Amplifier Research 2500A225 RF Amplifier, 10 kHz - 225 MHz, 2500W

Amplifier Research 2500A225 RF Amplifier

The Amplifier Research 2500A225 is a state-of-the-art RF amplifier, ideal for a wide range of applications requiring high gain and instantaneous bandwidth. Designed as a fully self-contained, broadband, solid-state amplifier, this unit exemplifies excellence in performance and reliability.

Key Features

• High Output Power: Delivers 2500W from 10 kHz to 50 MHz and 2500-1900W from 50 MHz to 225 MHz.
• Advanced Cooling System: Air-cooled with internal liquid cooling technology for enhanced reliability.
• Push-Pull LDMOS Circuitry: Ensures low distortion and stability across high power stages.
• Digital Control Panel (DCP): Features a 3¾ inch geometric display for detailed control and status reporting including Forward and Reflected Power levels.
• Extensive Control Options: Offers local and remote control via GPIB/IEEE-488, RS-232, USB, Ethernet, and fiber optics.
• Safety Features: Keylock on the front panel guarantees secure control over local or remote operations.

Specifications

• Rated Output Power: 2500W from 10 kHz–50 MHz; 2500–1900W from 50 MHz–225 MHz (3.43W/MHz derating slope).
• Input for Rated Output: 1.0 mW Max.
• Power Output for 1dB Compression: 1800W from 10 kHz-50 MHz; 1800–1200W from 50 MHz-225 MHz (3.43W/MHz derating slope).
• Frequency Response: 10 kHz–225 MHz instantaneous.
• Gain (at max. setting): Minimum of 64 dB.
• Flatness: ±3.5 dB max.; ±0.8 dB with internal leveling.
• Gain Adjustment: Continuous range with a minimum of 16 dB.
• Input Impedance: 50 ohms, VSWR 2.0:1 max.
• Output Impedance: 50 ohms nominal.
• Mismatch Tolerance: 100% rated power at up to 6.0:1 mismatch.
• Modulation Capability: Suitable for reproducing AM, FM, or Pulse Modulation signals.
• Harmonic Distortion: Maximum of -20 dBc at 1600W.
• RF Power Display: 0–3000W full scale.
• Pulse Mode Gating Characteristics: Signal range from +2.0 to 6.0 VDC; rise and fall times of 0.5 microseconds max.
• Primary Power: 187-264 VAC 3-Phase, maximum 8000W.
• Connectors: Includes RF Input and Output configurations, BNC connections for Forward and Reverse Samples, and multiple remote control options.
• Cooling: Forced air with an internal self-contained liquid system.
• Weight: 159 kg (350 lb).
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 56.1 x 109.2 x 88.9 cm (22.1 x 43.0 x 35.0 in).

Take your RF testing capabilities to the next level with the Amplifier Research 2500A225, a benchmark in high-performance amplifiers.