Description
airMAX Rocket AC Lite (R5AC-Lite)
The airMAX Rocket AC Lite (R5AC-Lite) is a compact 5 GHz airMAX ac base station that delivers up to 500+ Mbps throughput . Featuring a UV‑stabilized plastic enclosure with integrated mounting, it can be paired with a variety of airMAX ac antennas for scalable PtP and PtMP deployments .
Specifications:
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Model: airMAX Rocket AC Lite (R5AC-Lite)
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Device Type: 5 GHz airMAX AC BaseStation
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Function: High‑throughput, long‑distance wireless bridging for PtP and PtMP links
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Networking Interface: 1 GbE RJ45 port
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Processor: Atheros MIPS 74Kc, 720 MHz
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Memory: 128 MB DDR2 SDRAM, 16 MB NOR Flash
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Max. Power Consumption: 8.5W
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Power Method: 24V passive PoE 2‑pair (4, 5+; 7, 8 return)
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Power Supply: 24V, 0.5A Gigabit PoE adapter (included)
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Supported Voltage Range: 20–27V DC
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Max. TX Power: 27 dBm
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Frequency Range (Worldwide): 5150 – 5875 MHz
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RF Connectors: 2x RP‑SMA (waterproof)
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LED Indicators: Power, LAN, 4x Signal Strength
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ESD/EMP Protection: ±24kV air / contact
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Mounting: Pole‑mount (kit included)
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Dimensions: 162 x 84 x 37 mm (6.4 x 3.3 x 1.5″)
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Weight: 250 g (8.8 oz)
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Enclosure Material: UV‑stabilized polycarbonate
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Operating Temperature: -40 to 80° C (-40 to 176° F)
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Operating Humidity: 5 to 95% noncondensing
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Use Case: PtP and PtMP backhaul, WISP last‑mile connectivity, and high‑capacity outdoor wireless links
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Security Features: WPA2‑AES encryption, NDAA compliant
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Management: AirOS 8, SNMP, SSH, Ping Watchdog
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Design: Compact, rugged outdoor form factor with versatile mounting and multiple channel size options (PtP: up to 80 MHz; PtMP: up to 40 MHz)















