CPI VKC2489

C-Band Klystrons
VKC2489 - Extended C-Band Series
The Extended C-Band klystron series is designed for use in ground
based earth-to-satellite communication amplifiers. This family of
klystrons provides a minimum output power of 3350 watts over an
instantaneous bandwidth of 45 MHz. These klystrons can be
configured to provide users with 6,12, or 24 channel configurations
thus allowing operators to select preset center frequencies within
seconds. As an option, Digital Fast Tuner System (DFTS) channel
changers are available for sub-second selection of up to 50 channels.
(DFTS Model Shown)
RF and Electrical Specifications
Physical Characteristics
Frequency Range (Channel Centers)
VKC2489A
5.872 to 6.703 GHz
VKC2489B
5.745 to 6.703 GHz
VKC2489C
5.837 to 6.713 GHz
Dimensions
See outline drawings.
Weight - approximate
70 lb (32 kg)
Operating Orientation
Collector Up
Cooling
collector flow - minimum
body flow - minimum
Forced Air
1000 lb/hr (455 kg/hr)
90 lb/hr (41 kg/hr)
Output Power
All Models
3350W
Instantaneous Bandwidth- minimum at –1 dB points
All Models
45 MHz
Gain - minimum (at rated power)
40 dB
Beam Voltage - maximum
8.5 kV
Beam Current - maximum
1.15A
Heater Voltage - nominal
Heater Current - typical
6.0 V
6.1 A
RF Connectors
output
flange
input
Focusing
communications & medical products division
Mates with CPR-137
Mates with type “N” plug,
UG-21D/U
Integral permanent
magnet
VKC2489 - Extended C-Band Series
Typical Characteristics
Type
Frequency Range
(GHz)*Note 1
Instantaneous
Bandwidth
(MHz)*Note 2
Output
Power
(W)
Gain (dB)
Beam
Voltage
(kV)
Beam
Current
(mA)
VKC2489A
5.872 - 6.703
50
3460
43
8.4
1.14
VKC2489B
5.745 - 6.703
50
3460
43
8.4
1.14
VKC2489C
5.837 - 6.713
50
3450
43
8.4
1.14
• Note 1: Frequencies listed are channel centers.
• Note 2: Bandwidth measured at –1dB points.
• For full specifications please contact CPI.
Sample Outline Drawing
For complete information on the full Extended C-Band Series
and other klystrons used in satellite communications, please
contact your local CPI office, or CPI Canada Inc.
communications & medical
products
division
Communications
& Power
Industries
Canada Inc.
45 River Drive / Georgetown, Ontario / Canada L7G 2J4
Hot Line Telephone: 1-800-267-JETSAT
Tel: (905) 877-0161 Fax: (905) 877-5327
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