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VSAT KU-Band

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All about VSAT  KU-band

VSAT KU-band frequencies are intended only for satellite communications. This technology is characterized by high-power signals compared to C-band. This has the advantage that smaller satellites can be used to cover the same distance as with VSAT C-band technology. In standard circumstances, antennas of 0.9, 1.2 or 1.8 meters are used for KU-band satellite internet. This makes this type of satellite internet suitable for small networks and it also saves a lot of CAPEX.  

For our Castor VSAT KU-band you only need a 1.2 meter antenna. However, the KU-band technology is more sensitive to rainfall than C-band, so the availability is lower, especially in the tropics.  

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The advantages of VSAT KU-band satellite internet are:

  •  Cheaper antenna kit, less room needed
  • A stable, fast and reliable connection with a latency between 550 - 650 ms
  •  A 99.5% service availability
  • Unlimited use of the internet
  • Dedicated and shared connections

When to use VSAT KU-band 

Limited space for a satellite installation? In that case we advise you to choose KU-band satellite internet. For this type a smaller antenna is sufficient. Also, this technology is easy to install. VSAT KU-band equipment is more cost effective than C-band equipment, which also makes it more suitable for satellite applications with a small bandwidth.  

VSAT KU-band is often used in the mining and oil & gas industry, but also a lot of banks in Africa are using this type of satellite internet. Furthermore, Castor Networks provides effective satellite communications solutions for NGO's. You can read more about
this here
 

Are you interested in knowing when to use C-band? You can read more here. 

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The benefits of choosing Castor Network VSAT KU-band 

  • We are a specialized VSAT Network Operator: we own the VSAT platform, teleport antennas and we are right at the source in case of system failure or need for technical support; 
  • We are backed by strong 24/7 NOC support, on-site installation and support capabilities; 
  • As a mid-sized company, we can be flexible and tailor our services to your requirements; 
  • We have our own IT department and will optimize our KU-band satellite internet services to work optimally with your IT infrastructure (LAN). 

Learn more about our VSAT KU-band technology.

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