Hi guys
I have a ubiquiti rocket m5 connected to a AM-5G19 sector antenna. The "protective shroud" is missing on this antenna. Would you consider that as critical for using the antenna outside, or would you say that the rocket itself is waterproof? (according to ubiquiti support, the shrouds are not available as spare parts).
Tnx 73s
Kurt HB9XCL
I have a ubiquiti rocket m5 connected to a AM-5G19 sector antenna. The "protective shroud" is missing on this antenna. Would you consider that as critical for using the antenna outside, or would you say that the rocket itself is waterproof? (according to ubiquiti support, the shrouds are not available as spare parts).
Tnx 73s
Kurt HB9XCL
It's fine without, but without you will want to use Coax-Seal, or similar, to ensure water doesn't penetrate at the antenna connectors.
It's clear to me just by looking at the RM5 that the shroud is required to protect the device from moisture, water, snow, etc. The openings (LAN port, reset switch) are facing down, so that helps, but wind-driven rain could easily get into the case if it is not covered. If you can't procure a replacement cover, then you might try wrapping it with 2"-wide Scotch 130C splicing tape. It's not cheap, but it's great at sealing out moisture and won't stick to the case.
73, Rob
I purchased a port cover from this eBay seller (wirelessdeals). I think they 3D print them but it fit perfectly on my NanoStation M5! I see they have Rocket as well. Hopefully it works for you.
Denis KD1HA
The shroud for the 19 dBi sector antenna as well as their other "full size" sector antennas only covers down to around halfway between the LED lights and hte top of the Rocket M5. The sliding door over the LAN connector is fully exposed to the elements. See the photos in the link below:
https://store.ui.com/collections/operator-airmax-and-ltu-antennas/products/5ghz-airmax-basestation-19dbi-120-deg-rocket-kit
Also keep in mind that the smaller 17 dBi sector antenna, which I have and use two of, has no protective shroud as the antenna is considerably narrower than the body of the Rocket M5:https://store.ui.com/collections/operator-airmax-and-ltu-antennas/products/5ghz-airmax-basestation-17dbi-90-deg-rocket-kit
So I think it's safe to assume that the Rocket is designed to be fully exposed to the elements. The RP-SMA connectors have gaskets around them to seal them.
73s,
Collier
NM7B