Satellite communications, or SATCOM, have become an increasingly important aspect of modern communication systems, with a wide range of applications in industries such as military, aviation, maritime, and emergency response. We have compiled a list of trending SATCOM products in 2022 on everything RF.
Note: This list has been compiled based on user activity on everything RF. To ensure that we cover the whole range of test equipment we limited the number of products from each category and company. The listed products are shown in random order and are grouped by category.
40 W GaN-Based BUC/SSPA from 29 to 31 GHz
The Dual GaN Ka BUC from TTI is a GaN-Based BUC/SSPA that converts an input frequency from 1-2 GHz to an output frequency from 29-31 GHz. It delivers an output power of up to 40 W (46 dBm) with a gain of over 70 dB. This BUC has a built-in linearizer, output isolator & switchable local oscillator and provides the capability to adapt BUC configuration to the required output power, optimizing the consumption while keeping the same electrical specifications. It has a phase noise of -93 dBc/Hz @ 100 kHz offset and spurious levels off better than -60 dBc. Read more
Ku-Band VSAT Block-Up Converter for SATCOM Applications
The ALB128 Series from Agilis is a Ku-Band VSAT Block-Up Converter (BUC) for satellite communication. The BUC upconverts an input frequency from 950 - 1700 MHz to an output frequency from 12.75 - 14.80 GHz. It delivers 8 W of output power with a gain of 64 to 72 dB. This outdoor BUC has high output power linearity and a wide input voltage range which allows it to work from 18 to 60V. It can be used for both data and voice communication operating in different modulation formats.
The ALB128 consists of an upconverter, a solid-state power amplifier, a phase-locked oscillator, and a DC-DC power converter. Read more
20 W GaN Block Upconverter from 27.5 to 31 GHz
The ERZ-BUC-2750-3100-43 from Erzia is a Block Upconverter (BUC) that operates in the Ka-Band from 27.5 to 31 GHz and has an IF frequency from 950 to 1950 MHz. It delivers a saturated output power of 20 W and 10 W of linear power with an adjustable gain from 45 to 75 dB in 0.25 dB steps. This BUC is based on the latest GaN technology with an internal PLL that optimizes power consumption. It has a phase noise of -110 dBc/Hz @ 1 MHz offset and provides an image rejection of more than 50 dB. The converter requires a supply voltage of 24 V and consumes less than 130 W of power. Read more
300/400/500 W GaN Block Upconverters from 7.9 to 8.4 GHz
The 2200-G Series from Advantech Wireless are X-Band BUCs that convert an input frequency from 950 – 1450 MHz to an output frequency of 7.9 – 8.4 GHz. They deliver an output power of 300/400/500 W with a gain of 64 dB and gain adjustment of 20 dB in 0.1 dB steps. The BUCs are based on GaN technology and provide high-power density in a compact size. They have a spurious of better than -65 dBc and harmonics of -40 dBc.
The 2200-G Series offers full M&C capability via RS485 or Ethernet ports. They are available in weatherproof enclosures that measure 549 x 311 x 179 mm with N-type (female) input connector and CPR-112G output interface. Read more
8 to 16 W Ku-band Block Up Converter
The ALTX-LITE-KU from Alga Microwave is a Ku-band Block Up Converter with two switchable LOs. It provides an output power of 8 to 16 W and upconverts an input frequency from 950 to 1700 MHz to an output frequency from 13.75 to 14.50 GHz (Standard Band: 14.00-14.50 GHz, Extended Band: 13.75-14.50 GHz). This BUC delivers a gain of more than 65 dB. It is available in a module that measures 4.7 x 4.7 x 4 inches with N-type female connectors at the input and a WR75G waveguide interface at the output. Read more
X-Band Low Noise Block Downconverter from 7.75 to 8.50 GHz
The APT5-LNB-XBAND from AmpliTech is a Low Noise Block Downconverter that converts an input RF frequency from 7.75-8.50 GHz to output IF frequency from 800-1550 MHz. It provides over 56 dB of gain and has an output P1dB of more than 15 dBm. The LNB has a VSWR of less than 1.7:1, provides image rejection of above 30 dB, and has a phase noise density of -128 dBc for a 1 MHz frequency offset.
The APT5-LNB-XBAND is available in a compact enclosure that measures 6 x 3 x 3 inches with WR 112 waveguide and SMA Female interfaces. Read more
Dual-Band Ku-Band Low Noise Block from 10.70 to 12.75 GHz
The 1000XDF from Norsat International is a Ku-Band Low Noise Block that down-converts input RF frequencies from 10.70 – 11.70 GHz (Band 1)/11.70 – 12.75 GHz (Band 2) to 950 – 1950 MHz (Band1)/1100-2150 MHz (Band 2). It provides a conversion gain of 60 dB and has a noise figure of less than 1 dB. This dual-band LNB is phase-locked to an external reference frequency of 10 MHz for LO stability. It requires a DC supply voltage of 13 V for Band 1, and 18 V for Band 2 while drawing 350 mA of current. Read more
Rugged Ka-Band Low Noise Block from 950 to 2000 MHz
The Ka-Band LNB from Orbital Research is a Low Noise Block that converts an input frequency of 18.2 – 20.2 GHz (RF) to an output frequency of 950 – 2000 MHz (IF). It has a bandwidth from 100 to 1000 MHz, provides more than 60 dB of gain and has a phase noise of -115 dBc/Hz (@1 MHz offset). This LNB provides image rejection of 50 dB and has a noise figure of less than 1.3 dB. It incorporates switchable filters to provide exceptional image rejection on the desired bands and offers industry-leading performance at an affordable price. This RoHS-complaint converter requires a DC supply from 10 to 28 V. Read more
Rugged Low Noise Block from 17.7 to 20.2 GHz
The ACLNBDI-Ka-E84-V4 from Acorde is a Low Noise Block that downconverts an input frequency from 17.7 – 20.2 GHz to an output frequency of 950 – 2450 MHz. It provides a gain of up to 60 dB, provides more than 45 dB of image rejection and has a noise figure of less than 1.9 dB. This LNB has in-band spurious levels of -60 dBc and output phase noise of -125 dBc/Hz @ 1 MHz offset. It requires a DC supply from 15 to 24 V, consumes 11 W of power in steady state and 13 W of power during warm-up. Read more
Dual Ku-Band Block Downconverter from 10.70 to 12.75 GHz
The BD732 from Novella SatComs is a Low Noise Block that downconverts a single RF Frequency input from 10.70 - 12.75 GHz to two independent IF outputs from 950 MHz - 2 GHz (with LO Frequencies of 9.75 and 10.75 GHz). Both BDC’s are simultaneously operational and together provide translation from the Ka-band to the extended L-band. The LNB provides a gain of 20 to 30 dB adjustable via the remote interface. It has an internal high-stability OCXO and requires an external 10 MHz reference source. Read more
2x1 L-band SATCOM Redundancy Switch from DC to 2450 MHz
The GRF-050 from ETL Systems is a 2x1 L-band SATCOM Redundancy Switch that operates from DC to 2450 MHz. It is a latching relay switch that can be used in individual or simultaneous modes with two module slots for multiple configurations. In manual mode, the switch may be triggered by front panel, RF level detection, alarm contacts or NMS. In auto mode, it switches to standby on detection of a fault in the main path.
The switch can handle an input power of up to 30 dBm and has an insertion loss of less than 2 dB. It provides an isolation of 60 dB and has a noise figure of 2 dB. Read more
750 W Ku-Band TWT Power Amplifier for Satellite Applications
The STA5375 Ku Series of High Power Amplifiers from SpacePath Communications operates from 12.75 - 14.80 GHz with bandwidth options of 500/750 MHz. They provide ultra-linear, high-efficiency performance in a compact, lightweight, rugged, weatherproof, antenna mount enclosure. The advanced packaging and cooling techniques enable the unit to operate in extreme environmental conditions from direct rain to direct sunlight. Read more
100 W Ka-Band GaN BUC from 27.5 to 31 GHz
The B5KO from Communications & Power Industries is a Ka-Band SATCOM BUC/Amplifier System that upconverts an input frequency from 950-2000 MHz (L-band) to an output frequency of 27.5-31 GHz (Ka-band). The SSPA provides an output power of 160 W with a gain of over 60 dB.
The B5KO provides excellent AM/PM, phase noise, and spectral regrowth performance. It supports SNMP, Ethernet, and redundant switch controller (SIM) interfaces. This SATCOM amplifier system meets EMC directive 2014/30/EU specifications and is ideal for LEO/MEO/GEO constellations, SATCOM on the move, VSATs, and antenna-mount applications. Read more
Electronically Steerable Ka-Band Omnidirectional Antenna for SATCOM
The Sling Blade from Get SAT is an Electronically Steerable Antenna (ESA) that operates in the Ka-band with a Tx frequency range of 27.5-31 GHz and an Rx frequency range of 17.7-21.2 GHz. This antenna has an electronically configurable circular polarization and can deliver an EIRP of up to 46 dBW. It has an azimuthal beamwidth from 360° (omni-directional) and an electronically steerable elevation beamwidth from 10 to 90°. The antenna supports transmit & receive for any GEO/MEO/LEO satellites, enabling switches from GEO to LEO satellites in milliseconds and seamless satellite coverage. Read more
1.3 m Flyaway Satellite Terminal for X, Ku and Ka Bands
The TM130 from Tampa Microwave is a 1.3m Flyaway Satellite Terminal that supports X, Ku, Ku-30B, and Ka-bands (military and commercial). It delivers high-speed broadband access for a wide range of critical missions.
Operating without fans, the TM130 is both rugged and quiet. The easy-to-use auto-assist pointing enables fast satellite acquisition by minimally trained personnel. The absence of automated mechanical/electrical pointing and tracking mechanisms increases reliability and ensures that there is no single point of failure that would compromise the missions. Read more
Ka-Band SATCOM Transceiver Module
The DRC 3500 from Skyware Technologies is a Ka-Band SATCOM Transceiver that has a Tx frequency from 29 to 31 GHz and Rx frequency from 19.2 to 21.2 GHz. This device provides an output power of more than 37 dBm at the Tx with a gain of 58 dB. It has an integrated antenna feed chain with polarizer, a true 5 Watt BUC (10 W version available in H1 2015), a wide-band PLL LNB and an OpenBMIP Monitoring and Control facility – all in a single, IP67 rated, enclosure. The transceiver operates over commercial and military Ka-Band frequencies with electronic sub-band switching. Read more
X-Band GaN Transceiver from 7.25 to 8.4 GHz for Satellite Applications
The TR61 from Communications and Power Industries is an X-Band GaN Transceiver with a Tx frequency from 7.9 to 8.4 GHz and an Rx frequency from 7.25 to 7.75 GHz. It is based on a fully integrated solution that combines an orthomode transducer (OMT), Tx filter, GaN power amplifier, block-up converter (BUC), Rx filter, Tx/Rx local oscillators, low noise block (LNB), power supply, and other control components in a small, lightweight package. Read more
Advanced Satellite Link Emulator with 1 to 4 Channels
The ACE9600 from dBm Corp is an Advanced Channel Emulator that operates from 825 to 1425 MHz. It is a powerful hardware/DSP based test platform that allows a variety of impairments to be inserted in real-time, enabling testing of a range of wireless receivers, UHF/VHF Radios, satellite payloads and satellite fixed & mobile ground and airborne transceivers in a controlled laboratory environment.
The emulator has Payload impairment capability, synchronization of up to 16 channels, 12 tap multipath fading, and 600 MHz of instantaneous bandwidth. Read more
Satellite Link Emulator from 700 to 2150 MHz / 3.3 to 4 GHz
The RLS-2100 from Square Peg Communications is a comprehensive satellite channel simulator with unparalleled impairment simulation, real-time multi-satellite orbit calculation, full-motion support and integrated GPS simulators. It can provide end-to-end or single link simulation of wideband terrestrial and satellite networks, satellite selection via open standard interfaces, and facilities to enable seamless integration into more complex test beds if required. It supports the highest bandwidth and has an intuitive, user-friendly interface. Read more
Note: This list has been compiled based on user activity on everything RF. To ensure that we cover the whole range of test equipment we limited the number of products from each category and company. The listed products are shown in random order and are grouped by category.
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