Amplifier Research 25S1G6AB Microwave Amplifier
The Model 25S1G6AB is a cutting-edge, solid-state microwave amplifier designed specifically for applications demanding instantaneous bandwidth, high gain, and linearity. Featuring a modern cabinet designed for benchtop installation, this versatile unit can also be easily mounted in an equipment rack, providing flexibility for your testing environment.
Key Features:
- Power Output: Delivers a typical RF power of 25 watts when utilized with a sweep generator.
- Gain Control: Equipped with a front panel gain control that allows users to conveniently adjust the output level.
- Input Protection: An RF input leveling circuit safeguards the amplifier by controlling input levels to the first stage, preventing overdrive.
- Over-Temperature Protection: The amplifier stages are shielded from overheating risks, with a mechanism to cut DC voltage supply if a cooling failure occurs.
- Digital Display: Users can easily monitor operational status and any fault conditions, with the ability to reset once issues are resolved.
- Remote Control: All control functions and status indicators are available for remote operation via GPIB/IEEE-488 format, RS-232, USB, Ethernet, and fiber optic connections.
- Local/Remote Switch: A dedicated switch on the front panel ensures seamless transition between local and remote control modes.
Applications:
The 25S1G6AB microwave amplifier is ideal for testing multiple frequency bands and supports various communication technologies, including CDMA, W-CDMA, TDMA, and GSM. It is also perfect for EMC test applications, facilitating undistorted modulation envelopes.
Technical Specifications:
- Rated Power Output: 25 watts typical
- Power Output @ 3dB Compression:
- Power Output @ 1dB Compression:
- Small Signal Gain Flatness: ±1.0 dB typical, ±2.0 dB maximum
- Frequency Response: 1.0 – 6 GHz instantaneously
- Gain (at maximum setting): 44 dB minimum
- Gain Adjustment: Continuous range of 15 dB typical (4096 steps remote)
- Third Order Intercept: 48 dBm typical
- Noise Figure: 8.5 dB typical
- Harmonic Distortion: Minus 20 dBc typical at 20W
- Spurious: Minus 73 dBc typical
- Phase Linearity: ±1.0 deg/100 MHz, typical
- Primary Power: Automatically selected 90-132, 180-264 VAC, 50-400 Hz, single phase
- Safety Interlock: 15-pin Subminiature D
- Cooling: Forced air with self-contained fans
- Export Classification: EAR99
