Ubiquiti airFiber 60 HD – (AF60-HD) P-to-P Radio

The Ubiquiti airFiber 60 HD is a powerful high-throughput, long-range 60 GHz point-to-point (PtP) radio system designed for ultra-low latency and interference-free backhaul in dense urban environments. Engineered for ISPs and enterprise-grade wireless bridging, the airFiber 60 HD leverages advanced Wave technology and automatic beamforming to deliver fiber-like wireless performance with a total throughput of up to 6 Gbps and ranges exceeding 2 km in clear line-of-sight conditions.

Key Specifications

General

• Model: AF60-HD
• Manufacturer: Ubiquiti Networks
• Device Type: Point-to-Point 60 GHz Radio System
• Application: Outdoor backhaul and high-speed bridging

Hardware Specifications

Processor & Memory

• CPU: Quad-Core ARM Cortex-A7 at 1.4 GHz
• System Memory: 512 MB DDR3 RAM
• Storage: 256 MB NAND flash

Enclosure & Mounting

• Enclosure Material: UV-stabilized polycarbonate and aluminum
• Mounting: Precision alignment mount included (metal, multi-angle)
• Dimensions (with mount): 413 × 413 × 360 mm
• Weight (with mount): 5.2 kg

Radio & Antenna

• Frequency Band: 57–71 GHz (60 GHz unlicensed band)
• Channel Bandwidth: 2160 MHz (Automatic/Manual)
• Modulation: 16QAM, QPSK, BPSK
• Throughput: Up to 6 Gbps (aggregate)
• Range: Up to 2 km (1.24 miles)
• Beamforming: Yes (auto beam alignment and tracking)
• Integrated Antenna Gain:
  • 60 GHz: 43 dBi
  • 5 GHz (backup): 26 dBi

Secondary 5 GHz Radio (Backup Link)

• Frequency Band: 5.1 – 5.9 GHz
• Function: Failover and management fallback
• Throughput: Up to 867 Mbps
• Antenna Type: Integrated directional
• Backup Mode: Auto switch with configurable priority

Interfaces

• 1 × 10G SFP+ Port
• 1 × 2.5G Ethernet Port
• Power Supply Method:
  • PoE Input: 48V DC, 0.65A (Passive PoE)
  • PoE Adapter: Included (60W Gigabit PoE injector)
• Power Consumption: Max 18W

Performance & Features

• Latency: Sub-1ms
• Adaptive Modulation: Yes
• TDD Synchronization: GPS-synchronized for interference-free co-location
• Operating Modes:
  • Point-to-Point (PtP)
  • Backup Mode with auto-failover
• Weatherproof Rating: IP67 (outdoor-rated)
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F)
• Wind Survivability: 200 km/h

Management & Software

• Management Interface: UISP (Ubiquiti Network Management System)
• Configuration: Web UI, SSH, SNMPv2
• Monitoring: Real-time RF performance, throughput stats, and alignment tools

Compliance & Certifications

• Certifications: FCC, CE, IC
• ESD/Surge Protection: ±24kV Air/Contact

Package Contents

• 1 × airFiber 60 HD Radio Unit
• 1 × Precision Mount Kit
• 1 × 60W Gigabit PoE Adapter (with power cord)
• 1 × Quick Start Guide

Use Cases

• Wireless fiber backhaul for WISPs
• Building-to-building enterprise connectivity
• Metro-area high-speed links
• Industrial-grade infrastructure bridging

Meta Description

Ubiquiti airFiber 60 HD delivers ultra-fast 6 Gbps point-to-point wireless backhaul using 60 GHz with backup 5 GHz support, 2+ km range, and beamforming precision—ideal for fiber-grade performance in urban and enterprise deployments.

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