- Description
- Specifications
Compact 5 GHz airMAX ac CPE with Integrated Directional Antenna and Dedicated Management Radio
The Ubiquiti NanoStation 5AC Loco (Loco5AC) is a compact, low-cost 5 GHz CPE radio with an integrated directional antenna and airMAX ac protocol support. Designed as the most affordable subscriber endpoint in the airMAX ac lineup, it delivers up to 450+ Mbps real throughput while fitting in an ultra-compact form factor that weighs just 6.35 oz. A dedicated Wi-Fi management radio provides mobile app access for quick field configuration without needing a laptop.
The Loco5AC targets high-volume CPE deployments where cost per subscriber matters as much as performance. The integrated radio and antenna eliminate separate components, and the compact packaging keeps shipping costs low when deploying hundreds of units across a subscriber base. It connects to any airMAX ac base station, including Rocket 5ac, LiteAP, and other airMAX access points operating in the 5 GHz band.
Where the Loco5AC Fits
- WISP subscriber installations where cost-per-subscriber is the priority and the compact form factor simplifies residential rooftop and pole mounting with minimal hardware
- Short to mid-range point-to-point links where two Loco5AC units provide an economical wireless bridge between buildings at distances up to several kilometers in clear line of sight
- Temporary and event deployments where the lightweight design, tool-free assembly, and mobile app setup get connectivity online quickly at construction sites, outdoor events, or pop-up locations
What the Loco5AC Delivers
- airMAX ac protocol, 450+ Mbps throughput: TDMA scheduling with airMAX ac provides predictable performance and fair bandwidth allocation across all connected clients. Selectable channel widths optimize for throughput or range.
- Integrated directional antenna: Built-in directional antenna focuses signal toward the base station and rejects interference from other directions. No external antenna or RF cables required.
- Dedicated Wi-Fi management radio: Separate radio for mobile app setup and configuration. Technicians configure the device from a phone at the installation site without a wired connection to the management interface.
- Ultra-compact at 6.35 oz: One of the lightest CPE devices in the airMAX lineup. Pole-mounts with a single wrench, assembles without tools, and ships in compact packaging for efficient logistics.
- PoE powered, GbE backhaul: Single Ethernet cable delivers power and Gigabit data. One cable run from indoor equipment to the outdoor radio.
