Tektronix PSM4110 USB Power Sensor, 10 MHz - 8 GHz, -50 dBm to +20 dBm, 3.5mm

Tektronix PSM4110 USB Power Sensor

Experience unparalleled accuracy and efficiency in RF and microwave power measurements with the Tektronix PSM4110 USB Power Sensor. This high-performance device operates across a frequency range of 10 MHz - 8 GHz and showcases a remarkable dynamic range of -50 dBm to +20 dBm, making it an essential tool for professionals in the field.

Key Features and Specifications

• Available models covering frequency ranges: 8 GHz, 18 GHz, 20 GHz, and 26.5 GHz
• Connector options include N and 3.5 mm
• Dynamic range: -60 dBm to +20 dBm
• Measurement uncertainty as low as 2.6%
• Impressive reading rates of up to 2000 Readings/s

Advanced Measurement Features

• Calibration across the full temperature range, eliminating the need for zero or calibration before measurements
• Supports Average Power, Duty Cycle Corrected Pulse Power, and robust Measurement Logging
• Integrated applications compatible with Microsoft Windows, including:
  • Power Meter Application
  • High-speed Logging Application
  • LabVIEW Drivers for automation and system support
• Max Hold and Relative Measurement modes for accurate data capture
• Offset, Frequency Response, and 75 Ω Minimum Loss Pad Correction capabilities
• Flexible averaging modes ensure quick, stable readings
• TTL Trigger Input and Output for seamless synchronization with external instruments
• Pass/Fail Limit Mode for efficient quality control
• Compact and portable design for easy integration into any workspace
• The PSM3000 Series enables True Average Power Measurements for precise results across various signal types
• Additional capabilities in the PSM4000 and PSM5000 Series, including:
  • Pulse Power, Duty Cycle, Peak Power, and Crest Factor Measurements
  • Ability to measure Peak, Average, and Minimum Power on bursts, with customizable offset and duration
• Pulse Profiling Application in the PSM5000 Series for analyzing repetitive, pulsed signals, offering features such as:
  • Trace building and display of pulse envelope
  • Full-trace and gated measurements, including detailed statistical analyses

Applications

• General-purpose RF and Microwave Average Power Measurements
• Characterization of repetitive pulsed signals in Navigation, Weather, and radar applications
• Peak and Average Power Measurements for Modulated Signals, such as GSM, CDMA, WCDMA, and WiMAX up to 10 MHz
• Level control feedback for signal sources ensuring optimal performance
• Validation and characterization of RF and Microwave components, including Power Amplifiers and Switches