Amplifier Research 15S4G8A
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The Amplifier Research 15S4G8A is a robust and versatile self-contained, air-cooled broadband amplifier, perfect for applications that demand instantaneous bandwidth and exceptional gain. With a stylishly designed cabinet, this amplifier is appropriate for benchtop use yet easily adaptable for equipment rack mounting.
Key Features:
- RF Power Output: Provides a minimum of 15 watts of RF power when utilized with a sweep generator.
- Front Panel Gain Control: Enables intuitive adjustment of the desired output level.
- RF Input Leveling Circuit:
- Safeguards the amplifier from RF input overdrive.
- Regulates RF input levels to the first stage of the RF amplifier when levels exceed 0 dBm.
- Over-Temperature Protection: RF amplifier stages are shielded from overheating through automatic DC voltage disconnection.
- Digital Display: The front panel features a digital display that communicates operational status and fault conditions, such as over-temperature and power supply issues.
- Digital Control Options: Supports both local and remote control capabilities.
- Advanced Control System: Powered by a 16-bit RISC microcontroller to handle primary amplifier functions and interpret external commands from an 8-bit remote interface board.
- Expandability: Equipped with expandable power technology for future upgrades.
Technical Specifications:
- Rated Output Power: 15 watts minimum
- Power Output @ 3dB Compression:
- Power Output @ 1dB Compression:
- Flatness:
- Frequency Response: 4.0 – 8.0 GHz instantaneously
- Input for Rated Output: 1.0 milliwatt maximum, 0 dBm
- Gain (Maximum Setting): 42 dB minimum
- Gain Adjustment: Continuous range with 10 dB minimum
- Input Impedance: 50 ohms, VSWR 2.5:1 maximum
- Output Impedance: 50 ohms nominal
- Mismatch Tolerance: Operates at 100% of rated power without foldback, without damage or oscillation under varying source and load impedances.
- Modulation Capability: Accurately reproduces AM, FM, or pulse modulation present on the input signal.
- Harmonic Distortion: Maximum of -20 dBc at 15 watts
- Third Order Intercept Point: 51 dBm typical
- Noise Figure: 10 dB typical
- Primary Power:
- Automatically selected: 90-132, 180-264 VAC
- Frequency: 50/60 Hz, single phase
- Connectors:
- RF Inputs:
- Type N female on front panel
- RF Outputs:
- Type N female on front panel
- Remote Interfaces:
- RS-232: 9 pin subminiature D (female)
- RS-232 (Fiber-optic): Type ST
- Safety Interlock: 15 pin subminiature D
- Cooling: Forced air with self-contained fans
