QuWireless QuMax AX50M Directional Antenna Enclosure for Teltonika RUTX50

QuWireless AX50M QuMax directional 5G antenna for Teltonika RUTX50

The QuWireless AX50M QuMax (AX50M) is a directional outdoor antenna that carries the router inside the antenna housing. A Teltonika RUTX50 bolts into the sealed enclosure and connects to a 4×4 MIMO 5G/LTE panel antenna, a dual-band Wi-Fi antenna and an active GPS antenna using short internal RG316 pigtails. Coverage runs from 617 MHz to 6.5 GHz, with peak gain of 8 dBi through the mid bands. The AX50M also accepts the RUTM51, RUTM54, RUTM55 and RUTM16. The router is sold separately.

Key features

• Directional panel antenna: 4×4 MIMO 5G/LTE element covering 617 MHz to 6.5 GHz in a single housing.
• Gain by band: 6 dBi from 0.617 to 1.0 GHz, 8 dBi from 1.0 to 3.08 GHz, 6.8 dBi from 3.3 to 5.0 GHz, 5.5 dBi from 5.0 to 6.5 GHz.
• Beamwidth: 80 degrees horizontal and 80 degrees vertical, plus or minus 15 degrees, which tolerates a rough initial alignment.
• Polarisation: X-polarised at plus and minus 45 degrees, matching the slant polarisation used on most macro cell sites.
• Wi-Fi and GPS built in: a dual-band Wi-Fi omni element and an active GPS element sit alongside the cellular panel.
• Internal connections: 4 x SMA on RG316 cable, so there is no external coax run between modem and antenna.
• Router bay: fits the Teltonika RUTX50, RUTM51, RUTM54, RUTM55 and RUTM16.
• Weather rating: IP68 and IP67 certified, tested from -40 to +80 degrees C.
• Band coverage: includes LTE B20 and B28 for rural reach, LTE B71, and 5G NR n77, n78 and n79 for UK mid-band 5G.
• Mounting: pole and wall hardware supplied in the box. Made in Europe.

What is the AX50M used for?

Rural fixed wireless access

Sites at the edge of coverage lose more throughput to coax loss than most installers expect. The AX50M removes the coax entirely. The RUTX50 sits behind the panel, and the 8 dBi mid-band gain is pointed at the serving mast rather than radiated in all directions. On sub-1 GHz bands such as B20 and n28 this often turns an unusable RSRP into a working link.

Remote CCTV and ANPR poles

Camera poles rarely have a cabinet with room for a router and a separate antenna. The AX50M mounts as one unit at the top of the pole and presents a single RJ45 gland. Feed the cameras from the RUTX50 LAN ports, and use a fixed IP SIM card so the NVR or ANPR back office can reach the site inbound.

Utility and water telemetry

Remote pumping stations, reservoirs and substations run Modbus TCP or DNP3 over the cellular link back to the SCADA head end. RutOS handles the protocol conversion and the VPN tunnel. The AX50M gives the RUTX50 a directional 5G link from a compound where the nearest mast is fixed and known, and the GPS element provides an accurate time reference and asset location.

Construction and quarry site connectivity

Temporary site offices need one box that goes up on a mast and works. The integrated dual-band Wi-Fi element turns the AX50M into a site hotspot as well as a backhaul. Because there are no external SMA joints, there is nothing for dust and driven rain to get into over a two-year project.

EV charging hubs and transport interchanges

Charge point operators need OCPP traffic to reach the back office without interruption. A directional antenna aimed at a known mast holds a more consistent SINR than an omni antenna surrounded by parked vehicles and steel canopies. The RUTX50 dual SIM slots then handle carrier failover behind it.

Pro tip

Do not aim the AX50M by eye. Mount it loosely, then open the RUTX50 web UI at Status, Network, Mobile and watch RSRP and SINR while you rotate the panel. The 80 degree beamwidth means a 10 degree error costs almost nothing, but SINR moves sharply the moment the router latches onto a different serving cell. Tighten the mast bolts once SINR peaks, then re-check the figures 24 hours later. A cell that reads well at midday can be heavily loaded at evening peak.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Teltonika RUTX50 included with the AX50M?

No. The AX50M is the antenna and enclosure only. The router is bought separately and mounts inside. Buy the Teltonika RUTX50 industrial 5G router alongside it, or choose another compatible model from our Teltonika 5G router range.

What is the difference between the QuMax AX50M and the QuSpot AX50S?

Both house the same routers in an IP68 enclosure. The AX50M is directional, with an 80 degree beam and up to 8 dBi of gain, so it is pointed at a specific mast. The QuWireless AX50S QuSpot is omnidirectional and radiates evenly, which suits vehicles, vessels and sites where the serving cell changes. Use the AX50M for fixed installations at the edge of coverage.

Which Teltonika routers fit inside the AX50M?

The RUTX50, RUTM51, RUTM54, RUTM55 and RUTM16. All five are 4×4 MIMO devices, which is why the enclosure carries four SMA connections. Do not fit a 2×2 MIMO router and leave two connectors unused without checking the pigtail routing first.

Does the AX50M cover UK 5G bands?

Yes. The panel covers 617 MHz to 6.5 GHz. That includes n78 at 3.5 GHz, which carries most UK mid-band 5G, along with n77 and n79. It also covers LTE B20 at 800 MHz and B28 at 700 MHz for rural coverage, and LTE band 71.

Can I access the router remotely once it is sealed inside the antenna?

Yes, but a standard SIM sits behind carrier-grade NAT and will block inbound connections. Fit a fixed IP SIM for inbound VPN and management access, or manage the RUTX50 through Teltonika RMS. Plan SIM access before you seal the housing, because swapping a SIM means taking the unit down.

Is the AX50M suitable for permanent outdoor mounting?

Yes. The housing holds both IP67 and IP68 certification and is rated from -40 to +80 degrees C. Pole and wall mounting hardware is supplied in the box.

Related products and further reading

The AX50M is built around the Teltonika RUTX50, which is stocked in the UK and available separately. For an omnidirectional alternative using the same router bay, see the QuWireless AX50S QuSpot. If you need a panel antenna to pair with a router mounted indoors instead, browse our 5G antenna range. For inbound remote access to any sealed outdoor installation, start with our fixed IP SIM cards.