 kg (including mount)
• Construction: Rugged UV-resistant composite with integrated feed and pole-mount kit
• Wind Rating: Withstands up to 200 km/h; wind load ~300 N at design wind speed
• Operating Conditions: –40 °C to +55 °C; 5–95 % non-condensing humidity
• Protection: ESD/EMP rated to ±24 kV; IP‑class outdoor housing with CE, FCC, IC certifications

🔌 Networking & Power

• Data Port: 1 × Gigabit RJ45
• Management Port: 1 × 10/100 Mbps RJ45
• Alignment Aid: Built-in audio tone for dish alignment
• Power Input: Passive PoE using included 50 V, 1.2 A 4‑pair injector
• Voltage Range: Operates from 42–58 V DC; max power draw ~30 W

📡 Ubiquiti airFiber 5XHD RF & Antenna

• Frequency Range: 4.9–5.9 GHz (regional compliance)
• Antenna Gain:
  • Transmit: 27 dBi
  • Receive: 29 dBi
• Beamwidth: Approximately 6°
• Polarization: Dual-slant; high cross-polar isolation
• Modulation & Channels:
  • Channels: 10/20/30/40/50/60/80/100 MHz
  • Modulation: 64QAM to QPSK MIMO/SISO, plus 256/1024‑QAM

🚀 Performance & Synchronization

• Throughput:
  • Full-duplex (FDD) up to 1.5 Gbps aggregate
  • Half-duplex (TDD) up to 750 Mbps
• Latency: ≤ 200 µs (FDD); < 2 ms (TDD)
• Range: Optimized for up to ~30 km in clear line-of-sight conditions
• Packet Capacity: Over 1 Mpps forwarding performance
• GPS Sync: Built-in; supports frequency accuracy to ±0.2 ppm

⚙️ Software & Features

• Operating System: airOS with intuitive web interface
• Duplex Modes: FDD or TDD selectable
• RF Diagnostics: Provides constellation plots, SNR/CINR charts, real-time airView spectrum
• Alignment Tools: Tone generator, alignment meter, and LED feedback
• Security: Hardware-accelerated 128-bit AES encryption
• Advanced Features:
  • Frequency agility with auto-Tx adjustment
  • Hybrid Duplex operation balancing efficiency and latency
  • Remote firmware updates, SNMP, lock-down configurations

✅ Conclusion

The Ubiquiti airFiber 5XHD (AF‑5XHD) is a 5 GHz high-capacity point-to-point bridge delivering up to 1.5 Gbps FDD throughput, ultra-low latency, GPS sync, and rugged outdoor performance—ideal for long-distance wireless backhaul.

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