Ubiquiti Networks
Ubiquiti Networks LBE-5AC-LR 26 dBi network antenna
A 26 dBi directional antenna built for long-distance wireless links with a separate radio for mobile setup
- Affordable CPE built for long-distance links
- 26 dBi gain for extended connectivity
- Directional pattern improves noise immunity
- Lightweight design simplifies shipping and logistics
- Integrated Wi-Fi radio enables mobile setup
Long-range 26 dBi directional antenna
The Ubiquiti Networks LBE-5AC-LR is an affordable airMAX AC customer premises device built for long-distance wireless links. Its high-gain directional pattern improves noise immunity across extended paths. A separate Wi-Fi radio allows quick configuration from a mobile device. The lightweight design ships in ultra-compact packaging.
Capacity and headroom for extended links
The 26 dBi gain provides the signal headroom needed for stable connectivity over long distances. The directional antenna pattern rejects off-axis interference, preserving throughput where omnidirectional units would struggle. Performance scales with clear line-of-sight and proper alignment; heavy foliage or structural obstacles will reduce effective range.
Integrated setup radio decides deployment speed
The built-in Wi-Fi management radio lets installers align and configure the unit from a smartphone without a laptop or wired connection. This single feature determines how quickly a link can be commissioned in the field. Buyers who require purely wired management or a different radio protocol should look elsewhere.
Highlights
- Affordable CPE built for long-distance links
- 26 dBi gain for extended connectivity
- Directional pattern improves noise immunity
- Lightweight design simplifies shipping and logistics
- Integrated Wi-Fi radio enables mobile setup
Specifications
| Brand | Ubiquiti Networks |
|---|---|
| Shipping weight | 2.45 kg |
| Package size | 411 × 246 × 155 mm |
Questions about this item
Will the 26 dBi gain work with my existing airMAX AC base station?
Yes, the LBE-5AC-LR is an airMAX AC CPE designed for long-distance links and will connect to compatible airMAX AC base stations.
How can I verify the link is performing correctly after installation?
Use the integrated separate Wi-Fi radio to connect your mobile device and run the setup app for real-time signal readings and alignment.
Does the box include a pole mount or do I need to buy one separately?
The unit includes the antenna with integrated reflector and elevation adjustment; azimuth is set by rotating the assembly on a pole you supply.
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