Sunair T-10000 HP 10kW HF TRANSMITTER, WIDEBAND
The Sunair T-10000 HP 10kW HF Transmitter, Wideband is the hallmark solution for mission critical communications applications requiring reliable coverage. The transmitter system combines solidstate radio and RF power amplification and control technology to produce a fail-safe high power solution that operates in a frequency range of 1.5 MHz to 30 MHz.
Maximum power output is 10 kW at 100% duty cycle to facilitate long- range hemispheric communications when coupled with the appropriate antenna. Power is reducible in less than 1 dB steps down to 500 W level. Standard operating voltage is three phase 338 – 458 Vac, 47 to 63 Hz with a modest power requirement of ≤ 35 kVA. The Sunair T-10000 HP 10kW HF Transmitter, Wideband is supplied as an integrated system equipped with the Sunair T-8400 Software-Defined Next Generation HF SSB/ISB Transmitter. As part of this system, the amplifier architecture consists of eight IPA-8210 intermediate power amplifier subsystems that are combined to produce final power output and managed by the Sunair HPAC High Power Amplifier Controller. The HPAC actively monitors system balance and performance, and provides power control and safety shutdown in the event of internal module failure such as power supplies, system failures such as air flow or over temperature or external failures such as high antenna VSWR and short or open circuit.
Advanced built-in-test (BITE) capability reports the status of the Sunair T-10000 HP 10kW HF Transmitter, Wideband down to the Lowest Replaceable Module (LRM) level providing English messages on the HPAC and the T-8400 front panel displays, and then to a remote site when configured. Individual LRM fault indication and the system’s intuitive modular design allows for ease of maintenance and upgrade throughout the equipment life cycle at minimal expense. These highperforming niche products are in daily service as integral components of critical strategic communications solutions for leading defense, peacekeeping, and aviation agencies around the world.
Modes of operation are AME, NB-FM, USB, LSB, ISB, CW, and FSK; Data implemented with internal or external modems. When paired with a companion receiver the Sunair T-10000 HP 10kW HF Transmitter, Wideband offers 2G and 3G Automatic Link Establishment (ALE) as an internal or external option in accordance with MIL-STD-188-141 A/B/C, FS1045A, and STANAG 4538. Frequency hopping compliant to STANAG 4444 and HF email/data transfer with Automatic Link Maintenance (ALM) compliant to STANAG 5066 are available with optional external controllers.
Designed as a high-performance HF system the Sunair T-10000 HP 10kW HF Transmitter, Wideband complies with the radio requirements of MIL-STD-188-203-1A and STANAG 5511/5522 (TADIL-A/Link 11 and NILE/Link 22) for tactical data link operation. It also complies with the performance requirements in MIL-STD-188-141C and STANAGs 4203 and 5031.
The Sunair T-10000 HP 10kW HF Transmitter, Wideband is compatible with STANAGs 4285, 4529, 4415, 4481, 4539, and 5065 and MIL-STD-188-110B (including Appendix F ISB) HF modem waveforms. These waveforms can be provided with optional internal or external HF data modems. If equipped with the Internal data modem option the architecture of the Sunair T-10000 HP 10kW HF Transmitter, Wideband allows for the upgrade of the data modem to MIL-STD-188-110C and other future modem waveforms by a firmware upgrade from the front or rear panel of the T-8400.
Full function control, programming and system monitoring/ BITE can be accomplished from the front panel controls and displays, or remotely via Ethernet or USB port. A USB port connector on the front panel is provided for ease of reprogramming the unit’s configuration. Channel, frequency, mode, forward power, reflected power, input audio and other operating information and status are presented in English via a large TFT displays.
• Analog or VoIP audio interface
• VoIP ATM ED-137B/C
• Software-Defined Next Generation HF SSB/ISB Transmitter
• High efficiency solid state design Full power into load VSWR up to 2:1
• Comprehensive BITE to LRM (Lowest Removable Module) Full function remote control via serial or Ethernet
• Remote control via RS-232/422/485 and Ethernet
• Tactical Data Link – MIL-STD-188-203-1A TADIL A and Link 11/22 (requires external modems and controllers) HF Data – MIL-STD-188-110A/B
• Internal 338 Vac–458 Vac, 3-phase, 47 Hz–63 Hz power supply
• Data Link – MIL-STD-188-203-1A TADIL A and Link 11/22 (factory installed option)
• HF Data – MIL-STD-188-110 A/B/C and STANAG
• ALE – 2G MIL-STD-188-141 A/B/C and 3G STANAG 4538
• Secure Digital Voice (MELPe S4591)
CERTIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS
- Data Link – MIL-STD-188-203-1A TADIL A and Link 11/2 (factory installed option)
- Type 1 encryption such as ANDVT, KY-99, KG-84(), and KG-40 as well as commercial privacy devices or optional internal MELPe digital voice F/W with DES 56, AES 128 & AES 256 encryption functions
- HF Data – MIL-STD-188-110 A/B/C and STANAG
- ALE – 2G MIL-STD-188-141 A/B/C and 3G STANAG 4538
- Secure Digital Voice (MELPe S4591)
- MIL-STD-188-203-1A and STANAG 5511/5522 (TADIL-A/Link 11 and NILE/Link 22) for data link operation
- MILSTD-188-110 A/B/C and STANAG HF modem waveforms
- MIL-STD-188-141 A and FS1045A
- MIL-STD-188-141 B and STANAG 4538
- MIL-STD 810F, Method 516.5, Procedure 1
- MIL-STD 810F, Method 514.5 & MIL-STD-167-1
- EN 300 373-2 v1.2.1
- EN 301 843-5 v1.1.1
- EN 60950
- Notified Body 1177
- STANAG 5066 controller
Wideband 10kW HF transmitters
Wideband 10kW HF transmitters are high-power, solid-state systems primarily used for long-range military, government, and aviation communications and broadcasting. These systems utilize Software-Defined Radio (SDR) and modular amplifier architecture to enable high-speed data transmission and frequency agility.
Key Components:
- Software-Defined Exciter: The digital heart of the transmitter that synthesizes the carrier and applies modulation.
- Modular Power Amplifiers (PA): Instead of a single large unit, 10kW systems typically combine multiple smaller solid-state modules (e.g., eight 1.25kW or twenty-four 500W modules). These often use rugged MOSFET or LDMOS technology for high efficiency and linear performance.
- High Power Combiner: A critical passive component that merges the outputs of individual PA modules into a single 10kW signal while maintaining phase stability and low loss.
- High Power Amplifier Controller (HPAC): A central management unit that monitors system balance, adjusts output levels, and manages safety shutdowns.
- Power Supply Unit (PSU): Often configured with Soft Start circuits to prevent failure from peak voltage at startup. PSUs are typically 3-phase (e.g., 380 VAC) and can consume up to 35-40 kVA for a 10kW output.
- Cooling Systems:
- Forced Air: Standard in many units, using fans integrated into each PA module.
- Liquid Cooling: It is not recommended due to major security issues.
- Graceful Degradation (Hot Swap): The modular design allows the transmitter to stay on-air at reduced power even if one or two modules fail. Many systems support Hot Swapping, enabling module replacement without shutting down the entire transmitter.
- Wideband Capability & ALE: Optimized for frequency-agile scenarios including Automatic Link Establishment (ALE) 2G and 3G (MIL-STD-188-141B).
- Advanced Digital Processing: Includes Digital Pre-Distortion (DPD) to improve linearity and reduce intermodulation distortion (IMD), and digital I/Q modulation to achieve low phase noise.
- Built-in Test Equipment (BITE): Real-time monitoring that reports status down to the Lowest Replaceable Unit (LRU), often visible via front-panel displays or remote interfaces.
- Remote Management: Comprehensive control via Ethernet (TCP/IP), RS-232, or RS-422, allowing operators to change frequencies, modes, and power levels from a remote operations room.
- Protection Circuits: Automated safeguards against high VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio), over-temperature, over-current, and smoke detection
Naval and Strategic Communications
RapidM is the pre-eminent supplier of HF core systems used by allied nations. Our naval and strategic division is committed to be the ideal partner to achieve interoperability among diverse radio communication systems. Our products adhere to emerging and relevant industry standards, including ISO, IEC, CE and key interoperability standards such as MIL-STD-188-110D; MIL-STD-188-141D; and STANAG 4538, STANAG 4539/TDMA, STANAG 5066, STANAG 4591 MELPe and STANAG 4691 MARLIN.
Tactical and Joint Communications
Secure, reliable and robust communication is crucial for the success of operations in volatile tactical and joint situations. To command, control, and support forces, our tactical product range provides secure digital voice, position, and messaging services, even between diverse and mixed-vendor radio equipment. This allows for rapid interoperability using existing equipment.
Governmental and Security Communications
Because the safety of your citizens is a priority, our governmental and security communication products are engineered to empower agencies, police, first responders and paramilitary forces to keep your people protected. These products offer cost-effective proprietary HF data communications, along with standards-based solutions for 2G ALE and MIL-STD-188-110B.
Embedded Modem Modules
Radio makers are challenged by expanding functional and performance requirements when developing HF and V/UHF radios. To meet these demands, RapidM offers high-end embeddable modules that provide next-generation digital capabilities to both new and existing designs at minimal integration effort and lower overall project cost.
NATO BRASS (Broadcast and Ship to Shore) BRE2TA system
BRE2TA-compliant equipment supports bandwidths up to 48 kHz
The BRE2TA (BRASS Enhancement 2 Technical Architecture) is the next-generation evolution of the NATO BRASS (Broadcast and Ship to Shore) HF radio communications framework. While BRE1TA focuses on digitizing legacy messaging, BRE2TA is designed to introduce Wideband HF (WBHF) capabilities.
- Wideband HF (WBHF) Integration: The primary goal of BRE2TA is to transition from narrow 3kHz channels to wideband channels (up to 48kHz or more). This enables significantly higher data rates, comparable to early satellite or DSL speeds, over long-distance shortwave radio.
- High-Capacity IP Services: It aims to provide seamless, real-time IP data exchange, including streaming video, large file transfers, and high-speed chat.
- Tactical Interoperability: BRE2TA combines STANAG 4538 (Automatic Link Establishment) with MELPe digital voice standards to ensure robust tactical interoperability across the alliance.
- STANAG 5069: The foundational standard for Wideband HF waveforms used in BRE2TA-compliant systems.
- STANAG 4538: Provides the 3G Automated Link Establishment (ALE) and data link protocols for fast link setup and high-speed data bursts.
- STANAG 5066: Remains the core protocol for running IP applications over HF, optimized for the higher bandwidths provided by BRE2TA.
- Status: As of early 2026, BRE2TA is moving through procurement and assessment phases as NATO refines future requirements for high-capacity beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) communication.
- Key Suppliers:
- Isode: Provides the software architecture for military messaging and IP services.
- Sunair Electronics: the 8000 Series HF radios, which are “BRE2TA-ready” with wideband interfaces.
- Rohde & Schwarz: Supplies the M3SR Series4100 radios, which are “BRE2TA-ready” with wideband interfaces.
- RapidM: Develops the software-defined modems and ALE controllers that execute the BRE2TA waveforms.
We deliver long-range surveillance platforms utilising the latest MF/HF transmitters (500 W, 1 kW, 5 kW, 10kW), which have been designed to meet the harsh and challenging environments associated with the defence and civil sectors.
Explore the latest in HF transmitters and HF receivers designed for demanding environments in both defense and civil sectors.
Having first begun in 1956 as a manufacturer of HF radios (MF/HF radios, 5 kw MF/HF transmitter, 10 kw MF/HF transmitter, 1 kw MF/HF transmitter, 500 w MF/HF transmitter, 5 kw MF/HF transceiver, 10 kw MF/HF transceiver, 1 kw MF/HF transceiver, 500 kw MF/HF transceiver, HF receiver, MF/HF receiver, 5 kw HF transmitter, 10 kw HF transmitter, 1 kw HF transmitter, 500 kw HF transmitter, 5 kw HF transceiver, 10 kw HF transceiver, 1 kw HF transceiver, 500 kw HF transceiver).
Sunair has a history of leadership in the arena of secure radio communications for military, government, civil aviation, and commercial applications worldwide.
Our 8000 Series HF Radios, Linear Power Amplifiers, High Power Transmitters: T-10000 HP 10kW HF Transmitter Wideband, 8220WB 1 kW HF Transmitter Wideband, RCU-8310 Remote Control Unit, R-8400 HF Receiver Wideband, F-9810B Pre-Selector/Post-Selector, Sunair ARGUS 9000E MCC software fot remotely and simultaneously monitor, configure, and control up to eighteen (18) Sunair 8000 Series radios, Antenna Switching Matrix and Antenna Couplers are the next generation of products supporting mission-critical operations, and are designed for all strategic environments, including C3 (command, control, and communications), fixed station, shelterized, transportable, vehicular, and shipboard. When coupled with our complementary accessories, our equipment covers all contemporary requirements – from basic voice communications to data, email, fax, chat, high speed ALE, encryption, security, and interoperability.
NATO BRASS (Broadcast and Ship to Shore) BRE2TA system
BRE2TA-compliant equipment supports bandwidths up to 48 kHz
The BRE2TA (BRASS Enhancement 2 Technical Architecture) is the next-generation evolution of the NATO BRASS (Broadcast and Ship to Shore) HF radio communications framework. While BRE1TA focuses on digitizing legacy messaging, BRE2TA is designed to introduce Wideband HF (WBHF) capabilities.
- Wideband HF (WBHF) Integration: The primary goal of BRE2TA is to transition from narrow 3kHz channels to wideband channels (up to 48kHz or more). This enables significantly higher data rates, comparable to early satellite or DSL speeds, over long-distance shortwave radio.
- High-Capacity IP Services: It aims to provide seamless, real-time IP data exchange, including streaming video, large file transfers, and high-speed chat.
- Tactical Interoperability: BRE2TA combines STANAG 4538 (Automatic Link Establishment) with MELPe digital voice standards to ensure robust tactical interoperability across the alliance.
- STANAG 5069: The foundational standard for Wideband HF waveforms used in BRE2TA-compliant systems.
- STANAG 4538: Provides the 3G Automated Link Establishment (ALE) and data link protocols for fast link setup and high-speed data bursts.
- STANAG 5066: Remains the core protocol for running IP applications over HF, optimized for the higher bandwidths provided by BRE2TA.
- Status: As of early 2026, BRE2TA is moving through procurement and assessment phases as NATO refines future requirements for high-capacity beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) communication.
- Key Suppliers:
- Isode: Provides the software architecture for military messaging and IP services.
- Sunair Electronics: the 8000 Series HF radios, which are “BRE2TA-ready” with wideband interfaces.
- Rohde & Schwarz: Supplies the M3SR Series4100 radios, which are “BRE2TA-ready” with wideband interfaces.
- RapidM: Develops the software-defined modems and ALE controllers that execute the BRE2TA waveforms.
We deliver long-range surveillance platforms utilising the latest MF/HF transmitters (500 W, 1 kW, 5 kW, 10kW), which have been designed to meet the harsh and challenging environments associated with the defence and civil sectors.
Explore the latest in HF transmitters and HF receivers designed for demanding environments in both defense and civil sectors.
Having first begun in 1956 as a manufacturer of HF radios (MF/HF radios, 5 kw MF/HF transmitter, 10 kw MF/HF transmitter, 1 kw MF/HF transmitter, 500 w MF/HF transmitter, 5 kw MF/HF transceiver, 10 kw MF/HF transceiver, 1 kw MF/HF transceiver, 500 kw MF/HF transceiver, HF receiver, MF/HF receiver, 5 kw HF transmitter, 10 kw HF transmitter, 1 kw HF transmitter, 500 kw HF transmitter, 5 kw HF transceiver, 10 kw HF transceiver, 1 kw HF transceiver, 500 kw HF transceiver).
Sunair has a history of leadership in the arena of secure radio communications for military, government, civil aviation, and commercial applications worldwide.
Our 8000 Series HF Radios, Linear Power Amplifiers, High Power Transmitters: T-10000 HP 10kW HF Transmitter Wideband, 8220WB 1 kW HF Transmitter Wideband, RCU-8310 Remote Control Unit, R-8400 HF Receiver Wideband, F-9810B Pre-Selector/Post-Selector, Sunair ARGUS 9000E MCC software fot remotely and simultaneously monitor, configure, and control up to eighteen (18) Sunair 8000 Series radios, Antenna Switching Matrix and Antenna Couplers are the next generation of products supporting mission-critical operations, and are designed for all strategic environments, including C3 (command, control, and communications), fixed station, shelterized, transportable, vehicular, and shipboard. When coupled with our complementary accessories, our equipment covers all contemporary requirements – from basic voice communications to data, email, fax, chat, high speed ALE, encryption, security, and interoperability.
APPLICATIONS FOR MILITARY SOLUTIONS
Sunair HF products and solutions are used and implemented around the world, in applications requiring the failsafe exchange of information. Militaries, governments, civil aviation agencies, and commercial organizations need to exchange information swiftly and securely, often across hemispheres. Sunair supplies interoperable and powerful high-frequency communications systems to permit those security organizations to respond promptly in absolute mission-critical situations. Sunair HF equipment is ruggedized and built to comply with the highest military standards at the national and international level, to ensure both global interoperability and versatility for air, surface, and maritime applications in a host of configurations, including C3, fixed station, shelterized, transportable, vehicular, and shipboard.
Having first begun in 1956 as a manufacturer of airborne HF radios (MF/HF radios, 5 kw MF/HF transmitter, 10 kw MF/HF transmitter, 1 kw MF/HF transmitter, 500 kw MF/HF transmitter, 5 kw MF/HF transceiver, 10 kw MF/HF transceiver, 1 kw MF/HF transceiver, 500 kw MF/HF transceiver, HF receiver, MF/HF receiver, 5 kw HF transmitter, 10 kw HF transmitter, 1 kw HF transmitter, 500 kw HF transmitter, 5 kw HF transceiver, 10 kw HF transceiver, 1 kw HF transceiver, 500 kw HF transceiver).
AIR
Having first begun in 1956 as a manufacturer of airborne HF products (HF radios, MF/HF radios, 5 kw MF/HF transmitter, 10 kw MF/HF transmitter, 1 kw MF/HF transmitter, 500 kw MF/HF transmitter, 5 kw MF/HF transceiver, 10 kw MF/HF transceiver, 1 kw MF/HF transceiver, 500 kw MF/HF transceiver, HF receiver, MF/HF receiver, 5 kw HF transmitter, 10 kw HF transmitter, 1 kw HF transmitter, 500 kw HF transmitter, 5 kw HF transceiver, 10 kw HF transceiver, 1 kw HF transceiver, 500 kw HF transceiver), Sunair continues to leverage its history and experience to serve a host of the world’s major air forces, governments, civil aviation agencies, and airlines for their respective strategic air communications requirements. Sunair offers complete ground-to-air communications packages for airborne support, airspace security, and air traffic control applications. Sunair’s entrance into the sphere of high power transmission with the development of solid-state 5 and 10-kilowatt amplifiers, and acceptance of the product range by NATO, has generated substantial attention from air forces and aviation agencies searching for a proven long-range communications solution permitting complete hemispheric coverage.
MARITIME
Having more than four decades of experience in delivering equipment (HF radios and MF/HF radios), systems, and services to joint forces, navies, coast guards, and marine corps around the world, Sunair is a demonstrated leader in strategic maritime communications. Sunair provides complete ship-to-shore communications packages (HF radios and MF/HF radios) for military, emergency management, disaster relief, and peacekeeping applications.
Having first begun in 1956 as a manufacturer of airborne HF radios (MF/HF radios, 5 kw MF/HF transmitter, 10 kw MF/HF transmitter, 1 kw MF/HF transmitter, 500 kw MF/HF transmitter, 5 kw MF/HF transceiver, 10 kw MF/HF transceiver, 1 kw MF/HF transceiver, 500 kw MF/HF transceiver, HF receiver, MF/HF receiver, 5 kw HF transmitter, 10 kw HF transmitter, 1 kw HF transmitter, 500 kw HF transmitter, 5 kw HF transceiver, 10 kw HF transceiver, 1 kw HF transceiver, 500 kw HF transceiver).