YNW 6-20ac — 6GHz 802.11ac 5km 20dBi Outdoor Industry wireless bridge
YNW 6-20ac 6GHz 802.11ac outdoor wireless bridge, integrated 20dBi dual-polarized directional panel antenna, 750MHz QCA 9563 CPU, QCA 9882 radio, 2×2 MIMO, 500+ Mbps throughput, iPoll 3 protocol, IP65 rated, PTP up to 15km, PTMP up to 10km.
YNW 6-20ac — 6GHz 802.11ac Outdoor Wireless Bridge
Overview
The YNW 6-20ac is a 6GHz 802.11ac outdoor wireless bridge with an integrated 20dBi dual-polarized directional panel antenna, delivering 500+ Mbps throughput for PtP links up to 15km and PtMP coverage up to 10km. Built on QCA 9563 750MHz CPU + QCA 9882 radio, it operates in the DFS-free 5.9–6.4 GHz band with iPoll 3 smart polling protocol.
Key Highlights
Core Advantage: High-gain 20dBi dual-polarized panel, 16° narrow beam, 500+ Mbps throughput, 15km PtP / 10km PtMP range, iPoll 3 protocol, IP65 rated.
Typical Applications: Medium-range PtP backhaul, PtMP CPE terminal, rural broadband, campus network bridging.
WiFi Standard: 802.11a/n/ac
Antenna Gain: 20 dBi
Interface: 1×1000 Base-T (PoE)
Technical Specifications
Parameters based on YNW 6-20ac datasheet, tested at 25°C ambient temperature.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | IEEE 802.11a/n/ac |
| Proprietary Protocol | iPoll 3 (compatible with standard 802.11a/n/ac) |
| Radio Chipset | QCA 9882 |
| CPU | QCA 9563 @ 750MHz |
| Memory / Flash | 64MB DDR2 / 16MB Flash |
| MIMO | 2×2 |
| Frequency Band | 5.9 – 6.4 GHz |
| Channel Bandwidth | 5, 10, 20, 40, 80 MHz |
| Modulation | 802.11ac: OFDM (256-QAM, 64-QAM, 16-QAM, QPSK, BPSK) 802.11a/n: OFDM (64-QAM, 16-QAM, QPSK, BPSK) |
| Max TX Power | 30 dBm (subject to country regulations) |
| Max Throughput | 500+ Mbps (actual) |
| Antenna Type | Integrated dual-polarized directional panel |
| Antenna Gain | 20 dBi |
| Polarization | Dual-Linear (H+V) |
| Cross-Pol Isolation | 24 dB |
| VSWR | <1.7 |
| Horizontal Beamwidth | 16° |
| Vertical Beamwidth | 16° |
| Wired Interface | 1×10/100/1000 Base-T (RJ45), passive PoE 24V |
| Ingress Protection | IP65 (non-metallic enclosure) |
| Dimensions | 216 × 184 × 80 mm (8.50 × 7.24 × 3.15 in) |
| Weight | 413 g (0.91 lb) |
| Mounting | Pole mount bracket |
| Power Supply | 24VDC passive PoE (AC adapter included) |
| Power Input | 100–240VAC |
| Max Power Draw | 10 W |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ +65°C |
| Operating Humidity | 0 ~ 90% (non-condensing) |
| System Management | Web UI, SNMP v3, Syslog, Infinity Controller |
| Certification | IC / CE |
| PTP Range | 15 km |
| PTMP Range | 10 km |
TX Power & RX Sensitivity (40MHz Channel)
| Modulation | Rate (Mbps) | TX Power (dBm) | RX Sensitivity (dBm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 256-QAM | 400 | 23 | -70 |
| 256-QAM | 360 | 24 | -72 |
| 256-QAM | 300 | 25 | -76 |
| 256-QAM | 270 | 26 | -78 |
| 64-QAM | 240 | 27 | -80 |
| 64-QAM | 180 | 28 | -84 |
| 16-QAM | 120 | 28 | -87 |
| QPSK | 90 | 29 | -92 |
| QPSK | 60 | 29 | -94 |
| BPSK | 30 | 30 | -95 |
TX Power & RX Sensitivity (80MHz Channel)
| Modulation | Rate (Mbps) | TX Power (dBm) | RX Sensitivity (dBm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 256-QAM | 866 | 23 | -64 |
| 256-QAM | 780 | 24 | -66 |
| 256-QAM | 650 | 25 | -70 |
| 256-QAM | 585 | 26 | -72 |
| 64-QAM | 520 | 27 | -74 |
| 64-QAM | 390 | 28 | -78 |
| 16-QAM | 260 | 28 | -81 |
| QPSK | 195 | 29 | -85 |
| QPSK | 130 | 29 | -88 |
| BPSK | 65 | 30 | -90 |
Key Features
Integrated 20dBi Dual-Pol Antenna
High-gain 20dBi panel antenna with 16° × 16° narrow beam, dual-linear polarization and 24dB cross-pol isolation. Narrow beam reduces co-channel interference in dense deployments.
DFS-Free 6GHz Spectrum
5.9–6.4 GHz band avoids DFS radar detection requirements, providing cleaner channels than the increasingly crowded 5GHz band.
500+ Mbps Actual Throughput
802.11ac 2×2 MIMO over 80MHz with QCA 9563 acceleration delivers 500+ Mbps real TCP/IP throughput.
iPoll 3 Smart Polling Protocol
Eliminates hidden node problems via intelligent polling and token scheduling. Maintains low latency in PtMP configurations.
15km PtP / 10km PtMP Range
The 20dBi antenna and 30dBm TX power deliver 15km PtP and 10km PtMP range, making the 6-20ac the long-range PtMP workhorse of the series.
Integrated Surge Protection
On-board 3kV line-to-ground and 1kV line-to-line surge protection protects against ESD and lightning-induced surges.
Model Overview
The YNW 6 series includes four models covering integrated and external antenna configurations for different range and deployment scenarios.
| Model | Antenna | Gain | PTP Range | PTMP Range | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YNW 6-15ac | Integrated Panel | 15 dBi | 7 km | 5 km | Short-range PtP / PtMP |
| YNW 6-20ac | Integrated Panel | 20 dBi | 15 km | 10 km | Medium-range PtP / PtMP |
| YNW 6-90ac | Integrated 90° Sector | 18 dBi | — | 5 km | Sector base station |
| YNW 6ac | N-Type (External) | Depends on antenna | Up to 15 km | Depends on antenna | Custom antenna deployment |
Applications
- Rural Broadband Backbone: As a PtMP base station or CPE, the 6-20ac delivers 500+ Mbps over 10km range for rural connectivity.
- Inter-Building Bridge: Connect two buildings up to 15km apart with full-duplex 500+ Mbps throughput.
- Security Surveillance: Backhaul multiple HD/4K camera streams across campus or industrial sites.
- ISP Last-Mile Access: Deploy as CPE equipment for fixed wireless access (FWA) services.
Product Comparison
Key parameter comparison between YNW 6-20ac and mainstream competitors.
| Parameter | YNW 6-20ac | Ubiquiti PowerBeam 5AC 500 | Mimosa B20 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency | 5.9–6.4 GHz | 5.1–5.8 GHz | 5.1–5.9 GHz |
| Antenna Gain | 20 dBi | 23 dBi | 20 dBi |
| Max Throughput | 500+ Mbps | 450+ Mbps | 500+ Mbps |
| Protocol | iPoll 3 | airMAX ac | Mimosa |
| CPU | QCA 9563 @ 750MHz | AR9344 @ 560MHz | QCA 9563 @ 720MHz |
| Surge Protection | 3kV / 1kV | None | None |
| Weight | 413 g | 480 g | 460 g |
| Operating Temp | -40°C ~ +65°C | -40°C ~ +75°C | -40°C ~ +55°C |
Ordering Information
| Model | Description | Temperature Range | Order Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| YNW 6-20ac | 6GHz 802.11ac Outdoor Bridge, 20dBi Integrated Antenna, iPoll 3 | -40°C ~ +65°C | Contact sales |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the PtP throughput of the YNW 6-20ac at 15km?
In 80MHz channel mode, the 6-20ac delivers 500+ Mbps TCP/IP throughput at 15km PTP range under optimal line-of-sight conditions and low interference.
Q: How to aim the narrow 16° beam?
The 20dBi antenna has a 16° beamwidth. Use the integrated alignment LED indicators or web UI RSSI meter for precise aiming. A fine-tune bracket is included.
Q: Can the 6-20ac serve as a PtMP base station?
Yes. The 6-20ac supports PtMP with iPoll 3 protocol, serving up to 10km range to multiple CPEs. For wider sector coverage, consider the YNW 6-90ac with 90° beamwidth.
Q: Is Infinity Controller supported?
Yes. The YNW 6-20ac is fully compatible with YNW Infinity Controller for centralized management.
