Amplifier Research 50S1G6 Microwave Amplifier, 0.7 - 6 GHz, 50W

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The Amplifier Research 50S1G6 is a state-of-the-art, self-contained, air-cooled broadband amplifier, meticulously engineered for applications that demand instantaneous bandwidth, exceptional gain, and outstanding linearity. Its sleek cabinet is designed for benchtop usage, while offering the versatility of being mounted in equipment racks.

Features and Specifications of the Amplifier Research 50S1G6 Amplifier include:

• Features:
• Delivers a minimum of 50 watts of RF power when paired with a sweep generator.
• Convenient front panel gain control for easy output level adjustments.
• RF Input Leveling Circuit:
  • Protects the amplifier from harmful RF input overdrive.
  • Regulates RF input level to the amplifier’s first stage when levels exceed 0 dBm.
• Over-temperature protection for RF amplifier stages, automatically disconnecting DC voltage in cases of cooling blockage or fan failure.
• Digital display on the front panel provides real-time operating status and alerts for over-temperature or power supply faults.
• Remote control functions and status indications available via GPIB/IEEE format, RS-232 hardwire, fiber optic, USB, and Ethernet.
• Bus interface connector conveniently located on the back panel.
• Local/Remote switch on the front panel ensures seamless control over local or remote operation.
• Extremely low levels of spurious signals and remarkable linearity make the Amplifier Research 50S1G6 particularly suitable for:
  • Serving as a driver amplifier in the testing of wireless and communication components and subsystems.
  • Functioning as a versatile test instrument across multiple frequency bands.
  • Supporting various communication technologies, including CDMA, W-CDMA, TDMA, GSM, and more.
• Specifications:
• Rated output power: 50 watts minimum
• Input power for rated output: 1.0 milliwatt maximum
• Power output @ 3 dB compression:
  • Nominal: 65 watts
  • Minimum: 50 watts
• Power output @ 1 dB compression:
  • Nominal: 50 watts
  • Minimum: 40 watts
• Small Signal Gain Flatness:
  • Typical: ±1.5 dB
  • Maximum: ±2.0 dB
• Frequency response: 1.0 – 6 GHz instantaneously
• Gain (maximum setting): 48 dB minimum
• Gain adjustment (continuous range): 10 dB minimum (4096 steps remote)
• Input impedance: 50 ohms, VSWR 2.0:1 maximum
• Output impedance: 50 ohms nominal
• Mismatch tolerance:
  • 100% of rated power without foldback.
  • Operates without damage or oscillation across all magnitudes and phases of source and load impedance.
• Modulation capability: Accurately reproduces AM, FM, or pulse modulation present on the input signal.
• Third-order intercept point: 56 dBm typical
• Noise figure: 10 dB typical
• Harmonic distortion: -20 dBc maximum at 40 watts
• Spurious responses: -73 dBc typical
• Phase linearity: ±1.0 deg/100 MHz typical
• Primary power (selected automatically):
  • 90-132, 180-264 VAC
  • 50/60 Hz, single phase
  • 525 watts maximum
• Connectors:
  • RF: Type N female
  • Remote Interfaces:
    • IEEE-488: 24 pin
    • RS-232: 9 pin Subminiature D
    • RS-232 (fiber-optic): Type ST
    • USB 2.0: Type B
    • Ethernet: RJ-45
• Safety Interlock: 15 pin Subminiature D
• Cooling: Forced air (self-contained fans)