iDIRECT BUC Series

6W Universal Ku-Band BUC (P/N: E0002603-0001)

The iDirect 6W Universal Ku-Band Block Up Converter

(BUC) leverages the innovative design and advanced
manufacturing processes used in iDirect’s popular 3W
product, extending compact size and power efficiency
into the mid-power class. Supports both standard and
extended Ku-band frequencies for ultimate flexibility and
can be directly powered by iDirect X3 and above remotes.

Electrical Specifications
Output Frequency Range 13.75 to 14.5 GHz
Input Frequency Range 950 to 1,700 MHz
Conversion Type Single, fixed L.O.
L.O. Frequency 12.80 GHz
Operating Power @ 1dB GCP +37.8 dBm min. over temperature range
Linear Gain 62 dB nom., 56 dB min.
Input Impedance 75 Ω nom.
Input V.S.W.R. 2 : 1 max.
Output V.S.W.R. 1.3 : 1 max. for load V.S.W.R. (recommended)
DC Power Requirement
[Voltage Range] +24 VDC (+12 to +30 VDC)
[Power Consumption] 40 W typical, 48 W max. @ Pout = +37.8 dBm
35 W typical @ no IF
3 W max. @ ref. off (mute)
LED Indicator GREEN: L.O. locked
RED: L.O. unlocked (or no 10 MHz reference signal)

Mechanical Specifications
Input Interface F-Type, Female
Output Interface Waveguide, WR-75 (with Groove)
Dimension & Housing 174.9 (L) x 84 (W) x 59.2 (H) mm
6.89” (L) x 3.31” (W) x 2.33” (H)
Weight 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs) max.
Environmental Specifications
Temperature Range (ambient) -40 to +60°C (operating)
-40 to +75°C (storage)
Humidity 0 to 100% Rh (assumes hermetically-sealed OMT and Feed Horn)
Altitude 4572 m (15,000 feet)
Ingress Protection Rating IP67 (dust tight and immersion up to 1 m, conditional on connection with waveguide)
Compliance CE, FCC, RoHS

Compatible with Evolution and Velocity. This product is manufactured in Japan and carries a 3-year warranty.

VT iDirect • 13861 Sunrise Valley Drive, Herndon, VA 20171 • Tel: +1 703.648.8000 +1 866.345.0983 • www.idirect.net
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6W Universal Ku-Band BUC (P/N: E0002603-0001)

Mechanical Drawing

WR-75 Flange M4
with Groove depth 6 mm
30.5 mm

Sealing Tape
59.2±1 mm

38 mm
Caution: DO NOT remove the sealing tape
on the waveguide. Removing the tape may
result in the unit losing Ingress Protection.

38 mm
84±1 mm 12.55 mm

M4 depth 6 mm
Grounded Hole

145.6 mm
175.4 mm

(50.3 mm)
(92.3 mm) LED Indicator

F-Type Female Connector

30.5 mm (28.7 mm)

IF/10 MHz/DC Power Input

M4
depth 6 mm

VT iDirect • 13861 Sunrise Valley Drive, Herndon, VA 20171 • Tel: +1 703.648.8000 +1 866.345.0983 • www.idirect.net