Tektronix Power Sensor
Tektronix PSM3120 USB Power Sensor
The Tektronix PSM3120 is a compact power sensor designed for precision in RF and microwave power measurements. Operating within a frequency range of 10 MHz to 8 GHz, the PSM3120 boasts a dynamic range from -55 dBmt to +20 dBm, making it an essential tool for professionals in the field.
Key Features and Specifications
- Frequency Range: 10 MHz - 8 GHz
- Dynamic Range: -60 dBm to +20 dBm
- Measurement Uncertainty: As low as 2.6%
- High-Speed Reading Rates: Up to 2000 Readings/s
- Model Configurations: Available with N and 3.5 mm connectors
Advanced Features
- Calibration across Full Temperature Range: Start measuring instantly without the hassle of recalibration, ensuring high-quality data collection.
- Versatile Measurement Capabilities: Capable of logging average power, duty cycle corrected pulse power, and more.
- Included Software Applications: Runs on Microsoft Windows, featuring:
- High-speed Logging Application
- LabVIEW Drivers and Programming Examples for seamless integration with various programming environments.
- Max Hold and Relative Measurement Modes: Adaptable for additional precision.
- TTL Trigger Input and Output: For synchronization with external devices.
- Pass/Fail Limit Mode: Ensures measurements meet specific criteria for quality assurance.
- Compact and Portable: Ideal for field and lab applications alike.
Series Overview
The PSM3000 Series delivers True Average Power Measurements, ensuring reliable results irrespective of modulation methods or signal shape. The PSM4000 and PSM5000 Series models enhance measurement versatility with the addition of:
- Pulse Power, Duty Cycle, Peak Power, and Crest Factor Measurements.
- Features for analyzing bursts, including adjustable offset and duration measurements.
The PSM5000 Series further includes a Pulse Profiling Application, which provides:
- Detailed tracing of pulse envelopes.
- Complex measurements such as overshoot, rise/fall times, and statistical metrics like CCDF and PDF.
Applications
- General-purpose RF and microwave average power measurements.
- Characterization of repetitive pulsed signals used in navigation, weather, and radar applications.
- Measurements on modulated signals, including GSM, CDMA, WCDMA, and others up to 10 MHz.
- Peak and average power analysis on modulated pulsed communication signals.
- Level control feedback for signal sources.
- Validation and characterization of RF and microwave components including amplifiers and switches.
