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The Picotest J2140A Attenuator is an essential tool for precision measurements in electronic testing, specifically designed to enhance the performance of network analyzers. This professional-grade attenuator serves multiple purposes, making it a must-have for technicians and engineers alike.
One of the primary applications of the J2140A is to attenuate the oscillator source signal. While it may seem counterintuitive, utilizing an attenuator enables more accurate small-signal measurements by reducing the signal output amplitude. Often, even the minimum setting on network analyzers is still too high to avoid measurement errors, making the J2140A an indispensable solution for ensuring the smallest amplitude surpasses the noise floor effectively.
Moreover, the J2140A attenuator significantly enhances the dynamic range of your measurements. This is particularly beneficial in scenarios like measuring the open loop gain of operational amplifiers, where low-frequency loop gain can exceed 100dB. By attenuating the output signal appropriately, you can improve the effective range and gain deeper insights from your measurements.
Key Features of the Picotest J2140A Attenuator Include:
- Integrated unit offering 40dB, 20dB, and 10dB attenuation levels
- Cascade capability for achieving greater attenuation as required
- Improves noise floor to assure accurate small signal measurements
For detailed performance specifications, please refer to the datasheet.
