The Flex Utility (USW-Flex-Utility) is a premium **outdoor weatherproof enclosure** engineered for organizations deploying UniFi Switch Flex infrastructure in harsh, outdoor environments. This **rugged protective housing** enables reliable network switching and device power delivery in locations exposed to rain, humidity, temperature extremes, and direct sunlight. With outdoor weatherproof construction, 46W PoE support, integrated cable management, screw-lock security features, and included 60W PoE adapter, the Flex Utility is the ideal solution for rooftop WiFi deployments, outdoor campus networks, remote location switching, harsh environment installations, and distributed outdoor access points requiring protection from weather while maintaining reliable network and power infrastructure.
Whether you're deploying outdoor UniFi access points across campus or property perimeters, establishing remote location network infrastructure exposed to elements, expanding WiFi coverage to outdoor areas, powering outdoor security systems and monitoring equipment, or protecting Switch Flex infrastructure in harsh weather conditions, the Flex Utility provides professional-grade environmental protection and reliable PoE delivery for mission-critical outdoor deployments.
Key Features for Outdoor & Remote Deployments
- Outdoor Weatherproof Design: Rugged enclosure specifically engineered for harsh outdoor environments—protects Switch Flex from rain, humidity, UV exposure, temperature extremes, and environmental hazards
- 46W PoE Budget: Supports full PoE power delivery for powering UniFi Switch Flex and connected outdoor devices without separate power infrastructure
- Included 60W PoE Adapter: Professional-grade power adapter with 54V/1.11A output, 86+% efficiency, and 4kV surge protection—ready for immediate deployment
- Cable Management: Integrated cable management system organizes Ethernet and power connections—maintains cleanliness and professional appearance in outdoor installations
- Screw-Lock Security: Secure locking mechanism prevents unauthorized access and protects against tampering in outdoor locations
- Included Ethernet Patch Cable: Pre-installed Ethernet cable for immediate connectivity without requiring additional components
- Extended Operating Range: Operates reliably from -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)—suitable for extreme climates from arctic to tropical conditions
- 4kV Surge Protection: Integrated surge protection on both differential and common mode—protects equipment from lightning and power surges
- High Efficiency Power Supply: 86+% efficiency rated power adapter minimizes heat generation and power losses in outdoor deployments
- NDAA Compliant: Government-grade certification enables deployment in sensitive government and defense outdoor installations
Perfect Applications Across Outdoor Environments
- University Campus Networks: Outdoor WiFi infrastructure for campus quads, outdoor courtyards, athletic facilities, and residential outdoor areas
- Rooftop Access Point Deployments: Weatherproof housing for rooftop-mounted Switch Flex supporting outdoor coverage expansion
- Remote Outdoor Locations: Harsh environment installations at remote facilities, field offices, and outdoor work sites requiring network connectivity
- Hospitality Outdoor Networks: Hotel poolside WiFi, resort outdoor areas, restaurant patios, and outdoor hospitality venues requiring protected switching
- Outdoor Security Deployments: Protective enclosure for powering outdoor security cameras, monitoring equipment, and surveillance infrastructure
- Industrial & Manufacturing Outdoor: Outdoor facility networking for industrial plants, manufacturing yards, and outdoor work areas requiring weatherproof infrastructure
- Government & Public Sector: Outdoor municipal networks, public park WiFi, and government facility outdoor connectivity with environmental protection
- Retail & Commercial Outdoor: Outdoor parking lot WiFi, commercial building perimeter networks, and outdoor retail expansion requiring protected equipment
- Distributed Mesh Networks: Weather-protected switching nodes for outdoor mesh WiFi deployments across large properties and campuses
- Extreme Climate Deployments: Arctic, tropical, and desert installations requiring equipment protection across temperature ranges of -20°C to 60°C
Technical Specifications
- Enclosure Design: Outdoor weatherproof housing specifically designed for UniFi Switch Flex—provides environmental protection without compromising performance.
- Physical Dimensions: Enclosure 249 × 218 × 60 mm (9.8 × 8.6 × 2.4 inches); Adapter 118.5 × 63 × 34.7 mm (4.7 × 2.5 × 1.4 inches).
- Weight: Enclosure 740g (1.6 lb); Adapter 206g (7.3 oz)—lightweight for rooftop and pole mounting.
- PoE Support: 46W maximum PoE budget for powering Switch Flex and outdoor connected devices.
- Included Adapter: 60W PoE/AC power adapter with 54V/1.11A output for full power delivery to Switch Flex.
- Power Supply Specifications: AC/DC external adapter; Universal input 100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz; 1.5A maximum input current.
- Power Delivery: 4-pair powering configuration using pins 1, 2, 4, 5 (+) and 3, 6, 7, 8 (-) for redundant power delivery.
- Power Efficiency: 86+% efficiency rating—minimizes heat dissipation and power waste in outdoor deployments.
- Output Ripple: 200mVpp maximum output ripple—ensures clean, stable power delivery to Switch Flex.
- Voltage Regulation: ≤1% line regulation and ≤3% load regulation for stable power under varying conditions.
- Surge Protection: 4kV difference mode and common mode surge protection—protects against lightning strikes and power surges in outdoor environments.
- Cable Management: Integrated management system organizes Ethernet and power connections—maintains professional appearance and ease of maintenance.
- Security Features: Screw-lock mechanism prevents unauthorized access and equipment tampering in unsecured outdoor locations.
- Included Components: Ethernet patch cable and 60W PoE adapter—complete solution ready for immediate deployment.
- Operating Temperature: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)—suitable for extreme climates from arctic to tropical regions.
- Storage Temperature: -30°C to 70°C (-22°F to 158°F)—extended range for inventory and transportation in extreme conditions.
- Operating Humidity: 5 to 90% noncondensing—operates reliably in humid coastal, tropical, and desert environments.
- Certifications: NDAA compliant for government deployments; CE, FCC, IC certified for international operations.
Why Choose the Flex Utility?
- ✅ Professional Weatherproofing: Purpose-built outdoor enclosure protects Switch Flex from rain, humidity, UV, and temperature extremes—extends equipment lifespan
- ✅ Complete Ready-to-Deploy Solution: Includes 60W PoE adapter and Ethernet cable—no additional components required for immediate installation
- ✅ 46W PoE Capacity: Supports full Switch Flex power requirements for outdoor WiFi access points without separate power infrastructure
- ✅ Extreme Temperature Support: Operates from -20°C to 60°C—suitable for arctic, tropical, desert, and all climate conditions worldwide
- ✅ Lightning & Surge Protection: Integrated 4kV surge protection protects equipment from lightning strikes and power surges common in outdoor installations
- ✅ Security Features: Screw-lock mechanism prevents unauthorized access and tampering in exposed outdoor locations
- ✅ Clean Cable Management: Integrated organization system maintains professional appearance and simplifies maintenance in visible outdoor locations
- ✅ High Efficiency Power: 86+% efficiency minimizes heat generation and power losses—reduces environmental impact and operational costs
- ✅ Government Grade: NDAA compliant certification enables deployment in sensitive government and defense outdoor installations
- ✅ Lightweight & Portable: Only 740g enclosure weight—easy roof and pole mounting without structural reinforcement
Outdoor Environmental Protection Architecture
Comprehensive Weatherproofing: Purpose-built enclosure design protects Switch Flex from rain, humidity, wind-driven moisture, and UV exposure—eliminates weather-related equipment failures.
Temperature Extremes Support: -20°C to 60°C operating range enables deployment in arctic locations, tropical climates, desert installations, and all global climates without seasonal constraints.
Lightning & Surge Protection: 4kV surge protection on both differential and common mode protects equipment from direct lightning strikes, power surges, and electrical faults common in outdoor installations.
Humid Environment Operation: 5-90% humidity range enables reliable operation in coastal areas, tropical regions, and high-moisture environments where standard equipment fails.
Corrosion Resistance: Weatherproof construction resists salt spray, moisture infiltration, and corrosion—ideal for coastal and maritime deployments.
Complete Power Delivery Solution
Included 60W Adapter: Professional-grade power adapter with proper voltage (54V/1.11A) for Switch Flex—eliminates need for separate component sourcing.
4-Pair Powering: Redundant power delivery using all four pairs (pins 1, 2, 4, 5 and 3, 6, 7, 8) ensures reliable power transmission even with partial pair failure.
High Efficiency (86+%): Minimizes heat generation and power waste—reduces environmental impact and operational costs over extended outdoor deployments.
Clean Power Delivery: Low output ripple (200mVpp) and tight regulation (≤1% line, ≤3% load) provide stable, reliable power for sensitive networking equipment.
Surge Protection: Protects against lightning and power surges—critical in outdoor installations exposed to atmospheric electrical hazards.
Perfect Companion to Switch Flex Outdoor Deployments
- ✅ Rooftop Mounting: Weatherproof housing for rooftop Switch Flex installations—protects equipment from elements while maintaining network performance
- ✅ Outdoor Access Points: Reliable power delivery for outdoor UniFi access points without complex outdoor power infrastructure
- ✅ Campus Networks: Distributed outdoor switching and power across university campuses, large properties, and outdoor facilities
- ✅ Remote Deployments: Harsh environment protection for Switch Flex at remote locations, field offices, and outdoor work sites
- ✅ Security Infrastructure: Secure, weather-protected switching and power for outdoor security cameras and monitoring equipment
Installation & Mounting
- Rooftop Installation: Lightweight compact design enables secure roof mounting without structural reinforcement requirements
- Pole Mounting: Small footprint allows mounting on utility poles, fence posts, or structure supports for distributed outdoor deployments
- Wall Mounting: Compact dimensions permit wall mounting on building exteriors for outdoor WiFi coverage expansion
- Cable Management: Integrated organization system keeps Ethernet and power cables organized and professional-looking in visible outdoor installations
Related Products & Solutions
- UniFi Switch Flex – Outdoor-capable network switch designed specifically for use with Flex Utility enclosure
- UniFi Access Points – Outdoor WiFi 6/7 infrastructure powered by Switch Flex via Flex Utility
- UniFi Protect Cameras – Outdoor surveillance equipment powered by Switch Flex connectivity
- UniFi Gateways – Primary network gateways connected to outdoor Switch Flex infrastructure
- CloudKey+ Console – Centralized management for outdoor UniFi network deployments
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Order the **Flex Utility (USW-Flex-Utility)** today and protect your UniFi Switch Flex infrastructure in outdoor environments. Perfect for campus networks, rooftop deployments, remote locations, and harsh weather installations requiring professional-grade environmental protection.
For outdoor network design consultation, rooftop installation planning, weatherproof deployment strategies, environmental protection requirements, extreme climate deployment support, or comprehensive outdoor network solutions—contact our team or **request a quote today**. We provide comprehensive technical support for outdoor network deployments, campus-wide WiFi installations, remote location networking, harsh environment configurations, and complete outdoor UniFi ecosystem implementations. Whether you're a university IT director, campus facilities manager, enterprise network engineer, or systems integrator specializing in outdoor infrastructure, our team is experienced in extreme environment networking and outdoor wireless deployments.
