In the telecommunications field, 48 volts DC is a standard voltage used to power up most telecom equipment
Ended Project Grant Awarded Last action
- Award ID
- D23AP00134
- Recipient
-
American Samoa Telecommunications Authority UEI HE2HQM1K15R5
- Awarding agency
-
Insular Affairs
Department of the Interior
- Obligated
- $38,700
Award facts
- Assistance listing
- 15.875 Economic, Social, and Political Development of the Territories
- Completion date
- Place of performance
- United States
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Description
For its LTE 4G cellular wireless network, astca has 32 remote LTE sites for most of the remote sites, there are 4 each, northstar 12 volt DC batteries connected in series to provide the required backup 48 volt DC to supply power for the LTE radios and antennas located on the site monopole. During a utility power outage, the batteries would provide backup power varying from 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the site load. Any prolonged power outages will leave residents without wireless service for the duration of the power outage.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Amendment | $0 | |
| Amendment | -$1,190 | |
| Amendment | $0 | |
| Original award | $39,890 |
Quick answers
Who received award D23AP00134?
D23AP00134 was awarded to American Samoa Telecommunications Authority by Insular Affairs (Department of the Interior) on June 1, 2023.
How much is award D23AP00134 worth?
$38,700 has been obligated on D23AP00134.
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