Tektronix PSM4410 USB Power Sensor
The Tektronix PSM4410 is a highly advanced power sensor designed for precise RF and microwave power measurements, featuring a frequency range of 50 MHz to 18 GHz. With capabilities of measuring power levels from -40 dBmt to +20 dBm, this compact yet powerful instrument is an essential tool for engineers and technicians working in the field of high-frequency applications.
Key Features and Specifications
- Available models for 8 GHz, 18 GHz, 20 GHz, and 26.5 GHz configurations
- Connector options: 3.5 mm and N connectors available
- Dynamic range spanning from -60 dBm to +20 dBm
- Unprecedented measurement uncertainty as low as 2.6%
- High reading rates of up to 2000 Readings/second for fast data acquisition
Dependable Measurement Capabilities
- Calibration across the entire temperature range, eliminating the need for zero or calibration checks before measurement, thus saving crucial time and ensuring data integrity.
- Supports Average Power, Duty Cycle Corrected Pulse Power, and comprehensive Measurement Logging across all models.
- Comes equipped with Microsoft Windows-compatible applications including:
- Power Meter Application for user-friendly control and data display
- High-speed Logging Application for real-time data collection
- LabVIEW drivers and programming examples to facilitate automated system integration
- Offers Max Hold and Relative Measurement modes for versatile measurement strategies.
- Equipped with Offset, Frequency Response, and 75 ? Minimum Loss Pad correction to ensure accurate readings.
- Features flexible averaging modes to provide quick, stable measurements tailored to your needs.
- TTL Trigger Input and Output for seamless synchronization with external instruments.
- Pass/Fail Limit Mode for efficient quality control.
- Compact design enhances portability and ease of use in various environments.
Advanced Measurement Series Features
- The PSM3000 Series uniquely delivers True Average Power Measurements, providing reliable results regardless of signal shape or modulation.
- The PSM4000 and PSM5000 Series extend capabilities to include:
- Pulse Power, Duty Cycle, Peak Power, and Crest Factor Measurements
- Peak, Average, and Minimum Power measurements on pulses with customizable offset and duration
- The PSM5000 Series also presents a dedicated Pulse Profiling Application, allowing detailed analysis on repetitive pulsed signals that includes:
- Building and displaying a complete trace of the pulse envelope.
- Full-trace and Gated Measurements such as Pulse, Peak and Average Power, Overshoot, Crest Factor, Rise and Fall Time, Pulse Width, Pulse Repetition Frequency, and Duty Cycle.
- Statistical analyses on trace data, including Complementary Cumulative Distribution Function (CCDF) and Probability Density Function (PDF).
Applications
- General-purpose RF and Microwave Average Power Measurements.
- Characterization of repetitive pulsed signals for Navigation, Weather, and Radar applications.
- Accurate Peak and Average Power Measurements on various modulated signals like GSM, CDMA, WCDMA, HSPA, and WiMAX, supporting frequencies of up to 10 MHz.
- Measurement of modulated pulsed communications signals to ensure consistent performance.
- Level control feedback for signal sources to maintain optimal output.
- Validation and characterization of power amplifiers, switches, and other RF and microwave components to enhance system reliability.
