IFI ST181-20 Microwave Amplifier
Introducing the IFI ST181-20 Microwave Amplifier, a cutting-edge solution that delivers a minimum of 20 Watts of Continuous Wave (CW) power across a broad frequency range of 1 to 18 GHz. Designed with a compact footprint (14”H x 19”W x 27”D), this amplifier is engineered for versatility, making it ideal for pre-compliant radiated RF susceptibility EMC testing as well as extensive lab and test applications. Its unique combination of Solid State and TWT technology allows for fully compliant RF immunity testing, depending on the specific requirements.
Key Features
- Digital Display Monitoring: Insightful real-time monitoring of key parameters including Collector Current, Collector Voltage, Helix Current, Helix Voltage, Forward RF Power, Reflected RF Power, Filament Hours, and Beam Hours.
- Status Indicators: Easily identifiable indicators for Power On, Standby, and RF On/Operate statuses.
- Comprehensive Fault Detection: Alerts for Helix Overcurrent, VSWR Overload, Thermal Overloads, Air Flow issues, and Collector Overcurrent to ensure operational safety.
- User-Friendly Controls: Streamlined management with controls for Power On/Off, Standby, RF On/Operate, Fault Reset, and a choice of Local/Remote operation.
- Maintains Safety Standards: Constructed to comply with IEC-348 and Underwriters Laboratory of American Standards for enhanced reliability.
- Broadband Coverage: Efficiently covers a wide frequency spectrum, making it suited for a variety of applications.
- Applications Include: MIL-STD-461/462, RTCA/D0-160, SAE Specifications, Radiated Susceptibility, Bellcore testing, and Broadband Communications.
Specifications
- Frequency Range: 1 to 18 GHz
- Minimum Power Output: 20 Watts
- Minimum Saturated Gain: 43 dB
- Maximum Noise Figure (NF): 35 dB
- Spurious Outputs:
- Input Impedance: 50 Ohms, VSWR 2.0:1
- Output Impedance: 40 Ohms, VSWR 2.0:1, 2.5:1 maximum
- Input Connector: Type N (f)
- Input Power: 230VAC, Single Phase, 50/60 Hz
- Dimensions: 7”H x 19”W x 24”D
