Norsat 9000HX-O3B-ABSN – Ka-Band Dual-Band Auto-Reference PLL LNB, N-Type (50Ω)

Norsat 9000HX-O3B-ABSN Ka-Band Dual-Band Auto-Reference LNB

The Norsat 9000HX-O3B-ABSN is a Ka-Band dual-band auto-reference LNB engineered for O3b MEO satellite networks. It features automatic external 10 MHz reference switching, low typ. 1.2 dB noise figure, and ±25 kHz PLL stability. Covering 17.852–18.588 GHz and 18.372–19.30 GHz, it ensures reliable performance for broadband SATCOM connectivity.

Band: Ka-Band (Dual-Band)

Input Frequencies: 17.852–18.588 GHz (Band A), 18.372–19.300 GHz (Band B)
IF Frequencies: 1052–1788 MHz (Band A), 972–1900 MHz (Band B)
LO Frequencies: 16.8 GHz (Band A), 17.4 GHz (Band B)
LO Stability: ±25 kHz in PLL mode (auto external reference if present)
Noise Figure: typ. 1.2 dB, max. 1.5 dB @ CF
Gain: typ. 58 dB (55–65 dB range), ≤5 dB flatness
Output P1dB: +5 dBm min.
Phase Noise: -60 dBc/Hz @100 Hz, -70 dBc/Hz @1 kHz, -80 dBc/Hz @10 kHz
Input Connector: WR-42 waveguide (grooved, waterproof)
Output Connectors: N-Type 50 Ohm (waterproof)
VSWR: Input ≤2.0:1, Output ≤2.0:1
Power: +11 to +26 VDC, 350 mA max (13 V = Band A, 18 V = Band B)
Environmental: -40°C to +60°C operating; -40°C to +80°C storage
Dimensions: 104 × 60 × 39 mm; Weight: 0.40 kg
External Reference: 10 MHz sine-wave, -10 to 0 dBm
Made by Norsat; ECCN: EAR99