Amplifier Research 500T2Z5G7Z5 - High-Performance Microwave Amplifier
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The Amplifier Research (AR) 500T2z5G7z5 is your premier solution for high-gain, broadband microwave amplification. Engineered with a self-contained, forced air-cooled system, this robust unit is specifically designed for applications demanding instantaneous bandwidth across varying conditions. At the heart of this amplifier is a reliable traveling wave tube (TWT) that delivers a conservative minimum output power of 500 watts, ensuring uncompromised performance at fundamental frequencies.
Key Features and Performance Specifications
- Power Output (fundamental), CW, @ Output Connector:
- Linear @ 1 dB Compression: 125 watts minimum
- Flatness: ±8 dB maximum, equalized for ±5 dB maximum at rated power
- Frequency Response: 2.5-7.5 GHz instantaneous bandwidth
- Input for Rated Output: 1.0 milliwatt maximum
- Gain (at maximum setting): 57 dB minimum
- Gain Adjustment: Continuous range of 35 dB minimum
- Input Impedance: 50 ohms, VSWR 2.0:1 maximum
- Output Impedance: 50 ohms, VSWR 2.5:1 typical
- Mismatch Tolerance: Features power foldback protection at reflected power exceeding 100 watts. Designed to operate without damage, accommodating any source and load impedance conditions.
- Modulation Capability: Capable of accurately reproducing AM, FM, or pulse modulation present in the input signal, with AM peak envelope power limited to specified power levels.
- Noise Power Density: Maximum -85 dBm/Hz; typical -95 dBm/Hz
- Harmonic Distortion: Maximum -3 dBc, typical -3.5 dBc
- Primary Power Requirements: 208 VAC ± 10%, three-phase, 50/60 Hz, up to 3.5 KVA maximum
- Connectors:
- RF Input: Type N female on rear panel
- RF Output: 7-16 DIN female on rear panel
- RF Output Sample Port: Type N female on rear panel
- GPIB: IEEE-488 (f) on rear panel
- Interlock: DB-15 (f) on rear panel
- Cooling System: Forced air cooling with self-contained fans; air entry and exit located in the rear for optimal airflow management.
Designed to meet the most demanding requirements in Testing and Measurement, Industrial Research and Development, and Service applications, the AR 500T2z5G7z5 Amplifier offers a perfect blend of reliability, user-friendly features, and performance excellence.
