L-Band IFF

The Model MD500L IFF Transponder is being produced under contract to the U.S. Navy. The transponder is an augmentation device primarily used to assist in tracking unmanned vehicles, cruise missiles, and target drones. The transponder responds to interrogations from L-band IFF and Air Traffic Control radar. It features a modern compact design with less than 90 cubic inches (1475 cubic centimeters) volume and weighs 4.25 pounds (1.9 kilograms) which is 35% smaller than previous versions. The transponder incorporates the latest in solid state electronics design and features a 500 watts nominal peak power output. It also features IFF/TACAN blanking and suppression, reverse polarity power lead protection, and has a built in duplexer for single antenna operation. Also, the transponder was designed with both front panel and remote reply code selection for greater convenience and ease of use. The L-Band IFF meets the requirements of MIL-STD-810 and is designed to operate over the temperature range of -54° C to +71°C.