X-band EO BDC with Multiple Local Oscillators - Enhanced

At the forefront of innovation, the Enhanced EO X-Band BDC combines advanced RF performance with unmatched operational flexibility and resilience. Built on the same robust platform as our Ku- and Ka-Band BDCs, this model is engineered to meet the demanding needs of modern Earth Observation (EO) and SATCOM ground stations.

Supporting operation across the 7 to 9 GHz X-band range, the Enhanced BDC offers up to four (4) factory-configurable local oscillator frequencies, selectable via voltage control, tone and voltage, or a push button interface. Designed for autonomous or semi-remote sites, it includes an internal OCXO reference with automatic failover for continued operation in the event of external reference loss. A built-in loss-of-lock alarm ensures system awareness, with LED indicators on push-button models and current-draw-based signaling for others.

Key Features

• Multiple preset LOs with flexible selection methods (voltage, tone+voltage, or push-button)
• External reference with auto-failover to internal OCXO for maximum uptime
• Loss-of-lock alarm with visual or current-based notification
• Ultra-low phase noise and flat frequency response
• Excellent linearity for high-modcod performance (DVB-S2X compliant)
  Factory-set gain from 0 to 40 dB for each band
  IP67-rated sealed aluminum housing
• High-temperature variants available (up to +70°C)

Applications

• Autonomous or semi-remote EO ground stations
• Earth observation optical and SAR imaging missions
• Multi-mission sites requiring frequency agility and operational resilience
• Signal Intelligence
• Defense or commercial downlink facilities with high-availability requirements

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