HARDWARE / PRODUCTUpdated 25 Jul 2026

Pulsar-UTRX

AAC Clyde Space
Pulsar-UTRX

The Pulsar-UTRX is a UHF/VHF transceiver designed for CubeSats and small satellites, providing reliable uplink and downlink communication.

Key figurescomparable across the catalogue

Mass
0.1 kg
Power
3 W
Largest dimension
96 mm

Normalised to common units so this product can be compared with others in its category. The supplier's own wording is below.

As published by the supplier

Operating temperature
-25 to +61 C
Mass
<100 g
Supply voltage
3.3 V, 5 V
Frequency (UTRXC)
400-420 MHz
Frequency (UTRX)
430-440 MHz
Transmit DC power
3-5.1 W
RF power
27-33 dBm in 3 dB steps
Receive DC power
<240 mW
Sensitivity
-115 dBm for 12 dB SINAD
Modulation
GMSK 9600 baud, AFSK 1200 baud
Protocol
AX.25, transparent mode
Dimensions
96 x 90 x 16.51 mm

About

The Pulsar-UTRX transceivers are ideal for space missions where reliable uplink and downlink is required. They can also be used as a robust lower data-rate back-up radio for a higher data-rate radio. This product is part of AAC Clyde Space’s communication solutions for CubeSats and small satellites, emphasizing reliability and functionality for critical space-based communication needs.

Documentation

Need the full ICD, test reports or a specific revision? Ask the supplier directly.

Source: www.aac-clyde.space ↗

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