[Satellite TODAY 05-22-13] Advantech Wireless has announced the release of the New Sapphire Series 2,500W Ku-Band UltraLinear GaN SSPA/BUC, modular design with built-in redundancy.

 

    The new Sapphire Class of High Performance UltraLinear GaN is able to cover simultaneously all transponders of a specific satellite with a reduction in size, weight, and energy consumption. Combined with the traditional Advantech Wireless features, the new Sapphire Class of UltraLinear GaN technology based SSPAs and BUCs is designed for Multi Carrier operations and can save 8 to 15 dB power compared to indoor Klystrons or linearized TWTs.