Mitsubishi Electric to Expand Range of Ku-band GaN-HEMT Lineup

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Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (Tokyo: 6503) announced the launch of two new 70W GaN HEMTs designed for satellite-communication (SATCOM) earth stations on January 15, 2023. These gallium-nitride high-electron-mobility transistors will support multi-carrier and single-carrier communications, enhancing data-transmission capacity and facilitating smaller earth stations in the Low-Ku band. The products cater to growing demands for emergency communications and satellite news gathering, particularly in areas lacking fiber or cable networks.

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• Introduction of two new 70W GaN HEMTs expected to boost market presence.
• Supports increased data-transmission capacity and smaller earth stations.
• Addresses rising demand for emergency communications during disasters.

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Accommodates Low-Ku band, extra-large data capacity and small SATCOM earth stations

TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) announced today that two new 12.75-13.25 GHz (Low-Ku band) 70W (48.3dBm) gallium-nitride high-electron-mobility transistors (GaN HEMTs) will be added to the company’s GaN HEMT lineup for satellite-communication (SATCOM) earth stations. The two GaN HEMT products, one for multi-carrier¹ communications and the other for single-carrier² communications, support increased data-transmission capacity and smaller earth stations even in the Low-Ku band. The two products will be launched on January 15, 2023.

Ku-band satellite communication systems are increasingly being deployed for emergency communications during natural disasters as well as for satellite news gathering (SNG) by TV broadcasters in rural areas where fiber and/or cable networks are not available. For SATCOM earth stations, current mainstream systems use a 14 GHz band, but in the near future they are expected to use the Low-Ku (13 GHz) band as well as the Ka (28 GHz) band to address needs for increased data-transmission capacity. Until now, Mitsubishi Electric has offered a lineup of seven GaN HEMTs for multi-carrier and single-carrier SATCOM earth stations. The two new 70W GaN HEMTs now being introduced will also support emergency communications and SNG in the Low-Ku band.

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FAQ

What is the launch date of the new GaN HEMTs by Mitsubishi Electric?

The new 70W GaN HEMTs will be launched on January 15, 2023.

What are the specifications of the new GaN HEMTs?

The new GaN HEMTs operate in the 12.75-13.25 GHz range and support both multi-carrier and single-carrier communications.

How do the new products support emergency communications?

The GaN HEMTs enable enhanced data transmission for emergency communications and satellite news gathering, especially in areas without fiber networks.

What frequency band do the new GaN HEMTs operate in?

The new GaN HEMTs operate in the Low-Ku band (12.75-13.25 GHz).

Who is the manufacturer of the new GaN HEMTs?

The manufacturer is Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, which is based in Tokyo.