CPI TL12UO-A1 1.25 kW Ku-Band SuperLinear Outdoor TWTA

CPI TL12UO-A1 1.25 kW Ku-Band SuperLinear Outdoor TWTA

The CPI TL12UO-A1 is a compact, weatherproof 1.25 kW Ku-band SuperLinear outdoor traveling wave tube amplifier designed for fixed and transportable satellite uplinks. Optimized for efficient linear operation, it guarantees 540 W of continuous-wave output power at the flange and provides 1,100 W minimum flange peak power. Four frequency configurations are available, covering up to 12.75–14.80 GHz.

Standard Output Frequency Range: 13.75–14.50 GHz
Optional Output Frequency Range 1: 12.75–14.50 GHz
Optional Output Frequency Range 2: 13.75–14.80 GHz
Optional Output Frequency Range 3: 12.75–14.80 GHz
TWT Peak Power: 1,250 W (60.97 dBm) min.
Flange Peak Power: 1,100 W (60.41 dBm) min.
Guaranteed CW Output Power: 540 W (57.32 dBm) min. at the flange
Maximum CW Output Power: 600 W (57.80 dBm) max. at the flange
Gain: 70 dB min.
RF Level Adjustment Range: 0–30 dB typ. via PIN-diode attenuator, in 0.1 dB steps
Gain Stability: ±0.25 dB max. over 24 hours after 30-minute warmup
Gain Stability Over Temperature: ±1.0 dB typ.
Small-Signal Gain Slope: ±0.02 dB/MHz max.
Gain Variation Over Any 80 MHz: 1.0 dB peak-to-peak max.
Gain Variation, 13.75–14.50 GHz: 3.0 dB peak-to-peak max.; 4.0 dB with optional linearizer
Gain Variation, 12.75–14.50 GHz: 3.5 dB peak-to-peak max.; 4.5 dB with optional linearizer
Gain Variation, 13.75–14.80 GHz: 3.5 dB peak-to-peak max.; 4.5 dB with optional linearizer
Gain Variation, 12.75–14.80 GHz: 4.0 dB peak-to-peak max.; 5.0 dB with optional linearizer
Input/Output VSWR: 1.3:1 max.
Load VSWR: 2.0:1 for continuous operation; 1.5:1 for full specification compliance
Phase Noise: 10 dB below the IESS-308/309 phase-noise profile
AM/PM Conversion: 2.5°/dB max. at 53.3 dBm output; at 57.32 dBm with optional linearizer
Harmonic Output: -60 dBc at rated power for second and third harmonics
Passband Noise Density: Less than -70 dBW/4 kHz
Intermodulation: -25 dBc at 270 W output for two equal carriers spaced 5 MHz apart
Intermodulation with Optional Linearizer: -25 dBc at 540 W output
Group Delay: 0.01 ns/MHz linear max.; 0.001 ns/MHz² parabolic max.; 0.5 ns peak-to-peak ripple max.
Primary Power: Single-phase 208–240 VAC ±10%, 47–63 Hz
Power Consumption: 2.2 kVA typ. at 540 W output; 1.35 kVA typ. at 100 W; 1.18 kVA typ. at 10 W
Power Factor: 0.95 min., 0.99 typ.
Inrush Current: 200% max.
Cooling: Forced air with integral blower
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +55°C in direct sunlight; -40°C to +60°C out of direct sunlight
Non-Operating Temperature: -54°C to +71°C
Relative Humidity: 100% condensing
Operating Altitude: Up to 10,000 ft. with standard derating
RF Input Connector: Type N female
RF Output Connector: WR-75G waveguide flange
RF Output Monitor Connector: Type N female
Standard M&C Interface: RJ45 Ethernet with embedded GUI
Optional Serial Interfaces: RS-422/485 and RS-232
Dimensions: 12.75 × 11.5 × 22.25 in. (324 × 293 × 562 mm)
Weight: 80 lb. (36 kg) typ.
Heat Dissipation: 1,600 W typ. at 500 W output power
Acoustic Noise: 70 dBA nominal at 3 ft.
Compliance: CE marked; ISO 9001:2015 quality management

Key Features:

• 1.25 kW minimum TWT peak power

• 1,100 W minimum peak power at the output flange

• Guaranteed 540 W continuous-wave output power

• Four Ku-band frequency configurations

• Frequency coverage from 12.75 to 14.80 GHz

• Optimized for efficient linear-power operation

• Compact, rugged and weatherproof outdoor enclosure

• Suitable for fixed and transportable earth stations

• 70 dB minimum gain

• PIN-diode attenuation in 0.1 dB steps

• Integrated RJ45 Ethernet interface and embedded GUI

• SNMP v1, v2 and v3 support

• CAN-Bus architecture for improved reliability and noise immunity

• Built-in fault diagnostics and remote monitoring

• Modular design for simplified maintenance

• Optional integral linearizer

• Optional integral block upconverter

• Optional integrated 1:1 switch control and drive

• Optional redundant and power-combined systems

• Optional external receive-band reject filter

• Optional RS-422/485 and RS-232 interfaces

• Optional 1 RU remote control panel

• Optional inlet air filter

• Optional liquid cooling

• Optional TWT LifeExtender/LifePredictor technology