Telrad BreezeAIR AXE PTP Wireless Radio

Businesses increasingly need reliable, high-capacity connectivity between offices, buildings, sites and network infrastructure. Fibre remains an important connectivity option, but physical cabling is not always practical. Distances between buildings, difficult terrain, existing infrastructure and installation costs can make a wireless backhaul solution an attractive alternative.

The Telrad BreezeAIR AXE is designed for high-capacity wireless networking applications, supporting both point-to-point (PTP) and point-to-multipoint (PTMP) deployments. The platform provides up to 2.1Gbps net throughput with 2×2 MIMO, configurable channel bandwidth up to 160MHz and operation across supported 5.x GHz frequency bands.

This particular product is the BREEZEAIR-AXE-CON connectorized version. Unlike the integrated-antenna BreezeAIR AXE variants, the connectorized model is supplied as a radio without an antenna, allowing an appropriate compatible external antenna to be selected for the specific deployment. Nology’s South African catalogue explicitly identifies BREEZEAIR-AXE-CON as the connectorized wireless radio and states that the antenna is not included.

That configuration gives network professionals greater flexibility when planning wireless links. Antenna selection can be matched to the required link distance, site conditions, frequency band and network design.

Key Features & Business-Class Highlights

Up to 2.1Gbps Net Throughput

The BreezeAIR AXE delivers up to 2.1Gbps net throughput using 2×2 MIMO, making it suitable for high-capacity wireless backhaul applications. The manufacturer positions the platform for demanding connectivity requirements, including high-capacity networks and wireless backhaul.

For South African businesses, this can be useful when connecting separate buildings, remote facilities, warehouses, offices or other network locations where a physical fibre connection may not be straightforward.

The 2.1Gbps figure is a maximum manufacturer specification rather than a guaranteed application speed. Actual throughput depends on factors including distance, line of sight, antenna selection, channel conditions, configuration and environmental conditions.

5.x GHz Wireless Platform

The BreezeAIR AXE supports 4.9–5.9GHz and 5.9–7.1GHz frequency ranges according to the manufacturer’s specifications. This provides flexibility for appropriate wireless deployments, subject to the applicable regulatory requirements and configuration.

For professional installations, a proper site survey should be conducted before deployment. Buildings, vegetation, terrain, interference and other RF conditions can all influence the performance of an outdoor wireless link.

Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multipoint Connectivity

The BreezeAIR AXE platform supports PTP and PTMP configurations. A point-to-point link can be used to connect two network locations, while point-to-multipoint configurations can support suitable network architectures involving multiple endpoints.

This makes the platform relevant to businesses with distributed infrastructure, network operators, managed service providers and professional wireless installers.

Connectorized Design

The BREEZEAIR-AXE-CON is the connectorized version, designed for use with a compatible external antenna. This is an important distinction when purchasing the product: the antenna is not included.

The supplied product package includes 2 × B-TNC-NT-75 75cm TNC-to-N-Type RF cables and 1 × B-BSC-MK basic pole mounting kit, according to the exact South African product listing.

Long-Range Wireless Applications

Telrad specifies a range of more than 130km for the BreezeAIR AXE under appropriate conditions. This should not be interpreted as a guaranteed installation distance. Real-world range depends heavily on antenna configuration, line of sight, RF conditions, regulatory requirements and the specific deployment.

For South African environments, the long-range capability can be relevant to infrastructure spanning large properties, remote facilities and distributed network sites.

Low-Latency Business Connectivity

The manufacturer’s datasheet specifies typical PTP data latency of approximately 2–5ms. This can be beneficial for applications where responsive network connectivity is important, although actual latency will depend on the complete network path and operating conditions.

Interference Management

Telrad incorporates AIS (Automatic Interference Sensibility) together with Adaptive Coding and Modulation, Automatic Channel Selection and ARQ technologies. These features are designed to help maintain wireless link performance in challenging RF environments.

For busy commercial and industrial environments, interference management can be an important consideration when deploying wireless infrastructure.

Secure Network Infrastructure

Security features include 256-bit AES encryption and MAC-level authentication. The platform also supports networking features such as VLANs, QinQ, QoS and IPv4/IPv6 dual-stack management.

These capabilities make the BreezeAIR AXE suitable for more structured business networks where traffic management, segmentation and secure administration are important.

Rugged Outdoor Construction

The BreezeAIR AXE has an IP67 rating and is specified for operation from -40°C to 60°C, with rainproof operation under the manufacturer’s stated environmental conditions. Power consumption is specified at less than 13W.

This makes the platform appropriate for outdoor wireless infrastructure installations where equipment may be exposed to demanding environmental conditions.

Business and South African Deployment Applications

The BreezeAIR AXE can be considered for applications such as:

• Building-to-building network connectivity
• Wireless backhaul
• Enterprise network extensions
• Video surveillance backhaul
• Remote-site connectivity
• Industrial and commercial sites
• Campus environments
• ISP and network operator deployments
• Connecting offices, warehouses and other business facilities

For businesses expanding their network infrastructure, you can also explore our Telrad networking solutions and browse our Wireless Networking category for related equipment.

Before purchasing, network professionals should confirm antenna compatibility, frequency requirements, link distance, line of sight, mounting requirements and local regulatory considerations.

For official technical documentation and manufacturer information, visit the Telrad official BreezeAIR AXE support/product page.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Up to 2.1Gbps net throughput with 2×2 MIMO.
• Supports PTP and PTMP deployments.
• Supports 5.x GHz operation across the manufacturer’s specified bands.
• Configurable channel bandwidth up to 160MHz.
• Typical PTP latency of 2–5ms.
• Advanced interference-management technologies.
• AES-256 encryption and MAC-level authentication.
• Rugged IP67-rated outdoor construction.
• Low power consumption of less than 13W.
• Connectorized design provides flexibility to select an appropriate external antenna.
• Includes the specified RF cables and basic pole mounting kit.

Cons

• External antenna is not included with the connectorized BREEZEAIR-AXE-CON model.
• Professional installation and antenna alignment may be required.
• Actual throughput varies according to RF conditions, distance, antenna and configuration.
• A suitable line-of-sight wireless path is important for long-distance deployments.
• Additional mounting, cabling or antenna equipment may be required depending on the installation.
• The maximum quoted range should not be treated as the expected range for every deployment.

Complete Technical Specifications