Amplifier Research 200T8G18A Microwave Amplifier
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Amplifier Research 200T8G18A provides 200W minimum RF power at 7.5-18 GHz with integrated GPIB interface for EMC and RF susceptibility testing.
Product details
| Model | 200T8G18A |
| Manufacturer | Amplifier Research |
| Category | RF Amplifiers |
| Availability | Made to order |
Description
Overview
The Amplifier Research 200T8G18A is a self-contained, forced-air cooled broadband traveling wave tube (TWT) microwave amplifier designed for applications requiring instantaneous bandwidth and high gain. The 250-watt TWT provides 200 watts minimum at the amplifier output flange with comprehensive monitoring through a digital front panel display and integrated GPIB interface for remote operation.
Key Features
- Output power: 267W nominal, 200W minimum at fundamental frequency
- Frequency response: 7.5-18 GHz instantaneously
- Gain: 53 dB minimum with 35 dB adjustment range
- Input impedance: 50 ohms, VSWR 2.0:1 maximum
- Output impedance: 50 ohms, VSWR 2.5:1 typical
- Digital front panel display with soft-key menu interface
- Built-in IEEE-488 (GPIB) interface for remote control
- VSWR protection with 40W reflected power fold-back
- External video pulsing capability for pulse applications
- Comprehensive monitoring of TWT parameters and system status
- Forced-air cooling with self-contained fans
- Modular design for easy repair and maintenance
Applications
- EMC RF susceptibility testing
- Microwave signal generation and amplification
- Industrial research and development
- University research laboratories
Specifications
| Output Power (Nominal) | 267W |
| Output Power (Minimum) | 200W |
| Frequency Response | 7.5-18 GHz |
| Gain (Minimum) | 53 dB |
| Gain Adjustment Range | 35 dB |
| Input Impedance | 50 ohms |
| Input VSWR | 2.0:1 maximum |
| Output Impedance | 50 ohms |
| Output VSWR | 2.5:1 typical |
| Input for Rated Output | 1.0 mW maximum |
| Primary Power | 190-260 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.0 KVA maximum |
| Cooling | Forced air, self-contained |
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