YNW 5-90ac 5GHz 802.11ac Sector Base Station QCA 9563 + QCA 9882
YNW 5-90ac 5GHz 802.11ac outdoor sector base station with integrated 18dBi dual-polarized 90-degree sector antenna, 2x2 MIMO, 500+ Mbps throughput, iPoll 3 protocol, IP66 rated for PTMP coverage up to 5km. Supports 30-50 clients per sector for WISP and campus networks
YNW 5-90ac 5GHz 802.11ac Sector Base Station
Product Overview
The YNW 5-90ac is a 5GHz 802.11ac sector base station built on the QCA 9563 + QCA 9882 chipset. Featuring an integrated 18 dBi dual-polarized 90-degree sector antenna, it delivers an aggregate throughput of over 500 Mbps with a recommended PtMP coverage range of 5 km, purpose-built for outdoor wireless broadband access and video surveillance backhaul.
Key Highlights
Core Advantage: 18 dBi dual-polarized 90-degree sector antenna paired with iPoll 3 proprietary protocol enables a single unit to cover a 90-degree sector, ideal for PtMP center-station deployments. The 750 MHz CPU and 64 MB RAM provide stable 500+ Mbps forwarding capacity.
Typical Applications: Wireless broadband access (WISP), video surveillance backhaul aggregation, rural broadband coverage, hotspot coverage.
Memory: 64 MB RAM / 16 MB Flash
WiFi Standard: 802.11a/n/ac
Interface: Gigabit RJ45 PoE Input
Antenna Gain: 18 dBi
Technical Specifications
The following are the complete technical specifications for the YNW 5-90ac, sourced from the official datasheet and measured under typical 25°C test conditions.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Wireless Standard | IEEE 802.11a/n/ac, iPoll 3 |
| Operating Frequency | 5.150 – 5.850 GHz (FCC: 5.150–5.250, 5.725–5.850 GHz) |
| MIMO Configuration | Dual-chain 2×2 MIMO |
| Channel Bandwidth | 5, 10, 20, 40, 80 MHz |
| Modulation | 802.11a/n: OFDM (64-QAM, 16-QAM, QPSK, BPSK) 802.11ac: OFDM (256-QAM, 64-QAM, 16-QAM, QPSK, BPSK) |
| Transmit Power | Up to +30 dBm (subject to country regulations) |
| Max Throughput | 500+ Mbps (aggregate) |
| Antenna Type | Integrated dual-polarized 90° sector antenna |
| Antenna Gain | 18 dBi |
| Polarization | Dual-linear |
| Cross-Pol Isolation | ≥24 dB |
| VSWR | <1.7 |
| Horizontal Beamwidth | 90° (V and H polarization) |
| Vertical Beamwidth | 20° |
| Interface | 10/100/1000 Base-T, RJ45 (Passive PoE 24V) |
| Power Supply | 24 VDC Passive PoE (AC to 24 VDC adapter included) |
| Max Power Consumption | 10 W |
| Memory | 64 MB RAM / 16 MB Flash |
| Ingress Protection | IP66 |
| Surge Protection | 3 kV line-to-ground / 1 kV line-to-line |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +65°C (-40°F to +149°F) |
| Humidity | 0–90% (non-condensing) |
| Dimensions | 380 × 100 × 35 mm |
| Weight | 460 g |
| Mounting | Pole mount, bracket included |
| Recommended Coverage | 5 km (3.1 mi) |
| Compatibility | Backward compatible with previous generation YNW iPoll devices |
Key Features
18 dBi 90° Sector Antenna
The 90° horizontal beamwidth paired with a 20° vertical beamwidth enables a single unit to cover an entire sector. The dual-polarization design (cross-pol isolation ≥24 dB) reduces co-channel interference in dense deployments, improving spectrum reuse efficiency.
iPoll 3 Proprietary Protocol
iPoll 3 is optimized for PtMP scenarios, eliminating the time-slot waste of traditional TDMA schemes. It maintains stable low latency and high throughput even under multi-client concurrent access.
500+ Mbps Throughput
2×2 MIMO + 80 MHz channel + 256-QAM modulation delivers a theoretical PHY rate of 866 Mbps and real aggregate throughput of 500+ Mbps, meeting multi-user broadband access and video aggregation needs.
Lightweight Metal-Free Design
The metal-free enclosure weighs only 460 g, effectively reducing pole load. Rated IP66 for outdoor environments, with compact packaging reducing shipping costs.
Integrated Surge Protection
3 kV line-to-ground / 1 kV line-to-line surge protection ensures stable operation in lightning-prone areas and unstable power supply environments, reducing equipment damage from induced surges.
Hotspot Mode Support
Starting from firmware v7.52, can switch to outdoor hotspot mode via Infinity firmware. After upgrade, the device becomes a standard AP for outdoor WiFi hotspot networks, expanding deployment flexibility and device utilization.
Adjustable Mounting Bracket
The newly designed adjustable bracket is split into upper and lower sections. After mounting, the device angle can be tilted up and down for precise sector alignment on the pole.
Infinity Controller Management
Supports Infinity Controller cloud management platform for bulk device discovery, auto-configuration, topology visualization, and remote firmware upgrades. Ideal for large-scale deployments requiring centralized management.
Model Lineup
YNW ac Series 5GHz product selection reference.
| Model | Antenna Type | Antenna Gain | Coverage/Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YNW 5-90ac | Integrated Sector | 18 dBi (90°) | 5 km coverage | PtMP Base Station |
| YNW 5-20ac | Integrated Directional | 20 dBi | PtP 15 km / PtMP 10 km | PtP & PtMP Mid Range |
| YNW 5-15ac | Integrated Directional | 15 dBi | PtP 7 km / PtMP 5 km | PtP & PtMP Short Range |
| YNW 5ac | N-Type Connector (External) | Depends on external antenna | PtP 20 km (antenna dependent) | PtP & PtMP Flexible Networking |
Target Applications
- Wireless Broadband Access (WISP): Serves as a PtMP base station covering multiple clients within a 5 km radius. When mounted on a tower, 3 units achieve 270° coverage and 4 units provide full 360° omni-directional coverage. Each base station can support 30–50 subscriber terminals.
- Video Surveillance Backhaul Aggregation: In ports, campuses, or urban surveillance projects, aggregates video streams from multiple front-end cameras wirelessly through YNW 5-90ac, then transmits to the monitoring center via Gigabit uplink. The 90° coverage can reach multiple collection points within one surveillance zone.
- Rural Broadband Coverage: In villages lacking wired broadband infrastructure, deploy YNW 5-90ac as the center station with YNW 5-15ac or YNW 5ac as CPEs, achieving high-speed Internet access within a 5 km radius.
- University/Campus Wireless Network: Provides wireless backbone coverage for multi-building campuses, where LANs in each building can connect to the campus backbone via YNW 5-90ac hybrid networking.
Product Comparison
Key differences across YNW ac Series 5GHz models.
| Parameter | YNW 5-90ac | YNW 5-20ac | YNW 5-15ac | YNW 5ac | YNW 5-23ac |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antenna Gain | 18 dBi (sector) | 20 dBi | 15 dBi | External (N-type) | 23 dBi |
| PtMP Range | 5 km | 10 km | 5 km | Antenna-dependent | 12 km |
| PtP Range | — | 15 km | 7 km | ≤20 km | 20 km |
| Horizontal Beamwidth | 90° | 16° | 35° | Antenna-dependent | 6°×7° |
| Preferred Topology | PtMP (Base) | PtP / PtMP | PtP / PtMP | PtP / PtMP | PtP / PtMP |
| Weight | 460 g | 413 g | 185 g | 450 g | 3.3 kg |
| Protection | IP66 | IP66 | IP65 | — | Metal IP rated |
Ordering Information
| Model | Description | Temperature Range | Order Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| YNW 5-90ac | 5GHz 802.11ac, 18dBi sector antenna, PtMP Base | -40°C to +65°C | YNW-5-90AC-001 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the YNW 5-90ac suitable for PtP bridging?
The YNW 5-90ac is designed as a PtMP base station with a sector antenna. The 90° horizontal beamwidth provides wide coverage but lower gain, making the link budget less favorable in PtP scenarios compared to directional antenna models. For PtP bridging, the YNW 5-20ac or YNW 5-23ac directional models are recommended.
Q: How many clients can a single 5-90ac support?
In practical deployments, the YNW 5-90ac typically supports 30–50 clients, depending on each client’s bandwidth requirements and link quality. In video surveillance backhaul scenarios, actual client count is limited by total uplink bandwidth: with 500+ Mbps aggregate throughput and ~10 Mbps per HD stream, approximately 40–50 HD video streams can be supported.
Q: What accessories are included in the package?
The package includes the YNW 5-90ac unit, a 24V passive PoE injector (AC 100–240V input), a pole-mount bracket, and metal cable ties. No additional purchases are needed for installation and power.
Q: Does it support switching between iPoll and standard 802.11 modes?
Yes. The YNW 5-90ac supports both iPoll 3 proprietary protocol mode and standard 802.11a/n/ac modes. iPoll mode is recommended in PtMP environments for optimal multi-user performance. Standard 802.11 mode can be used when compatibility with standard WiFi clients is needed.
Q: Does YNW 5-90ac support OEM/white-label customization?
Yes. The YNW 5-90ac offers complete OEM customization services, including brand logo and product label customization, web management UI skinning, firmware pre-configuration (channel plan, power limits, management IP, etc.), and branded packaging and accessories. OEM projects can have all Zukaka branding fully removed from the firmware for a pure white-label experience. Integration with third-party NMS/OSS platforms via SNMP and REST API is also supported.
Q: What is the MOQ for OEM YNW 5-90ac?
Basic brand customization (logo + packaging) has a MOQ of 100 units. Deep firmware customization (UI skinning, pre-configured parameters) requires a MOQ of 200 units. Full ODM (including hardware/PCB revisions) requires a MOQ of 1,000+ units. Volume pricing scales with quantity.
