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5.8 GHz ISM
5725–5875 MHz
A 150 MHz-wide unlicensed ISM band regulated under FCC Part 15, commonly used for analog and digital FPV (first-person-view) video downlink on racing and hobbyist drones, and for some Wi-Fi-based control/video systems. The most common dedicated video-downlink band for FPV-class small UAS, distinct from the 2.4 GHz band that more often carries the control uplink.
A 150 MHz-wide unlicensed ISM band regulated under FCC Part 15, commonly used for analog and digital FPV (first-person-view) video downlink on racing and hobbyist drones, and for some Wi-Fi-based control/video systems.
Band facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 5725–5875 MHz |
| System | Unlicensed ISM |
| Category | ISM — Industrial, Scientific and Medical |
| Band class | SHF |
| ITU region | Global — an ISM band recognized in all three ITU Regions |
| Standard | 47 CFR Part 15, Subpart C (Intentional Radiators) |
Why this band matters
The most common dedicated video-downlink band for FPV-class small UAS, distinct from the 2.4 GHz band that more often carries the control uplink.
Sources
Standards & authorities
- 47 CFR Part 15, Subpart C (Intentional Radiators)
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Frequently asked
What frequency is 5.8 GHz ISM?
5.8 GHz ISM operates at 5725–5875 MHz. A 150 MHz-wide unlicensed ISM band regulated under FCC Part 15, commonly used for analog and digital FPV (first-person-view) video downlink on racing and hobbyist drones, and for some Wi-Fi-based control/video systems.
Why does the 5.8 GHz ISM band matter?
The most common dedicated video-downlink band for FPV-class small UAS, distinct from the 2.4 GHz band that more often carries the control uplink.