Amplifier Research 100S1G6 Microwave Amplifier, 0.7 - 6 GHz, 100W

Amplifier Research 100S1G6 – High-Performance RF Amplifier

The Amplifier Research 100S1G6 is a cutting-edge, self-contained, air-cooled broadband amplifier that excels in applications requiring instantaneous bandwidth, high gain, and linearity. Designed for benchtop usability, this amplifier is elegantly housed in a compact cabinet and can be easily removed for equipment rack mounting.

Key Features:

• Delivers a minimum of 100 watts of RF power when paired with a sweep generator.
• Convenient front panel gain control allows for easy adjustment of output levels.
• Equipped with an RF input leveling circuit to:
• Protect the amplifier from RF input overdrive.
• Regulate the RF input level to the amplifier's initial stage when levels exceed 0 dBm.
• Over-temperature protection safeguards RF amplifier stages, disconnecting DC voltage in case of cooling blockage or fan failures.
• Digital display on the front panel provides real-time operating status and alerts for fault conditions due to over-temperature or power supply issues.
• Remote control functions and status indications available via GPIB/IEEE, RS-232, fiber optic, USB, and Ethernet interfaces.
• Local/Remote switch ensures seamless control between local and remote operations.
• Designed for minimal spurious signals, making it ideal for:
• Driver amplification in testing wireless and communication components and subsystems.
• Comprehensive testing covering multiple frequency bands.
• Communication technologies such as CDMA, W-CDMA, TDMA, and GSM.

Specifications:

• Rated Output Power: 100 watts minimum.
• Input for Rated Output: 1.0 milliwatt maximum.
• Power Output @ 3 dB Compression:
  • Nominal: 120 watts
  • Minimum: 100 watts
• Power Output @ 1 dB Compression:
  • Nominal: 100 watts
  • Minimum: 80 watts
• Small Signal Gain Flatness:
  • Typical: ±1.5 dB
  • Maximum: ±2.5 dB
• Frequency Response: 0.7 – 6 GHz instantaneously.
• Gain (Maximum Setting): 52 dB minimum.
• Gain Adjustment (Continuous Range): 10 dB minimum (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; operable without damage or oscillation across varying source and load impedances.
• Modulation Capability: Accurately reproduces AM, FM, or pulse modulation present in the input signal.
• Third Order Intercept Point: 58 dBm typical.
• Noise Figure: 10 dB typical.
• Harmonic Distortion: -20 dBc maximum at 80 watts.
• Spurious: -73 dBc typical.
• Phase Linearity: ±1.0 deg / 100 MHz typical.
• Primary Power (Selected Automatically):
  • 90-132 VAC, 180-264 VAC
  • 50/60 Hz, single phase
  • 1100 watts maximum
• 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).