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NetPoint antenna compatibility with Ubiquiti and MikroTik

What “compatible” means in practice: mounting, slant polarization, pigtails, and performance expectations with Ubiquiti or MikroTik radios.

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NetPoint builds antennas, not radios. Compatibility with Ubiquiti, MikroTik, or others is mechanical/RF: polarization pattern (dual slant 45° on many series), mount interface, and proper pigtails/cables.

Ubiquiti: many airMAX / UISP radios need specific mounts or adapters. Use the correct accessories (radomes, adapters) and verify torque so you do not damage the connector.

MikroTik: confirm whether your radio expects N-type, RP-SMA, or another interface; poor pigtails are a common cause of high VSWR. Do not “extend” long hops with low-quality jumpers.

Performance: the antenna improves gain and discrimination; it does not fix a saturated AP, bad channel planning, or a blocked Fresnel zone. Combine the right antenna + alignment + link budget.

For noisy backhaul, prefer shielded series (NPX*) over open dishes with weaker F/B.