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PBUC Series

Programmable Block Up-Converter

Put your band wherever you want. Agile LO placement across the full ka band in 50 MHz steps, in a connectorized package. All models configurable.

PBUC Series Programmable Block Up-Converter product photo
  • Connectorized package
  • Full Ka band
  • Agile band placement
  • LO programmable in 50 MHz steps
  • Integrated filters
  • Gain control
  • Low phase noise
  • Low spurs
  • Low power consumption
  • Internal / external references
  • RS232, RS485, CAN, SPI and I2C control

Industries: Aerospace, Military, Satcom, Electronic Defense

Quick Answers

Frequency range
27.5 GHz to 31 GHz
Package
6.7” x 4.0” x 1.0” — Connectorized package
Typical use
Aerospace, Military, Satcom, Electronic Defense applications; all models configurable to requirements.

Series Specifications

PBUC Series key specifications
Frequency Range27.5 GHz to 31 GHz
IF Range0.95 GHz–2.15 GHz (other ranges available)
Phase Noise-98 dBc/Hz @ 100 KHz
Conversion Gain34 ±2 dB
Harmonics-45 dBc typ, -40 dBc max
Spurs-60 dBc, max
Input Level+15 dBm
Supply Voltage+12 VDC, ±0.5V
Temperature Range-20°C to +70°C, Case
Internal ReferenceOptional
StabilitySame as Reference
External Reference10 MHz
Input Ref. Level-3 to +3 dBm
Package6.7” x 4.0” x 1.0”

Models — all models are configurable

PBUC-31000-04

Frequency
27.5 GHz – 31 GHz
Power Out
+10 dBm
Harmonics
-45 typ dBc
Reference
10 MHz
PN @ 1 kHz
-84 dBc/Hz
PN @ 10 kHz
-94 dBc/Hz
PN @ 100 kHz
-98 dBc/Hz
VCC
12 VDC ±0.5V V
ICC
1200 mA
Gain
34 ±2 dB dB
Temp Range
-20°C to +70°C, Case
Package
Connectorized
Request Configuration

This is a small sample of our models — all are configurable. If you don’t see the frequency you need, request a configuration and we’ll get back to you within 1 business day.

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