Fortinet FortiAP U433F Tri-Radio Wi-Fi 6 Outdoor Access Point
Brand: Fortinet | Category: Wireless Access Points
SKU: FORT-FAPU433F | Part #: FAP-U433F | MPN: FAP-U433F
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About the Fortinet FortiAP U433F Tri-Radio Wi-Fi 6 Outdoor Access Point
The FortiAP U433F extends Fortinet's Wi-Fi 6 enterprise wireless portfolio to outdoor and harsh environment deployments, featuring an IP67-rated weatherproof enclosure certified for operation in rain, dust, and temperature extremes from -40°C to 65°C. Its tri-radio architecture mirrors the indoor 431F with a 4x4 5 GHz 802.11ax radio, a 2x2 2.4 GHz 802.11ax radio, and a dedicated scanning radio for continuous WIPS monitoring without client service interruption.
The U433F incorporates high-gain external antenna connectors supporting optional directional antennas for point-to-multipoint coverage scenarios such as stadium parking lots, university quads, and industrial yard coverage. Dual GE RJ45 ports with 802.3at PoE input allow daisy-chain deployment in scenarios where running individual Ethernet drops to each AP location is cost-prohibitive. Like all FortiAP models, it integrates directly into the FortiGate Security Fabric via FortiLink for centralized policy management.
Typical deployment scenarios include university and corporate campus outdoor coverage, sports venue perimeter Wi-Fi for mobile ticketing and event apps, transportation hub coverage for buses and rail platforms, and outdoor manufacturing and logistics yard connectivity for mobile scanners, forklifts, and vehicle-mounted terminals. The rugged enclosure and extended temperature range make it suitable for deployments that would damage indoor-grade access points within months.
Ideal for
- University campus quad and pathway outdoor Wi-Fi 6 coverage for student devices
- Sports stadium concourse and seating bowl wireless for mobile ticketing and fan apps
- Industrial logistics yard connectivity for forklift-mounted terminals and barcode scanners
- Transportation hub platform coverage for passenger Wi-Fi and operations terminals
- Corporate campus exterior coverage extending indoor SSID policy seamlessly outdoors
- Mining or oil and gas site rugged wireless backhaul and client connectivity
Technical specifications
| Manufacturer | Fortinet |
| Part Number | FAP-U433F |
| Form Factor | Outdoor Pole/Wall Mount |
| Enclosure Rating | IP67 weatherproof |
| Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6) |
| Radio Configuration | Tri-radio (5 GHz + 2.4 GHz + dedicated scan) |
| 5 GHz Max PHY Rate | 4,804 Mbps (4x4 MU-MIMO 802.11ax) |
| 2.4 GHz Max PHY Rate | 573 Mbps (2x2 MU-MIMO 802.11ax) |
| Scanning Radio | 2x2 dedicated dual-band RF monitor/WIPS |
| OFDMA | Yes (DL/UL OFDMA) |
| BSS Coloring | Yes |
| Target Wake Time (TWT) | Yes |
| Max Concurrent Clients | 512 |
| Security Standards | WPA3-Enterprise, WPA2, 802.1X |
| Ethernet Ports | 2 x GE RJ45 (PoE in + bridge/daisy-chain) |
| PoE Input | 802.3at PoE+ (30 W required) |
| Antenna Connectors | 6 x RP-SMA external antenna connectors |
| Management | FortiGate FortiLink, standalone |
| Operating Temperature | -40–65°C |
| Dimensions | 265 x 265 x 79 mm |
| Weight | 1.8 kg |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, RCM, IC, IP67, Wi-Fi Alliance Wi-Fi 6 certified |
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Fortinet |
| Category | Wireless Access Points |
| SKU | FORT-FAPU433F |
| Part Number | FAP-U433F |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | Outdoor Pole/Wall Mount |
| Enclosure Rating | IP67 weatherproof |
| Wi-Fi Standard | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6) |
| Radio Configuration | Tri-radio (5 GHz + 2.4 GHz + dedicated scan) |
| 5 GHz Max PHY Rate | 4,804 Mbps (4x4 MU-MIMO 802.11ax) |
| 2.4 GHz Max PHY Rate | 573 Mbps (2x2 MU-MIMO 802.11ax) |
| Scanning Radio | 2x2 dedicated dual-band RF monitor/WIPS |
| OFDMA | Yes (DL/UL OFDMA) |
| BSS Coloring | Yes |
| Target Wake Time (TWT) | Yes |
| Max Concurrent Clients | 512 |
| Security Standards | WPA3-Enterprise, WPA2, 802.1X |
| Ethernet Ports | 2 x GE RJ45 (PoE in + bridge/daisy-chain) |
| PoE Input | 802.3at PoE+ (30 W required) |
| Antenna Connectors | 6 x RP-SMA external antenna connectors |
| Management | FortiGate FortiLink, standalone |
| Operating Temperature | -40–65°C |
| Dimensions | 265 x 265 x 79 mm |
| Weight | 1.8 kg |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, RCM, IC, IP67, Wi-Fi Alliance Wi-Fi 6 certified |
Frequently Asked Questions about Fortinet FortiAP U433F Tri-Radio Wi-Fi 6 Outdoor Access Point
What does the Fortinet FortiAP U433F Tri-Radio Wi-Fi 6 Outdoor Access Point do?
The Fortinet FortiAP U433F Tri-Radio Wi-Fi 6 Outdoor Access Point is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.
What are the headline specs of the Fortinet FortiAP U433F Tri-Radio Wi-Fi 6 Outdoor Access Point?
Key specifications for the Fortinet FortiAP U433F Tri-Radio Wi-Fi 6 Outdoor Access Point: new condition; manufacturer Fortinet; part number FAP-U433F; form factor Outdoor Pole/Wall Mount; enclosure rating IP67 weatherproof; wi-fi standard IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6); radio configuration Tri-radio (5 GHz + 2.4 GHz + dedicated scan). Manufacturer part number FAP-U433F. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the Fortinet FortiAP U433F Tri-Radio Wi-Fi 6 Outdoor Access Point compatible with my infrastructure?
The Fortinet FortiAP U433F Tri-Radio Wi-Fi 6 Outdoor Access Point interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.