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BUC-C40

Short description

BUC-C40 is block up-converter with fixed output power P1dB 40 W. BUC-C40 has LED status indication at the rear side.

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The 40W C-band BUC is a rugged, compact solid state amplifier (SSPA) with integrated block up converter (BUC) suitable for fixed and mobile satellite communications with high data rate or multicarrier requirements. The 40W C-band BUC is an outdoor, environmentally sealed product that can be mounted close to the antenna feed to reduce waveguide loss.

LO: 4.9 GHz  IN: 0.95 – 1.525 GHz  OUT: 5.85 – 6.425 GHz

KEY FEATURES:

  • Outdoor SSPA with integrated BUC
  • Compact, Lightweight Package
  • M&C capability via RS232, Ethernet
  • High linearity
Input parameters
Input Frequency range 950 – 1525 MHz
Input impedance 50 Ohm
Input VSWR, max 1.5
Input interface N-type Female
Local Oscilator
LO frequency 4900 MHz
LO Phase noise @1 kHz: -85 dBc/Hz; @10 kHz: -95 dBc/Hz; @100 kHz: -105 dBc/Hz
Output parameters
Output frequency range 5850 – 6425 MHz
Output Power @P1dB, min (GaAs) 40 W (46 dBm)
Gain, min 66 dB
IMD3 (two tones) -25 dBc max 2 signal 5 MHz apart at @P1dB
Output interface WR137-G (Waveguide Flange)
Output VSWR, max 2.0:1
Frequency Response
Flatness over Full Band ±2 dB (4 dB p-p max)
Gain flatness 40 MHz ± 0.5 dB
External frequency 10 MHz
Power range ref. -5 dBm to +5 dBm
Spurious
In-band @P1dB, max -50 dBc
Out-Band, max -60 dBc
LO leakage -40 dBm
Image rejection, min 60 dB
Power Supply
Input voltage 90-240 VAC, 47-63Hz
Power consumption, max < 230 W
Environmental
Operating temperature -20℃ to +50℃
Operating humidity 0 – 95 %
Interfaces
Connectors IF input connector: N-type female; RF output connector: WR137-G; AC connector: PQ14-3; Monitor & Control connector: FQ24-19
Monitor & Control Serial RS-232, Step Attenuator, Ethernet
LED indicator Green – OK, Red – Alarm, blink Yellow – MUTE
Mechanical
Dimensions 260x135x92 mm
Weight, max 4.7 kg

The BUC-C40 is a professional-grade 40 W C-band Block Upconverter (BUC transmitter) engineered for high-power satellite uplinks, MVDS broadcasting, DSNG and DVB-S/S2 systems. With its PLL stabilized 4900 MHz LO, built-in 10 MHz reference and solid-state GaAs amplifier design, the BUC-C40 C-band BUC ensures excellent frequency stability, high spectral purity and outstanding linearity required for modern multicarrier broadcasting and data communication.

Operating with an IF input range of 0.95-1.525 GHz and delivering RF output in the 5.85-6.425 GHz band, the BUC-C40 upconverter guarantees wide-band coverage suitable for global C-band applications. The 40 W output power (P1dB) and ≥66 dB gain make the BUC-C40 SSPB/SSPA ideal for demanding satellite uplinks, mobile broadcasting units and repeater stations.

The unit integrates N-type IF input and WR137-G waveguide flange output with a fully matched transition for low-loss RF performance. Advanced spectral filtering achieves in-band spurious ≤ −50 dBc, out-band ≤ −60 dBc and image rejection ≥60 dB, ensuring clean DVB transmission with minimal interference.

Outdoor-ready construction

The BUC-C40 C-band transmitter is built in a compact, environmentally sealed housing (260×135×92 mm, 4.7 kg). Designed for outdoor operation, it withstands temperatures from −20℃ to +50℃ and up to 95% humidity, ensuring reliable performance in harsh environments where C-band uplinks are critical.

Smart monitoring and control

Equipped with RS-232, Ethernet and step attenuator M&C, the BUC-C40 uplink BUC enables operators to configure gain, monitor alarms and control performance remotely. LED indicators (Green – OK, Red – Alarm, Yellow – Mute) provide quick diagnostics.

High linearity GaAs design

Based on GaAs SSPA technology, the BUC-C40 C-band amplifier supports multicarrier operation, maintaining IMD3 ≤ −25 dBc at full rated output, making it a professional C-band uplink BUC for DSNG and DVB-S2 systems.

 

🛠️ Whether you are building a C-band BUC integration for MVDS, sourcing a compact 40 W SSPB for DVB-S2 uplinks, or requiring a professional C-band BUC transmitter with WR137 flange and PLL LO, the BUC-C40 is engineered for performance, efficiency and reliability.

🛒 The BUC-C40 C-band Block Upconverter is available to order now, offering operators a compact, solid-state and stable C-band transmitter for broadcasting and satellite uplinks.

📌 Key Features

  • 40 W solid-state C-band BUC transmitter

The BUC-C40 delivers 46 dBm P1dB RF output, making it a high-power C-band SSPB for DVB-S/S2 broadcasting and uplink stations.

  • PLL stabilized 4900 MHz LO

The BUC-C40 Block Upconverter uses a PLL-locked LO with low phase noise (−105 dBc/Hz @100 kHz), ensuring stable DVB broadcasting performance.

  • 66 dB high gain with step attenuation

The C-band BUC-C40 transmitter provides ≥66 dB gain with fine level control via step attenuator.

  • Built-in 10 MHz reference input

The BUC-C40 C-band BUC with 10 MHz reference synchronizes easily with teleport systems and repeater stations.

  • WR137 waveguide output with N-type IF input

Ensures low-loss integration into C-band antennas and systems.

  • Outdoor-ready, compact design

With only 4.7 kg weight and IP-sealed enclosure, the BUC-C40 uplink amplifier is optimized for outdoor broadcast units and VSATs.

⚙️ Main Functions

  • Professional frequency upconversion

Converts 0.95-1.525 GHz IF input into 5.85-6.425 GHz RF output, supporting DVB-S/S2, DVB-C, DVB-T and MVDS transmission systems.

  • Integrated GaAs SSPA amplification

Provides 40 W RF output power at P1dB with high linearity, ensuring clean DVB broadcasting and multicarrier operation.

  • Advanced signal processing

Includes ALC and step attenuator functions for stable output across varying input levels.

  • Spectral purity and stability

Delivers spurious suppression (≤ −50 dBc in-band, ≤ −60 dBc out-band), LO leakage ≤ −40 dBm and image rejection ≥60 dB.

  • Remote M&C integration

Via Ethernet, RS-232 and dedicated step attenuator control for professional uplink networks.

  • LED-based diagnostics

Visual feedback with Green (OK), Red (Alarm), Yellow (Mute) indicators.

🧩 Applications

  • MVDS broadcasting networks

The BUC-C40 40 W C-band BUC is an excellent choice for terrestrial TV distribution requiring high-power and stability.

  • DVB-S/S2 and DSNG uplinks

A PLL stabilized C-band BUC transmitter for satellite news gathering vans and broadcasting studios.

  • Repeater stations

The BUC-C40 Block Upconverter ensures reliable DVB rebroadcasting with high gain and low spurious.

  • VSAT hubs and teleports

A professional C-band SSPB for uplink centers and satellite gateways.

  • Mobile broadcasting units (OB vans)

Compact and rugged, the BUC-C40 uplink transmitter integrates seamlessly into mobile broadcasting fleets.

  • OEM and integrators

The BUC-C40 C-band module can be adapted into customized satellite uplink systems.

💡 Why you should buy from us❓

  • 1.5 years warranty
  • 7 years after-sales support
  • Remote support team of engineers
  • Discount program for regular customers

💬 Contact Us

For additional details or assistance regarding the BUC-C40 C-band BUC transmitter, feel free to contact our team. We provide consultation and aftersales support to ensure correct installation and system integration. BUC-C40 is available to customize its parameters by order.

Taking into consideration that we (UMT LLC) are developer and system integrator, also do not stop on our technical growth and improvement, know that view of all our devices and equipment including their technical parameters may be different from pictures presented on website and parameters listed on each device webpage.
Note! All details customer has to confirm in advance during ordering and before payment. Those parameters that were not specified and / or were not agreed while ordering will be implemented as basic at the discretion of the manufacturer. Each our customer has 1.5 year warranty and 7 year aftersales support for whole range of our products.

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