Gigatronics 8541 Universal Power Meter
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Gigatronics 8541 Universal Power Meter covers 100 kHz to 40 GHz with modular sensors, ±0.02 dB linearity, and up to 500 readings/second over GPIB for RF power measurement.
Product details
| Model | 8541 |
| Manufacturer | Gigatronics |
| Category | RF Power Meters |
| Availability | Made to order |
Description
Overview
The Gigatronics 8541 Universal Power Meter is a versatile RF and microwave power measurement instrument capable of measuring power across an extensive frequency range. With support for multiple sensor types and advanced measurement modes, the 8541 is designed for comprehensive power analysis in RF and microwave applications.
Key Features
- Frequency range from 100 kHz to 40 GHz depending on sensor selection
- Power range from -70 to +47 dBm depending on sensor used
- Extensive line of CW, Peak, Modulation, and True RMS sensors available
- Single sensor dynamic range: CW (90 dB), Modulation (87 dB CW, 60–80 dB modulation), Peak (50 dB CW, 47 dB peak)
- High linearity of ±0.02 dB
- Automatic measurement of average power for TDMA, GSM, and CDMA signals
- Optional time gating to program measurement start time and duration
- High-speed data acquisition: 500 readings per second over GPIB or up to 4000 readings per second in Fast Buffered Mode
- Peak power measurement capability for pulse-modulated signals
Applications
- RF and microwave power measurement and characterization
- Signal monitoring for wireless communications systems
- Power amplifier testing and validation
- Transmitter performance evaluation
- Research and development in RF engineering
Specifications
| Frequency Range | 100 kHz to 40 GHz (sensor dependent) |
| Power Range | -70 to +47 dBm (sensor dependent) |
| Linearity | ±0.02 dB |
| CW Power Sensor Dynamic Range | 90 dB |
| Modulation Power Sensor Dynamic Range | 87 dB CW, 60–80 dB modulation |
| Peak Power Sensor Dynamic Range | 50 dB CW, 47 dB peak |
| Data Acquisition Rate | 500 readings/second over GPIB; up to 4000 readings/second in Fast Buffered Mode |
| Sensor Options | CW, Peak, Modulation, True RMS |
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