Amplifier Research 200T1G3A: High-Performance Microwave Amplifier
Discover the unparalleled capabilities of the Amplifier Research 200T1G3A, a state-of-the-art, self-contained, air-cooled broadband traveling wave tube (TWT) microwave amplifier. Engineered for reliability and efficiency, this device is perfect for diverse applications—from test and measurement to industrial research.
Key Features
- Versatile RF Power: Provides readily available RF power ideal for:
- EMC RF susceptibility testing
- Industrial and university research
- High Power Output: Delivers a reliable 250 watt TWT with a conservative 200 watts minimum at the output connector.
- Advanced Digital Display: Front panel provides real-time monitoring of:
- Forward and reflected output
- Extensive system status, accessed through user-friendly menus via soft keys
- Status indicators: power on, warm-up, standby, operate, faults, excess reflected power warning, and remote operation.
- Comprehensive Standard Features:
- Built-in IEEE-488 (GPIB) interface
- Gain control with continuous adjustment
- External video pulsing to optimize energy usage
- RF output sample port for additional monitoring
- Multi-parameter monitoring, including TWT helix current and collector voltage.
- Input protection against overdrive.
- Modular Design: Facilitates easy access and repair of both power supply and RF components.
- Weight Efficient: The integrated switching mode power supply reduces overall weight.
Specifications
- Linear @ 1 dB compression: 50 watts minimum
- Flatness: ±12 dB maximum, equalized for ±5 dB maximum at rated power.
- Frequency Response: 0.8-2.8 GHz instantaneously.
- At maximum setting: 53 dB minimum
- Continuous adjustment range: 35 dB minimum.
- Input: 50 ohms, VSWR 2.5:1 maximum
- Output: 50 ohms, VSWR 2.5:1 typical
- Modulation Capability: Capable of reproducing AM, FM, or pulse modulation signals.
- Pulse width: 0.05 microseconds minimum
- Pulse rate (PRF): 100 kHz maximum
- RF rise and fall: 30 ns maximum (10% to 90%)
- Pulse width distortion: ±30 ns maximum.
- Pulse on: Typical -77 dBm/Hz, Maximum -72 dBm/Hz
- Pulse off: Typical -140 dBm/Hz.
- Harmonic Distortion: Maximum -3 dBc, Typical -4.5 dBc.
- Primary Power Requirements:
- 190 - 260 VAC, 50/60 Hz, single-phase, up to 2.5 KVA maximum.
- RF Input: Type N female (rear panel)
- RF Output: Type N female (rear panel)
- RF Output Sample Port: Type N female (rear panel)
- Interlock: DB-15 female (rear panel)
- Video: BNC-female (rear panel)
- Cooling System: Self-contained fans with forced air to ensure optimal cooling.
