Amplifier Research 50W1000B RF Power Amplifier

Overview

The Amplifier Research 50W1000B is a portable, solid-state broadband RF power amplifier designed for high-gain, wide-bandwidth RF applications. Utilizing push-pull circuitry in the high power stages, it delivers a minimum of 50 watts of swept power across 1 to 1000MHz with low distortion and exceptional stability. The unit features both local and remote digital control via an 8-bit RISC microprocessor with GPIB and RS-232 interfaces.

Key Features

• 50W minimum CW power output, 70W nominal at 3dB compression
• 1 to 1000MHz instantaneous frequency response
• 47 dB minimum gain with 20 dB minimum gain adjustment range
• ±1.0 dB typical gain flatness, ±1.5 dB maximum
• Push-pull high power stage design for low distortion and improved stability
• Front panel gain control with RF input leveling circuit protection
• Over-temperature protection with automatic RF amplifier shutdown
• Digital control: 8-bit RISC microprocessor with GPIB and RS-232 interfaces
• Multiple connector configurations available (front panel, rear panel, and rack mount variants)

Applications

• RF sweep testing and broadband measurement systems
• Production and maintenance test equipment
• Laboratory and bench RF testing
• High-linearity signal amplification