New Japan Radio NJRC NJT8318UNM Ultra Compact 8W Ku-Band Block Upconverter (BUC)
Operates in Ku-band frequencies from 13.75 to 14.5 GHz, Type-N connector RF input, +39dBm power output, L.O. 12.80 GHz, input voltage supplied via Milspec connector
NJT8318UNM Universal 8W Ku-Band Block Upconverter
The NJRC NJT8318UNM ultra compact series 8W Ku-Band BUC is an ultra compact block upconverter that provides up to +39 dBM of Linear RF output power for use on Ku-band satcom networks (13.75 to 14.5 GHz).. This compact 8W BUC offers easy installation and setup. The NJRC NJT8318UNM also includes provisions for a separate AC power supply that accepts input voltages from 90V to 240 VAC.
NJT8318 Features
High Temperature Operating - Operation Garantee Temperature Range: -40 to +75 degree C
RF Frequency - Standard Ku-band: 13.75 to 14.5 GHz
High Efficiency Output Power - (8W Model) P1dB: +39 dBm min. over temperature, Power Consumption: 90 W maximum, IM3: -28 dBc @ Pout <= +36 dBm
FSK Modulation M&C available as an option
Smallest Size & Lightest Weight- Dimension: 180 (L) x 130 (W) x 80 (H) mm, Weight: 2.4 kg
NJT8318UN Part Number Configurations
Outline Dimensions
AC Power Supply Unit
The NJT8318UNM series 8 Watt Ku-Band BUC is also available with an optional AC power supply unit that accepts voltages from 90 to 240 VAC. The optional separate power supply ensures that the NJT8318UNM BUC will receive optimum input power levels during high amperage draw situations, such as when transmitting at near full power rating of +39 dBm.
Input AC Voltage Range: 90 to 240 V, 300 VA, +48 V typ. 200 W max.
Operating: -40 to +55 C -40 to +75 C
Dimensions: 186 (L) x 133 (W) x 60 (H) mm [7.32” (L) x 5.24” (W) x 2.36” (H)]without interface connector and screws
Weight: 1.6 kg max. [3.5 lbs max.]
Power Supply Outline Drawing
Model Configurations
Model# |
RF Frequency |
Local Frequency |
IF Frequency |
Output Power @P1dB |
IF Connector |
Port for Voltage Input |
Power Supply |
M&C Option |
NJT8318N |
14.0 to 14.5 GHz (Standard Ku-band) |
13.05 GHz |
950 to 1,450 MHz |
8W Linear (+39 dBm min.) |
N-type |
Same as IF Connector |
+18 to +60 V DC Power |
N/A |
NJT8318F |
14.0 to 14.5 GHz (Standard Ku-band) |
13.05 GHz |
950 to 1,450 MHz |
8W Linear (+39 dBm min.) |
F-type |
Same as IF Connector |
+18 to +60 V DC Power |
N/A |
NJT8318NM |
14.0 to 14.5 GHz (Standard Ku-band) |
13.05 GHz |
950 to 1,450 MHz |
8W Linear (+39 dBm min.) |
N-type |
MS Connector (Separate Port) |
+18 to +60 V DC Power |
N/A |
NJT8318FM |
14.0 to 14.5 GHz (Standard Ku-band) |
13.05 GHz |
950 to 1,450 MHz |
8W Linear (+39 dBm min.) |
F-type |
MS Connector (Separate Port) |
+18 to +60 V DC Power |
N/A |
NJT8318Nk |
14.0 to 14.5 GHz (Standard Ku-band) |
13.05 GHz |
950 to 1,450 MHz |
8W Linear (+39 dBm min.) |
N-type |
Same as IF Connector |
+18 to +60 V DC Power |
FSK Communication M&C |
NJT8318Fk |
14.0 to 14.5 GHz (Standard Ku-band) |
13.05 GHz |
950 to 1,450 MHz |
8W Linear (+39 dBm min.) |
F-type |
Same as IF Connector |
+18 to +60 V DC Power |
FSK Communication M&C |
NJT8318NMK |
14.0 to 14.5 GHz(Standard Ku-band) |
13.05 GHz |
950 to 1,700 MHz |
8W Linear (+39 dBm min.) |
N-type |
MS Connector (Separate Port) |
+18 to +60 V DC Power |
FSK Communication M&C |
NJT8318FMK |
14.0 to 14.5 GHz (Standard Ku-band) |
13.05 GHz |
950 to 1,700 MHz |
8W Linear (+39 dBm min.) |
F-type |
MS Connector (Separate Port) |
+18 to +60 V DC Power |
FSK Communication M&C |
NJT8318UN |
13.75 to 14.5 GHz (Universal Ku-band) |
12.80 GHz |
950 to 1,700 MHz |
8W Linear (+39 dBm min.) |
N-type |
Same as IF Connector |
+18 to +60 V DC Power |
N/A |
NJT8318UF |
13.75 to 14.5 GHz (Universal Ku-band) |
12.80 GHz |
950 to 1,700 MHz |
8W Linear (+39 dBm min.) |
F-type |
Same as IF Connector |
+18 to +60 V DC Power |
N/A |
NJT8318UNM |
13.75 to 14.5 GHz (Universal Ku-band) |
12.80 GHz |
950 to 1,700 MHz |
8W Linear (+39 dBm min.) |
N-type |
MS Connector (Separate Port) |
+18 to +60 V DC Power |
N/A |
NJT8318UFM |
13.75 to 14.5 GHz (Universal Ku-band) |
12.80 GHz |
950 to 1,700 MHz |
8W Linear (+39 dBm min.) |
F-type |
MS Connector (Separate Port) |
+18 to +60 V DC Power |
N/A |
NJT8318UNK |
13.75 to 14.5 GHz (Universal Ku-band) |
12.80 GHz |
950 to 1,700 MHz |
8W Linear (+39 dBm min.) |
N-type |
Same as IF Connector |
+18 to +60 V DC Power |
FSK Communication M&C |
NJT8318UFK |
13.75 to 14.5 GHz (Universal Ku-band) |
12.80 GHz |
950 to 1,700 MHz |
8W Linear (+39 dBm min.) |
F-type |
Same as IF Connector |
+18 to +60 V DC Power |
FSK Communication M&C |
NJT8318UNMK |
13.75 to 14.5 GHz (Universal Ku-band) |
12.80 GHz |
950 to 1,700 MHz |
8W Linear (+39 dBm min.) |
N-type |
MS Connector (Separate Port) |
+18 to +60 V DC Power |
FSK Communication M&C |
NJT8318UFMK |
13.75 to 14.5 GHz (Universal Ku-band) |
12.80 GHz |
950 to 1,700 MHz |
8W Linear (+39 dBm min.) |
F-type |
MS Connector (Separate Port) |
+18 to +60 V DC Power |
FSK Communication M&C |
Output Power @ 1dB G.C.P. (P1dB) |
8 Watt 8318: +39 dBm min. over temperature |
16 Watt 8319: +42 dBm min. over temperature |
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Linear Gain |
65 dB nom., 59 dB min. |
68 dB nom., 62 dB min. |
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Gain Variation over frequency Standard Ku-band: |
5 dBp-p over 500 MHz / 2 dBp-p over 36 MHz |
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Universal Ku-band: |
5 dBp-p over 750 MHz / 2 dBp-p over 36 MHz |
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Gain Stability over temperature |
2 dBp-p typ., 5 dBp-p maximum |
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IM3 |
-28 dBc typ., -24 dBc |
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@ total power ≦ Pout – 3dB |
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ACPR |
-28 dBc typ. @ Pout ≦ Pout – 1dB |
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L.O. Phase Noise |
-60 dBc/Hz @ 100 Hz |
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-70 dBc/Hz @ 1 kHz |
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-80 dBc/Hz @ 10 kHz |
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-90 dBc/Hz @ 100 kHz |
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-100 dBc/Hz @ 1 MHz |
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Input V.S.W.R. |
2 : 1 |
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Output V.S.W.R. |
2 : 1 |
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DC Power Requirement (1) Voltage Range |
+18 to +60 VDC +36 to +60 VDC |
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(2) Power Consumption @ No IF Signal |
65 W typ. |
140 W typ. |
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@ P1dB |
90 W |
170 W |
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Mute |
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Shut off the HPA in case of L.O. unlocked or no 10 MHz reference signal |
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LED Indicator |
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GREEN: L.O. locked / RED: L.O. unlocked (or no 10 MHz reference signal) |
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M&C Function |
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FSK Modulation M&C: Power Monitor / TX On/Off Control / Alarm … etc |
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Temperature Range (ambient) |
Operating: |
-40 to +75 C (Operation Guarantee) |
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-40 to +55 C (Performance Guarantee) |
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Storage: |
-40 to +75 C |
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Dimension & Housing |
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180 (L) x 130 (W) x 80 (H) mm [7.09” (L) x 5.12” (W) x 3.15” (H)] |
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without interface connector and screws |
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Weight |
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2.4 kg [5.3 lbs] |
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