High RF output capability
Supports demanding E-band transmit chains.
Taurus
High-power E-band amplification for demanding RF architectures
- V-band
- E-band
- W-band
Taurus is Filtronic’s high-power amplifier offering for E-band systems that need increased transmit capability. The platform is intended for specialist RF architectures where amplifier performance influences achievable link budget and system design.
Greater power for demanding E-band communications
Designed for applications where output power, signal quality and efficiency are critical, Taurus helps overcome the challenges of high-frequency transmission, enabling greater range and more robust connectivity.
From satellite ground infrastructure to high-capacity terrestrial networks and specialist RF systems, Taurus provides the amplification performance needed to support demanding communication architectures.
Engineered around the system
Link-budget contribution
Provides amplification where transmit power is a critical constraint.
RF integration
Designed to sit within wider high-frequency systems.
Application flexibilty
Relevant to specialist commercial and defence programmes.
Satellite ground stations and gateways
High-power E-band amplification for ground-to-satellite communications, particularly LEO networks.
Ground
High-capacity satellite feeder links
Supports high-data-rate transmission where power, linearity and link performance are critical.
Space
High-power amplification for demanding E-band communications systems.
DefenceA platform built to scale
E-band
Taurus
81-86GHz High Power Amplifier
High linearity supports 256QAM modulation
Full 5GHz bandwidth
Saturated powers up to >+39dBm
>20dB gain
Suitable for commercial or military applications
Part of the wider RF system
Technical resources
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Filtering
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Low-noise amplification
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Frequency conversion
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Amplification Highlighted product stage
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Transmit
Taurus
Solid State Power Amplifier (SSPA)
Taurus delivers the output power and linearity required for long-range, high-capacity E-band communications, supporting advanced satellite, terrestrial and defence networks.
More than an individual component
Taurus is supported by Filtronic’s wider RF design, integration, manufacturing and test expertise. Our teams work with customers to balance electrical performance with mechanical constraints, interfaces and programme requirements – helping translate complex system challenges into manufacturable RF capability.
RF Design
Advanced Manufacturing
Test & Assurance
Integration
FAQs
Taurus is Filtronic’s high-power amplifier offering for E-band systems that need increased transmit capability.
Typical applications include high-capacity wireless links, defence rf systems, custom subsystem programmes. Suitability depends on the programme requirements.
No. Taurus is positioned as a high-power amplifier and requires other RF functions within the system.