Amplifier Research 10S4G18 Microwave Amplifier, 4 - 18 GHz, 10W

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The Amplifier Research 10S4G18 is a state-of-the-art, portable, self-contained, air-cooled broadband amplifier that excels in applications demanding instantaneous bandwidth, high gain, and exceptional linearity. This advanced solid-state amplifier is tailored for RF susceptibility testing, antenna/component testing, and various communication technology assessments.

Key Features and Specifications:

• Performance:
• Delivers a minimum of 10 watts of RF power from 5 to 18 GHz and 7 watts from 4 to 5 GHz when paired with a sweep generator.
• Digital Control Panel (DCP):
• Local and remote control capabilities.
• Graphic Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) for:
• Gain setting adjustments.
• Status reporting of internal amplifier conditions.
• User-friendly interface with menu-assigned softkeys and a single rotary knob.
• Dedicated on/off switch for enhanced operational control.
• Robust control and status reporting feature set.
• Advanced Features:
• Gain control flexibility.
• Input overdrive protection to safeguard performance.
• Remote control functions and status indications available via GPIB/IEEE-488, RS-232, fiber optic, USB, and Ethernet.
• Bus interface connection located on the back panel.
• Front panel keylock prevents unauthorized usage during local or remote operations.
• Designed for low spurious signals and exceptional linearity, making it suitable for:
• RF susceptibility testing.
• Antenna/component evaluation.
• Testing of communication technologies including CDMA, W-CDMA, TDMA, GSM, UWB, WiMAX, and more.
• Multi-frequency band testing.
• Expandable power capabilities for future-proof adaptability.
• Specifications:
• Rated Power Output:
• 10 watts minimum (5-18 GHz).
• 7 watts minimum (4-5 GHz).
• Power Output @ 1dB Compression:
• Nominal: 12 watts.
• Minimum: 9 watts (5-18 GHz); 6 watts (4-5 GHz).
• Flatness:
• Typical: ±3.0 dB.
• Maximum: ±4.0 dB.
• Frequency Response: 4 – 18 GHz instantaneously.
• Input for Rated Output: 1.0 milliwatt maximum, 0 dBm.
• Gain: Minimum 40 dB at maximum setting.
• Gain Adjustment: Continuous range of 10 dB minimum.
• Input Impedance: 50 ohms, VSWR 2.5:1 maximum.
• Output Impedance: 50 ohms, nominal.
• Mismatch Tolerance: Operates at 100% rated power without foldback, immune to damage or oscillation from varying source and load impedances.
• Modulation Capability: Accurately reproduces AM, FM, or pulse modulation on the input signal.
• Harmonic Distortion: Maximum of -20 dBc at 10 watts for both 5-18 GHz and 4-5 GHz.
• Third Order Intercept Point: Typical value of 47 dBm.
• Primary Power: Automatically selected from 90-132 or 180-264VAC, 50/60 Hz, single phase.
• Connectors:
• RF Input: Precision N female (rear).
• RF Output: Precision N female (rear).
• Remote Interfaces:
• IEEE-488: 24 pin female.
• RS-232: 9 pin Subminiature D (female).
• RS-232 (fiber-optic): Type ST.
• USB 2.0: Type B.
• Ethernet: RJ-4.
• Safety Interlock: 15 pin Subminiature D.
• Cooling: Forced air through self-contained fans.