Microwave Tubes · Traveling Wave Tubes

Hughes-1177H — Hughes 1177H Ku-Band TWT

Manufacturer: Hughes / L3 EDD

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Product Description

Ku-band traveling wave tube (TWT) amplifier covering 12–18 GHz with 250 W CW output for satellite communications uplinks and military EW systems.

Technical Specifications

Tube TypeTWT (Traveling Wave Tube)
Frequency Range12–18 GHz
Frequency BandKu-band
Output Power250 W CW
Gain45 dB
Beam Voltage12 kV
Efficiency35%
CoolingConduction / forced air

Applications

  • Satellite communications uplink
  • Military electronic warfare
  • Electronic countermeasures
  • Ku-band SATCOM terminals
  • Airborne radar jamming

Key Features

  • 12–18 GHz Ku-band coverage
  • 250 W CW output
  • 45 dB gain
  • Broadband swept operation
  • EW and SATCOM standard