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Customized GaN Ku band 64W SATCOM Block Upconverter

ZD-KU-SBU-64W
ZD-KU-SBU-64W is a high-performance Ku-band GaN satellite upconverter. It has a linear power of 32W and a DC power consumption of only 180W under linear power, which is highly efficient and energy-saving. The product is very compact, weighing 5.6 pounds and with a volume of 126 cubic inches, making it easy to install and carry. The operating temperature range is -40℃ to +60℃, with strong adaptability. It supports 13.75 - 14.5GHz RF output and 950 - 1700MHz IF input, and also has Ethernet OpenBMIP options, which can be interchanged with X and Ka band devices. It is suitable for a variety of satellite communication scenarios and provides stable guarantee for communication signal transmission.
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    In the field of satellite communications, the ZD-KU-SBU-64W Ku-band GaN satellite upconverter stands out with its excellent performance and has become a key device for improving communication quality.
 
    This product performs well in terms of power and efficiency. It has 32W linear power and can stably output high-quality signals to meet a variety of communication needs. At the same time, when achieving linear power output, the DC power consumption is only 180W, which effectively reduces energy consumption and improves energy utilization efficiency.
 
    Its small and compact design is easy to install and transport. It weighs only 5.6 pounds and has a volume of 126 cubic inches. It can be easily deployed in fixed satellite communication stations or mobile communication terminals, greatly improving the flexibility of equipment use.
 
    This product has excellent environmental adaptability. The operating temperature range is -40℃ to +60℃, and the non-operating temperature range is -50℃ to +70℃. It can operate stably in harsh environments such as high humidity (100% condensing) and high altitude (up to 12,000 ft. MSL) to ensure the reliability of communication.
 
    In terms of functions, it supports RF output from 13.75 to 14.5GHz and IF input from 950 to 1700MHz, and can be adapted to a variety of communication systems. In addition, through the Ethernet OpenBMIP option, it can be interchanged with X- and Ka-band devices. Combining Ethernet and RS-232 (supporting SNMP) interfaces, it is convenient for users to remotely monitor and manage equipment, further improving the practicality and compatibility of the product.
 
    ZD-KU-SBU-64W Ku-band GaN satellite upconverter from ZD Tech, with its advantages in power, efficiency, design, environmental adaptability and functions, provides a stable and efficient solution for satellite communications, and is an ideal choice for various satellite communication applications.
 
SpecificationsParametersValue
conventionalPowerful32Wlinear power
Efficient180WDC power draw at linear power
Compact5.6 lbs in 126 cu inch package
Rugged-40C to +60C
FlexibleInterchangeable with X- and Ka-band Bobcats OpenBMIP over Ethernet option

Frequency and Input Levels

RF Output Frequency
   (other options available)
13.75 to 14.5 GHz
IF Input Frequency
(other options available)
950 to 1700 MHz
Input Level, No
Damage 
+10 dBm max
LO Reference Frequency External 10 MHz
LO Reference Level 0 dBm ± 5 dB
IF/REF Input
Impedence
50 ohms

Output RF Power and Linearity

Eq. Saturated Power, PSAT  48 dBm (64W)
Maximum CW Power, PMAX47 dBm (50W)
Linear Power, PLIN (min)45 dBm (32W)
Spectral Regrowth @ PLIN(QPSK, OQPSK, 5.0 SR, alpha=0.2) 30 dBc max @
>1 SR offset
Intermodulation Products @ PLIN 
wrt sum of 2 equal carriers
-25 dBc max
AM to PM Conversion @ PLIN 2.0°/dB max

GAIN

Small Signal (typical)55 dB ±5 dB
Gain Attenuation Range25 dB in 0.1 dB steps
Gain Variation (over 40 MHz) 1.0 dB p-p max
Gain Variation (over full band)3.0 dB p-p max 
Gain Slope (max)0.04 dB/MHz
Gain Stability, over 24 hours 0.5 dB p-p max
Gain Variation over Temp 4.0 dB p-p max

Noise and Spurious

Noise Power Transmit Band
-76 dBW/4 kHz
Noise Power Receive Band -150 dBW/4 kHz

AC Line Spurious

sum of all spurs-30 dBc
single sideband sum -36 dBc
Harmonics-60 dBc
Output Spurious @ PLIN 
(excludes 1 MHz band)
-60 dBc
Phase Noise 
Phase Noise (max)
100 Hz-63 dBc/Hz
1 kHz-73 dBc/Hz
10 kHz-83 dBc/Hz
100 kHz-93 dBc/Hz
1 MHz-103 dBc/Hz
Reference Phase Noise (max)10 Hz-125 dBc/Hz
100 Hz-155 dBc/Hz
1 kHz-165 dBc/Hz
Phase Linearity and VSWR
Transmit Phase Linearity up to PLIN
over any 2 MHz±0.2 radian
over any 36 MHz±0.4 radian
over any 72 MHz±0.5 radian
over any 90 MHz±0.6 radian
over any 120 MHz±0.7 radian
Input VSWR1.5:1
Output VSWR1.3:1

Prime Power/Environment/Interfaces

22-56 VDC Prime Power170W @ PLIN
Operating Temp Range-40° to +60°C
Non-Operating Temp Range-50° to +70°C
Altitude (max)12,000 ft. MSL
Humidity100% condensing
Shock/VibrationNormal transportation
M&C InterfaceEthernet and RS-232
(SNMP Option)

Weight and Dimensions

Weight 5.6 lb (2.54 kg)
Dimensions6.8” x 4.4” x 4.2”
(17.27cm x 11.18cm x 16.67cm)