SpaceBridge SBB0500K 500W Ku-Band Outdoor GaN BUC

SpaceBridge SBB0500K 500W Ku-Band Outdoor GaN BUC

The SpaceBridge SBB0500K is a 500W Ku-band outdoor GaN block upconverter (BUC) for multicarrier DTH contribution and distribution, cellular backhaul and HTS VSAT hub applications, featuring built-in 1:1 and 2:1 redundancy, Ethernet monitoring and an IP67-rated enclosure.

Frequency Options

SBB0500KL — Appendix 30B-15; RF Frequency Range: 12.75–13.25 GHz; IF Frequency Range: 950–1450 MHz; LO Frequency: 11.8 GHz
SBB0500KX — Extended Ku-band; RF Frequency Range: 13.75–14.5 GHz; IF Frequency Range: 950–1700 MHz; LO Frequency: 12.8 GHz
SBB0500KX — Standard Ku-band; RF Frequency Range: 14.0–14.5 GHz; IF Frequency Range: 950–1450 MHz; LO Frequency: 13.05 GHz
KX LO Selection: Switchable between 12.8 GHz and 13.05 GHz

Technical Specifications

Saturated Output Power: 500 W (57 dBm) minimum
Single-Carrier Linear Output Power: 316 W (55 dBm) minimum
Two-Carrier Linear Output Power: 250 W (54 dBm) minimum
Small Signal Gain: 80 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: 196–265 VAC, 47–63 Hz
Power Consumption: 2600 W at saturated output; 2200 W at two-carrier linear output
Monitoring & Control: Ethernet with web interface and SNMP, RS-232, RS-485 and Form-C contacts
Operating Temperature: −40 °C to +55 °C
Environmental Protection: IP67
Dimensions: 727.2 × 406.4 × 164.7 mm
Weight: 45 kg (99 lb)

Key Features

• Third-generation GaN technology for high efficiency and linearity

• Built-in 1:1 and 2:1 redundancy control

• Integrated true RMS output power meter

• Output overdrive, output VSWR and thermal protection

• Forced-air cooling for outdoor operation

• Optional phase-combined system using two units for 875 W saturated output and 500 W fail-safe output

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

• Optional 2U remote control panel for phase combining and 2:1 redundancy