Amplifier Research 1000S1G2Z5 Microwave Amplifier, 1 - 2.5 GHz, 1000W

Amplifier Research 1000S1G2Z5

The Amplifier Research 1000S1G2Z5 is an advanced, self-contained, air-cooled broadband amplifier tailored for high-performance applications that demand instantaneous bandwidth, enhanced gain, and exceptional linearity. Crafted with versatility in mind, this model is ideally suited for benchtop use but can also be easily removed for equipment rack mounting, combining style with functionality.

Key Features:

• Delivers a minimum of 500 watts of RF power when operated with a sweep generator.
• Convenient front panel gain control allows for quick adjustments to achieve the desired output level.
• Advanced RF input leveling circuit safeguards the amplifier against RF input overdrive and manages RF input levels to the first stage of the RF amplifier.
• Robust protection mechanisms for RF amplifier stages against over-temperature due to cooling blockage or fan malfunction.
• Digital display on the front panel clearly indicates operational status and alerts for fault conditions, such as over-temperature or power supply issues.
• Remote control functions and status indications available via GPIB/IEEE-488 format, RS-232 wired connections, fiber optic, USB, and Ethernet interfaces.
• Local/Remote switch ensures reliable control for both local and remote operations.
• Extremely low levels of spurious signals and impressive linearity, making it an excellent choice for:
• Driver amplification in wireless and communication component testing.
• Multi-band test instrumentation.
• General communication technologies including CDMA, W-CDMA, TDMA, GSM, and more.
• EMC test applications where undistorted modulation envelopes are critical.

Specifications:

• Rated Output Power: Minimum 500 watts
• Input for Rated Output: Maximum 1.0 milliwatt
• Power Output @ 3dB Compression:
  • Nominal: 550 watts
  • Minimum: 450 watts
• Power Output @ 1dB Compression:
  • Nominal: 400 watts
  • Minimum: 350 watts
• Flatness:
  • Typical: ±1.5 dB
  • Maximum: ±2.0 dB
• Frequency Response: 1.0 – 2.5 GHz instantaneous
• Gain (at Maximum Setting): Minimum 57 dB
• Gain Adjustment: Continuous range of at least 20 dB (4096 steps remote)
• Input Impedance: 50 ohms, VSWR 2.0:1 maximum
• Output Impedance: 50 ohms nominal
• Mismatch Tolerance:
  • 100% of rated power without foldback
  • Operates without damage or oscillation regardless of source and load impedance.
• Modulation Capability: Effectively reproduces AM, FM, or pulse modulation on the input signal.
• Third Order Intercept Point: Typical 66 dBm
• Noise Figure: Typical 10 dB
• Harmonic Distortion: Maximum -20 dBc at 350 watts
• Spurious Emissions: Typical -73 dBc
• Phase Linearity: Typical ±1.0 deg / 100 MHz
• Primary Power: Automatically selected, 90-264 VAC, 50/60 Hz, single phase, maximum 2100 watts
• Connectors:
  • RF: Type N female
  • Remote Interfaces:
    • IEEE-488: 24 pin
    • RS-232: 9 pin Subminiature D
    • RS-232 (fiber-optic): Type ST
    • USB 2.0: Type B
    • Ethernet: RJ-45
• Safety Interlock: 15 pin Subminiature D
• Cooling: Forced air, self-contained fans