Description
The UBIQUITI airMAX Rocket 5AC Lite is a 5 GHz radio for point-to-point links and point-to-multipoint base-station deployments. Two waterproof RP-SMA connections allow it to be paired with a suitable external airMAX antenna, which is sold separately.
A Gigabit Ethernet port and 24 V passive PoE simplify network and power delivery to the installation point. airOS provides bridge, routing, traffic-shaping and monitoring functions for wireless link management.
Why you’ll love it
- Flexible antenna choice: Pair the radio with a compatible external antenna for the required coverage pattern.
- PtP or PtMP operation: Use it for backhaul links or as a sector base-station radio.
- Gigabit Ethernet: Supports a fast wired network connection.
- Passive PoE: Carries power and data to the mounted radio over one Ethernet cable.
- Wide operating range: Specified for demanding outdoor temperature conditions.
Technical specifications
- Model: R5AC-LITE
- Frequency range: 5.15–5.875 GHz, subject to regional regulations
- Network interface: 1 × Gigabit Ethernet
- RF connections: 2 × waterproof RP-SMA
- Power: 24 V passive PoE; supported input 20–27 V DC
- Maximum power consumption: 8.5 W
- Operating temperature: -40 to 80 °C


