Iridium Optical Repeater for Hangars
Global Foxcom’s Iridium Optical Repeater for Hangars provides indoor Iridium satellite signal access across aircraft hangars and underground bunkers. By transmitting RF signals over fiber optic cables, the system establishes reliable connectivity without the signal loss associated with lengthy coaxial runs. This enables avionics crews to complete critical system testing inside the facility rather than initiating costly towing outdoors whenever satellite communication is required.
Features & Benefits
- Operates across the 1616-1626.5 MHz Iridium frequency range
- Supports concurrent uplink and downlink transmission paths
- DL RF input signal range [total power] up to -20 dBm
- Low noise floor with a noise figure under 5 dB
- ODU Input/output VSWR performance maintained at 1:1.6
- Utilizes Dual SMF-28 or equivalent fiber optic cabling
- Supports extended link distances up to 3 km with under 2 dB optical loss
- Minimum IDU/ODU optical power output rated at -3 dBm / 0.5 mW
- Equipped with low-reflection FC/APC optical connectors
- Coverage footprint spans up to 5,000 ft² with ceilings up to 130 ft
- Indoor unit physical interfaces: dual SMA Female connectors
- Outdoor unit physical interfaces: dual N-Type Female connectors
- Indoor unit operational threshold: -20°C to +55°C
- Outdoor unit operational threshold: -30°C to +55°C
- ODU complete with a dedicated IP65 outdoor-rated AC-to-DC power supply
Basic Details
Large-scale aviation facilities often struggle with severe signal attenuation caused by metal roofing and thick concrete walls. This optical repeater overcomes structural barriers by capturing live satellite feeds externally and using low-loss dual single-mode fiber to pipe them deep inside shielded zones. Instead of burning fuel and losing hours shuffling planes around the tarmac for brief diagnostic checks, technicians can run uninterrupted tests right from the active maintenance bay. It seals off thermal leaks from constantly opening massive bay doors, protects ground staff from harsh outdoor weather, and establishes a highly predictable, climate-controlled testing schedule.
Beyond standalone voice and data connectivity, the architecture scales efficiently to serve multi-band requirements, seamlessly integrating with GPS and Inmarsat sub-systems to build a comprehensive avionics workshop.
Basic Details
| RF Specification | Value |
| Frequency Range – Bandwidth | 1616-1626.5MHz |
| Noise Figure | < 5dB |
| RF Input signal range | up to –20dBm |
What makes the optical framework more scalable for large corporate or military facility layouts?
Global Foxcom’s optical architecture utilizes dual single-mode fiber optic links to transport signals up to 3 km with minimal loss. This provides procurement teams and infrastructure architects maximum flexibility to position hardware across expansive layouts, multiple bays, or deep underground bunker systems.
What reliability and environmental standards does the hardware meet for industrial site deployment?
The system is built for continuous enterprise use in challenging operational environments. The outdoor hardware operates across a wide temperature window of -30°C to +55°C and includes an IP65-rated, weather-protected AC-to-DC power supply to guarantee absolute system availability.
Can the system handle high-power input signals without overloading?
Yes, the system is engineered to handle industrial signal environments safely. It successfully processes total power RF input signal levels up to -20 dBm on both the uplink and downlink paths while maintaining an input/output VSWR performance of 1:1.6.
What types of physical RF interfaces does the hardware use?
The hardware features dedicated physical interfaces for localized antenna and RF distribution. The Outdoor Unit (ODU) utilizes dual N-Type Female RF connectors, while the Indoor Unit (IDU) uses dual SMA Female RF connectors to link with indoor distribution components.