airMAX LiteBeam M5 is a lightweight, compact outdoor bridge from Ubiquiti, delivering 23 dBi antenna gain in a genuinely small and affordable package. Built for budget-conscious point-to-point deployments, this bridge combines radio and antenna into one lightweight unit that’s easy to mount and simple to deploy.
The airMAX LiteBeam M5 features a 23 dBi integrated antenna with a max VSWR of 1.5:1 and total output power of 25 dBm, giving it solid reach for connecting fixed locations without the size and weight of Ubiquiti’s larger PowerBeam models. At just 750g and 362 x 267 x 184mm, it’s noticeably more compact and lighter than nearly every other bridge in Ubiquiti’s airMAX lineup, making it easy to handle during installation and mount on smaller poles.
Connectivity is handled through 1 x 10/100 Mbps Ethernet RJ45 port — a Fast Ethernet interface rather than Gigabit, reflecting the airMAX LiteBeam M5’s positioning as an entry-level bridge for applications where full Gigabit throughput isn’t a requirement. Power is delivered via passive PoE 2-pair using the included 24V, 0.2A PoE adapter, with a supported voltage range of 22-27V DC and maximum power consumption of just 7W — genuinely efficient even by airMAX standards.
Despite its compact size and lower price point, the airMAX LiteBeam M5 doesn’t compromise on outdoor durability. It’s rated for operation across an extreme -40°C to 70°C temperature range with 5-95% non-condensing humidity tolerance, and carries shock and vibration certification to ETSI300-019-1.4 standards.
The unit includes a pole mount bracket for straightforward installation and is NDAA compliant, carrying FCC, IC, CE, and RoHS certification, along with ETSI EN 302 326 DN2 specification compliance for European deployments. This broad certification coverage makes the airMAX LiteBeam M5 a viable option across a wide range of regulatory environments.
For installers, WISPs, and hobbyists needing a genuinely affordable, lightweight point-to-point bridge for lower-bandwidth links — home networking extensions, small business connections, or budget-conscious wireless backhaul — the airMAX LiteBeam M5 offers dependable outdoor performance without the cost or bulk of a larger, higher-throughput bridge.
airMAX LiteBeam M5 (LBE-M5-23) Wireless & RF
| Feature | Specification |
| Model | airMAX LiteBeam M5 (LBE-M5-23) |
| Operating Frequency Band | 5 GHz |
| Antenna Gain | 23 dBi |
| Max. VSWR | 1.5:1 |
| Total Output Power | 25 dBm |
airMAX LiteBeam M5 (LBE-M5-23) Hardware & Electrical
| Feature | Specification |
| Networking Interface | 1 × 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet port |
| Power Method | Passive PoE 2-Pair (Pins 4, 5+; Pins 7, 8 return) |
| Power Supply | 24 V, 0.2 A PoE adapter (included) |
| Supported Voltage Range | 22–27 V DC |
| Max. Power Consumption | 7 W |
airMAX LiteBeam M5 (LBE-M5-23) Mechanical & Environmental
| Feature | Specification |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 362 mm × 267 mm × 184 mm (14.25″ × 10.5″ × 7.2″) |
| Weight | 750 g (1.7 lb) |
| Mounting | Pole Mount (included) |
| Ambient Operating Temperature | –40 °C to 70 °C (–40 °F to 158 °F) |
| Ambient Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
| ETSI Specification | EN 302 326 DN2 |
| Shock & Vibration | ETSI300-019-1.4 |
| Certifications & Compliance | FCC, IC, CE, RoHS, NDAA Compliant, Anatel: 00723-16-08356 |
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