SpaceBridge SBB0060K 60W Ku-Band Outdoor GaN BUC

SpaceBridge SBB0060K 60W Ku-Band Outdoor GaN BUC
The SpaceBridge SBB0060K is a 60W Ku-band outdoor GaN block upconverter (BUC) for broadcast contribution, cellular backhaul, VSAT and SCPC applications, featuring built-in 1:1 redundancy, Ethernet monitoring and an IP67-rated enclosure.

Frequency Options

SBB0060KL — Appendix 30B-15; RF Frequency Range: 12.75–13.25 GHz; LO Frequency: 11.8 GHz
SBB0060KX — Extended Ku-band; RF Frequency Range: 13.75–14.5 GHz; LO Frequency: 12.8 GHz
SBB0060KX — Standard Ku-band; RF Frequency Range: 14.0–14.5 GHz; LO Frequency: 13.05 GHz

Technical Specifications

Saturated Output Power: 60 W (48 dBm)
Single-Carrier Linear Output Power: 40 W (46 dBm)
Two-Carrier Linear Output Power: 32 W (45 dBm)
Small Signal Gain: 70 dB typ.
Gain Control: 20 dB minimum range, 0.1 dB steps
IF Input Connector: N-type female, 50 Ω
RF Output Interface: WR75 grooved waveguide flange
Reference: External 10 MHz; optional internal high-stability reference
AC Power Supply: 90–265 VAC, 47–63 Hz
Optional DC Power Supply: 36–72 VDC, replacing the AC supply
Power Consumption: 400 W at saturated output; 340 W at two-carrier linear output
Monitoring & Control: Ethernet with web interface and SNMP, RS-232 and RS-485
Operating Temperature: −40 °C to +55 °C
Environmental Protection: IP67
Dimensions: 229 × 127 × 165 mm
Weight: 4.5 kg (10 lb)

Key Features

• Third-generation GaN technology for high efficiency and linearity

• Built-in 1:1 redundancy control

• Integrated true RMS output power meter

• Output overdrive, output VSWR and thermal protection

• Forced-air cooling for outdoor operation

• Optional 1U remote control panel for 1:1 redundancy