The HORN-5-60 delivers 16 dBi gain with a 60° beamwidth, making it ideal for point-to-multipoint wireless deployments that require directional coverage across a wider area than narrower horn antennas. This specification makes it suitable for base station applications where you need to cover a broader sector while maintaining strong signal directionality.
The HORN-5-60 operates across the 5.15 GHz to 5.85 GHz frequency band, covering the full 5 GHz spectrum used for wireless networking. This wide frequency range ensures compatibility with standard UniFi and airMAX devices operating in worldwide, USA U-NII-1, and USA U-NII-3 regulatory domains.
Yes, the HORN-5-60 is designed as a base station antenna for outdoor wireless deployments. Ubiquiti's outdoor-rated equipment in this product line operates reliably in temperatures from -40 to 70°C and humidity levels from 5 to 95% noncondensing, with wind survivability rated at 200 km/h (125 mph).
The HORN-5-60 supports pole-mount installation, which is standard for outdoor base station antennas. This mounting method allows for flexible placement on towers, poles, or mast structures commonly used in wireless network deployments.
Unlike omnidirectional antennas that radiate equally in all directions, the HORN-5-60's 16 dBi directional horn design concentrates RF energy in a specific 60° beamwidth sector, providing significantly higher gain and longer range in targeted coverage areas. This makes it ideal for point-to-multipoint base station applications where you need to reach distant clients in a specific direction.
The HORN-5-60 is designed to work with Ubiquiti base stations that use Passive PoE (Power over Ethernet) delivery, typically 24V at 0.5A or similar ratings depending on the connected equipment. Maximum power consumption for compatible base station hardware ranges from 6.5W to 8.5W, making it efficient for extended outdoor deployments.
