[SatNews] Amped up and more efficient Comtech Xicom Technology, Inc., introduced a new efficient family of Ka-band block up converters (BUCs) designed for high data-rate Ka-band satellite communications uplinks.

The Xicom Technology BUCs feature higher linear power in a compact package enabling system integrators to offer higher data-rate uplinks with rugged, lightweight, transportable, SATCOM terminals. These BUCs are available in three linear power level configurations: Model XTLN-25Ka-B1 offers 25 Watts; Model XTLN-50Ka-B1 offers 50 Watts; and Model XTLN-75Ka-B1 offers 75 Watts. All three models are available in the same  lightweight package and they are highly efficient making them ideal, scalable, upgrades for existing systems that need 3 to 6 dB more linear power for the same size, weight and power consumption offered by competitive products.

The new XTLIN family of BUCs are packed full of performance features including temperature compensation, gain control, harmonic filtering, and an output isolator. All this comes in a compact outdoor unit weighing less than 30 pounds and measuring less than 0.76 cubic foot. Two different form factors provide for systems with the input on the same or opposite side as the waveguide output.

John Branscum, President of Comtech Xicom Technology, Inc., said "The new XTLIN family of Ka-band BUCs is targeted at SATCOM users who need very small but powerful and cost effective transportable solutions. The XTLIN BUCs are designed for applications where increasing the linear power by 3 to 6 dB while maintaining a compact outline and low power consumption are important.  We think this is a tremendous new product that sets the bar very high in the marketplace.”