Bird 5016D Wideband Power Sensor
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Bird 5016D is a wideband RF power sensor measuring true average and peak power from 350 MHz to 4.0 GHz with 25 mW to 25 W range and USB connectivity.
Product details
| Model | 5016D |
| Manufacturer | Bird |
| Category | RF Power Sensors |
| Availability | Made to order |
Description
Overview
The Bird 5016D is a wideband RF power sensor designed for field measurement without requiring field calibration. It accurately measures true average power, peak power, and duty cycle directly, enabling calculation of important parameters such as VSWR, return loss, reflection coefficient, crest factor, average burst power, and CCDF.
Key Features
- Frequency range: 350 MHz to 4.0 GHz
- Power range: 25 mW to 25 W average, 60 W peak
- No field calibration required
- Factory calibration traceable to NIST (annual requirement)
- Modulation-independent measurements
- Direct measurement of true average power, peak power, and duty cycle
- USB connectivity for use without a separate meter
- Compatible with Bird 5000-XT meter and multiple software platforms
Measurements and Calculations
- True average and peak power with exceptional accuracy
- VSWR, return loss, and reflection coefficient
- Crest factor and average burst power
- CCDF (complementary cumulative distribution function)
Applications
- In-service monitoring and maintenance
- System failure troubleshooting
- Field RF power measurement and verification
- Modulation-independent testing
- Component characterization and validation
Included Accessories
- User Manual
- VPM3 - Virtual Power Meter Software and Manual
- 10 ft. USB Cable
Specifications
| Series | 5000D Series |
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