Terrasat iBUC 2G Single Ka-band

Terrasat IBUC 2G Ka-Band Single Band BUC (5W–50W)

Compact GaN Ka-Band Intelligent Block Upconverter for Multi-Carrier Applications

The Terrasat IBUC 2G Ka-Band Single Band is a compact, high-efficiency GaN-based intelligent block upconverter engineered for demanding multi-carrier Ka-band uplinks. Available in output power levels from 5W to 50W, the IBUC 2G delivers strong linear performance, high small-signal gain, and advanced monitoring capabilities in a rugged outdoor enclosure.

Designed for telecom, government, defense, mobility, and fixed Ka-band SATCOM terminals, the IBUC 2G combines Gallium Nitride amplifier efficiency with Terrasat’s intelligent management platform.

Esatcom Inc. supplies fully configured IBUC 2G Ka-Band units tailored to your selected band, reference, connector type, and security requirements.

Why Choose the IBUC 2G Ka-Band?

GaN amplifier technology for improved efficiency
Multi-carrier optimized (19 dB minimum NPR)
Compact antenna-mount enclosure
DC via coax available (5W–10W models)
AC or DC powered versions
Cyber Hardened secure M&C option available
3-Year Warranty

Suitable for both mobile and long-term fixed Ka-band terminals.

RF Frequency Coverage

Band 1: 29.0–30.0 GHz

Band 2: 29.5–30.0 GHz

Band 3: 30.0–31.0 GHz

Local Oscillator (Non-Inverting):

Band 1: 28.0 GHz
Band 2: 28.5 GHz
Band 3: 29.0 GHz

Available Output Power Levels

5W
10W
16W
20W
25W
40W
50W

Monitor & Control

Standard Version

Ethernet (HTTP, Telnet, SNMPv2c)
RS232/485 via MS-Type connector
FSK multiplexed on TX IFL
Embedded web interface

Cyber Hardened Version

HTTPS, SSHv2, SNMPv3 (USM & VACM)
FIPS 140-2 compatible
Two NTP servers for redundancy 

XSS protection
New controller board & firmware

Ordering & Configuration

Configurable parameters include:

Output power

AC or DC powered

IF connector type

10 MHz reference

Standard or Cyber Hardened M&C

WGS compatibility option

Color options

1+1 redundancy with Eco-Mode

Contact Esatcom Inc. to confirm the correct part number before ordering.