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Product Features
Technical Overview
This antenna's technical profile centers on its 5 GHz band operation, which is optimized for high-capacity wireless bridging. The 15.5 dBi gain provides focused beamwidth to maximize signal strength over targeted distances, reducing attenuation and improving link reliability. The frequency range of 5.15 to 5.85 GHz covers standard 5 GHz channels, supporting both licensed and unlicensed spectrum use.
The horn design isolates signals effectively, which is crucial in dense deployment scenarios where multiple antennas are co-located. This isolation minimizes cross-talk and enhances overall network performance by maintaining clean signal paths. The antenna is environmentally friendly, built to withstand outdoor elements while maintaining electrical integrity.
Relevant factors for this section include Operating Frequency Range, Antenna Gain (Isotropic), Height, Diameter. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
The HORN-5-45 antenna offers distinct advantages for wireless infrastructure projects, particularly in scenarios demanding high gain and interference mitigation. Its horn configuration provides superior isolation compared to omnidirectional antennas, making it ideal for co-location setups where signal purity is paramount.
These strengths make the product easier to deploy and manage in real environments, especially where reliability, usability, and day-to-day operational continuity matter. Notable benefits include Enhanced Co-Location Performance, Dual-Linear Polarization.
Enhanced Co-Location Performance
The isolation antenna horn design reduces interference between adjacent antennas, allowing for tighter placement in multi-antenna arrays without degrading signal quality.
- Minimizes cross-talk
- Supports dense deployments
Dual-Linear Polarization
This feature ensures consistent signal reception regardless of polarization alignment, improving reliability in dynamic environmental conditions and reducing link downtime.
- Stable transmission
- Weather-resistant performance
Deployment / Use Cases
This antenna is primarily deployed in wireless bridge applications, connecting separate network segments over air. It is commonly used in enterprise, industrial, and service provider networks to establish point-to-point links between buildings, towers, or remote sites where fiber or wired connections are impractical.
Typical use cases include extending campus networks across parking lots or between facilities, providing backhaul for surveillance systems, and linking remote offices in rural areas. The pole mount form factor simplifies installation on existing infrastructure, such as light poles or dedicated masts, reducing deployment time and costs.
Relevant factors for this section include Operating Frequency Range, Antenna Gain (Isotropic), Height, Diameter. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Physical Profile
With a compact height of 3.78 inches and a diameter of 6.89 inches, this antenna features a low-profile design that minimizes wind load and visual impact. The pole mount form factor allows for straightforward installation on standard poles or masts, using common mounting hardware. Weighing approximately 2.95 pounds, it is lightweight yet durable, constructed from materials that resist corrosion and UV degradation for long-term outdoor use.
- Height
- 3.78" (96 mm)
- Weight
- 2.95 lb (1340 g)
Highlights
- 5 GHz beamwidth antenna for wireless bridge applications
- 15.5 dBi isotropic gain across 5.15 to 5.85 GHz range
- Isolation horn design enhances co-location performance
- Dual-linear polarization for stable signal transmission
- Compatible with Ubiquiti airFiber LTU and airMAX devices
- Pole mount form factor for easy installation
- Environmentally friendly construction
- 2-year limited warranty for reliability assurance
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ubiquiti Inc. |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HORN-5-45 |
| Brand Name | Ubiquiti |
| Product Line | Horn 5 |
| Product Model | Horn-5-45 |
| Product Name | 5 GHz Beamwidth Horn Antenna |
| Product Type | Antenna |
| Technical Information | |
| Operating Frequency Range | 5.15 GHz to 5.85 GHz |
| Antenna Gain (Isotropic) | 15.5 dBi |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Height | 3.78" (96 mm) |
| Diameter | 6.89" (175 mm) |
| Form Factor | Pole |
| Weight (Approximate) | 2.95 lb (1340 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Application/Usage | Wireless Bridge |
| Compatibility | Ubiquiti Networks Devices: airFiber LTU™ AF-LTU IsoStation IS-5AC IsoStation IS-M5 PrismStation PS-5AC |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 2 Year |
FAQ
What frequency range does the Ubiquiti HORN-5-45 antenna support?
The Ubiquiti HORN-5-45 antenna operates across the 5.15 GHz to 5.85 GHz frequency range. This covers standard 5 GHz bands used in wireless networking, supporting both unlicensed and licensed spectrum for flexible deployment in point-to-point or point-to-multipoint bridge configurations.
What is the antenna gain of the HORN-5-45, and how does it benefit wireless bridges?
This antenna provides 15.5 dBi isotropic gain, which focuses signal strength into a directed beamwidth. Higher gain improves link reliability over longer distances by reducing signal attenuation, making it effective for extending wireless bridges between remote sites with minimal interference.
Which Ubiquiti devices are compatible with this antenna?
The HORN-5-45 is compatible with specific Ubiquiti Networks devices, including airFiber LTU™ AF-LTU, IsoStation IS-5AC, IsoStation IS-M5, and PrismStation PS-5AC. It is designed as an isolation antenna horn for airFiber LTU and airMAX platforms, ensuring optimized performance in co-location setups.
How does the horn design improve co-location performance?
The horn design isolates signals by directing them in a focused beam, minimizing interference between adjacent antennas. This allows for tighter placement in multi-antenna arrays, reducing cross-talk and enhancing overall network throughput in dense deployment environments.
What mounting options are available for this antenna?
This antenna features a pole mount form factor, designed for installation on standard poles or masts. Its compact dimensions of 3.78 inches in height and 6.89 inches in diameter make it suitable for outdoor setups on existing infrastructure, such as light poles or dedicated wireless towers.
What warranty coverage does Ubiquiti provide for the HORN-5-45 antenna?
Ubiquiti offers a 2-year limited warranty for the HORN-5-45 antenna. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship, providing assurance of reliability for outdoor deployments in wireless bridge applications.