Triad RF Systems has launched the TA1165 solid-state power amplifier, a state-of-the-art solution designed for CubeSat and SmallSat missions in Low Earth Orbit (LEO). Operating within the 5.5 to 8.5 GHz range, the amplifier focuses on the 7.9 to 8.4 GHz X-Band downlink frequency, boosting satellite communication links with up to 20 watts of saturated RF power. This advancement is pivotal for improving the range, data rate, and reliability of satellite communications, essential for mission success.
The TA1165 is engineered for easy integration with existing CubeSat Software Defined Radios (SDRs) and is compatible with future technologies. Dean Handrinos, CTO of Triad RF Systems, highlighted the amplifier's design to withstand the challenges of LEO, noting its deployment on customer vehicles and its role in enhancing throughput and minimizing ground terminal size. The amplifier's Class AB GaN technology ensures superior linearity, efficiency, and thermal performance, crucial for satellite operations.
Its compact and lightweight design meets the stringent space and mass requirements of CubeSat platforms. The TA1165's wide frequency coverage supports diverse satellite applications, such as Earth observation, high-speed data transmission, and inter-satellite communications, offering a versatile solution for improving satellite data throughput and reliability. With a legacy of over 20 years in LEO flight time for RF payloads, Triad RF Systems reinforces its leadership in space-proven RF solutions through the TA1165 amplifier, a key tool for addressing the evolving needs of space missions.
