CPI Modular Block Converter System MBC-1 UCBX-X

The Communications & Power Industries LLC Modular Block Converter (MBC) System eliminates downtime and maximizes performance and ease of repair by providing fully modular systems for up conversion or down conversion. Modular converter units upconvert an IF uplink frequency block to a corresponding C-Band RF transmit frequency block, or downconvert a C-Band RF receive frequency block to a corresponding IF downlink frequency block. Leveraging patented technology and field proven architecture, all of the critical system components are hot-swappable without the removal of power and can be removed from the front of the chassis with the exception of the fan assembly which is accessible from the rear panel.

Hot-Swappable Architecture                                               The converters can be configured for singlethread operation or for 1:1 or 1:2 redundancies. In a redundant system, a backup converter can be switched in automatically or manually to replace a faulted unit; the faulted module may be removed or replaced while the others remain operational The system design leverages a blind mate backplane for front panel removal of converters, power supplies, logic card, and color touchscreen. The design enables fast and easy repair with continuous operation, achieving MTTR of less than 3 minutes.