BUC0206 & BUC0214 series · Outdoor

Block Upconverters (BUC)

Outdoor block upconverters for satellite uplinks: C-band 25–100 W with SCPI, web and SNMP monitoring and control, and compact Ku-band 2–6 W.

TESART C-band block upconverters with power supply unit

Our BUC platforms

2 platforms · 8 power classes

C-band

C-band BUC, 25–100 W

Outdoor block upconverter for satellite uplinks: L-band IF in, 5.725–6.525 GHz out, with full remote monitoring and control.

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Ku-band

Ku-band BUC, 2–6 W

Compact outdoor block upconverter for Extended Ku-band uplinks — 1 kg, WR-75 output, 13–26 VDC.

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Key features

Two power platforms in one family — C-band 25–100 W (BUC0206 series) and Ku-band 2–6 W (BUC0214 series)

Automatic lock to an external 10 MHz reference, with an internal reference option

C-band models: remote M&C over SCPI, web GUI, SNMP and RS-232/RS-485; Ku-band models: status monitoring and LED indicators

Input/output overdrive and temperature monitoring, with built-in self-test

Waveguide RF output, with flange hardware included in the scope of supply

Compact, outdoor-rated housings — C-band units include a pole-mount kit

Typical applications

Earth-station and teleport satellite uplinks

VSAT hub and remote-terminal uplinks

Broadcast and DTH contribution links

Need a different band or power?

We design BUCs to your frequency plan and power level: custom sub-bands, LO frequencies and interfaces.

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C-band vs. Ku-band BUC

Guaranteed values
ParameterC-band BUC (BUC0206)Ku-band BUC (BUC0214)
IF input975–1775 MHz950–1700 MHz
RF output5725–6525 MHz13.75–14.50 GHz
LO frequency4750 MHz12.80 GHz
Psat range, min.25–100 W2–6 W
Gain≥ 60 dB≥ 56 dB
DC supply48 VDC+13 to +26 VDC
RF output interfaceCPR-137G waveguide flangeWR-75 waveguide
Dimensions175 × 145 × 250 mm max.110 × 110 × 60 mm max.
Weight—1 kg max.

Specifications subject to change without notice.

Partnership & enquiries

Need a different band or power class?

We build BUCs to your frequency plan and power level — outdoor housings, waveguide interfaces and remote monitoring included.