Product Description
The 1.7GHz (1600-1800MHz) band occupies a relatively quiet slice of the spectrum, which makes it a preferred choice for satellite communications, UAV telemetry, aerospace testing, and remote video links where interference-free operation is essential. This 20W signal booster amplifies both directions of the link, delivering 43dBm (20W) of output with 20dB TX gain and 18dB RX gain. It runs on a 12-24V DC supply, uses SMA female connectors, and comes in a compact 118 × 59 × 17 mm aluminum enclosure weighing just 0.2 kg. When a 10W booster no longer provides enough margin, this unit adds roughly 3dB of extra headroom—often the difference between a link that holds and one that drops.
Typical Applications
- Satellite Ground Stations: Boost uplink and downlink signals for reliable L-band SATCOM
- Long-Range UAV Telemetry: Maintain stable command and data links on extended missions
- Remote Video & Surveillance: Keep video feeds clear over long distances and difficult terrain
- Aerospace & Avionics Testing: Higher output for system validation and field trials
- Industrial SCADA & Telemetry: Two-way data links for remote pipelines, utilities, and mining sites
- Public Safety & Emergency Comms: Strengthen critical links in sparsely populated or obstructed areas
Technical Specifications
|
Parameter |
Value |
|
Pout/dBm |
43 dBm (20W) |
|
Working Frequency |
1600 – 1800 MHz |
|
TX Gain (S21) |
20 dB |
|
RX Gain (S21) |
18 dB |
|
DC Supply |
12 – 24 V |
|
Connector |
SMA Female |
|
Size |
118 × 59 × 17 mm |
|
Weight |
0.2 kg |
|
Power Socket |
5.5 × 2.1 mm |
Key Advantages
Doubling the output from 10W to 20W delivers roughly 3dB of additional link margin—a meaningful gain when operating at the far edge of range or in environments where foliage, terrain, or atmospheric attenuation steadily erode signal strength. The 43dBm transmit power pushes your outbound signal significantly farther, while the 18dB receive gain ensures weak return signals are amplified cleanly, keeping the link symmetric and reliable for telemetry and command channels.
The wide 12-24V DC input accepts power from 3S-6S LiPo batteries, vehicle electrical systems, or solar-charged battery banks, giving you flexibility in how you deploy the booster. The 5.5 × 2.1 mm jack is a common field standard, and the SMA female ports connect directly to your existing antennas and coax without adapters. The aluminum housing provides passive cooling and mechanical protection, and at just 0.2 kg it adds negligible weight to a drone or portable ground station.
Tuned for the 1.7GHz band, this booster covers the specialised allocation used by satellite communications, UAV telemetry, and remote video systems. If you’ve been running a 10W unit and still experiencing dropouts at range, stepping up to 20W is a simple, effective way to add margin without changing your entire RF chain.
What's in the Box
- 1 × 1.7GHz 20W Signal Booster