TP-Link Flex Bridge 5 Omada Ponte wireless 5 GHz 867 Mbit/s exterior/interior

Blazing-fast 867 Mbps on 5 GHz with a 5 km line-of-sight range, the TP-Link Flex Bridge 5 Omada delivers long-range wireless connectivity in a rugged IP65 housing.

Overview

Part of the Omada SDN ecosystem, the Flex Bridge 5 is a versatile wireless bridge designed for point-to-point or point-to-multipoint connectivity. It can function as an access point, client, bridge, or repeater, making it a flexible solution for extending networks across campuses, warehouses, or remote sites. With 2x2 MIMO internal directional antennas and a 12 dBi gain, it locks onto distant signals with clarity and strength.

What stands out

• 5 km long-range connectivity (line of sight)
• 2x Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE passthrough
• IP65 weatherproof housing for outdoor installation
• Mounting kits for pole or wall included
• Seamless integration with Omada SDN controllers

Technical details

• Wireless standard: IEEE 802.11a/n/ac
• Speed: 867 Mbps (5 GHz)
• Antenna: 2x2 MIMO internal directional, 12 dBi gain
• Ethernet: 2x Gigabit RJ-45 (1 PoE In, 1 PoE passthrough)
• Power: 24V passive PoE, adapter included
• Power consumption: 10.5 W
• Operating temperature: -40°C to 70°C
• Security: WPA/WPA2-PSK, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, MAC filtering
• Management: Omada SDN (cloud, hardware, software)

Our verdict

The Flex Bridge 5 Omada is an exceptional choice for extending high-speed connectivity across challenging distances. Its rugged design, combined with Omada SDN integration, makes it a reliable and flexible solution for outdoor and indoor bridging applications.