Rohde & Schwarz NRP33TN Thermal Power Sensor

Overview

The Rohde & Schwarz NRP33TN is a thermal power sensor that combines USB and LAN connectivity for versatile operation in reference applications and calibration work. It covers the frequency range from DC to 33 GHz with a measurement range of 300 nW to 100 mW. The addition of LAN capability enables remote control over large distances, making it ideal for automated test systems and distributed measurement setups.

Key Features

• Thermal measurement technology for superior linearity: 0.007 dB (0.16%) up to 67 GHz
• Frequency range: DC to 33 GHz
• Power range: 300 nW to 100 mW
• Level range: –35 dBm to 20 dBm
• USB and LAN connectivity for flexible remote operation
• Measurement speed: >500 measurements/s in buffered mode, triggered measurements available
• Excellent impedance matching to minimize reflections and measurement uncertainty
• Sophisticated coaxial connector with ball bearing for reproducible connections
• Internal calibration test function for verification of sensor accuracy
• 3.5 mm male connector

Applications

• Reference power measurements in remote calibration laboratories
• Automated test systems requiring networked power measurement
• Complex RF and microwave measurement tasks with high accuracy requirements
• Power sensor characterization and validation