KG-144 Tactical Ground Unit

The KG-144, also known as the Lightweight Decryptor Unit (LDU), is a tactical KG-44 decryptor ground unit similar to the MYK-7A.

• Satellite telemetry and mission data decryptor (KG-43/44 algorithm).
• Cryptographically compatible with KG-43, KG-44, KG-44A, KG-44-B, KG-44LSI, and KG-B.
• Half-height computer peripheral configuration.
• EKMS (DS-102) key interface. Maximum data rate of 20 Mbps.
• Compliant with NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92 requirements
• Classified SECRET.
• Endorsed by NSA for Type 1 applications.
• Control and status via front panel or remote control interface (RS-232).
• Stand-alone, embedded, and rack mount installations (MYK-7F4 and MYK-7F6) holding four and six units respectively.
• Key storage of 32 traffic keys (max).
• Cryptographic bypass, Cipher Text invert, and zeroization capabilities.
• Streamlined front panel control and display.
• Radiation tolerant and ruggedized for multiple application installations).

• Data Rate: 50 K to 2 Mbps (TEMPEST)
• Operating Voltage: 12 Vdc (110 Vac 50-70 Hz)
• Power Consumption: 7W (max.)
• Data Interface: RS-232C
• MTBF: 100,000 hours (11.4 yrs.) est.
• TEMPEST: NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92
• EMI/EMC: MIL-STD-461C
• Weight: 3.5 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.65" high x 5.875" wide x 8" deep (half-height computer peripheral).
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 50º C
• Storage Temperature: -40 to 60º C
• Vibration: 3 g's RMS - 3 min./axis.
• Shock: 30 g's - 11 msec-
• Altitude: 12,000 ft. (max.)
• Salt Fog: MIL-STD-810, method 509.3
• Humidity: 5 to 95% non-condensing

The MYK-7F4 and MYK-7F6 racks enable mounting of four or six KG-144 units.

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