Amplifier Research 1000T1G2Z5
Microwave Amplifier, 1 - 2.5 GHz, 1000W

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The Amplifier Research (AR) 1000T1G2z5 is a self contained, forced air cooled, broadband traveling wave tube (TWT) microwave amplifier designed for applications where instantaneous bandwidth, high gain and high power output are required. A reliable TWT provides a conservative 1000 watts minimum at the amplifier output connector over most of the frequency range. Stated power specifications are at the fundamental frequency.

The AR 1000T1G2z5 Amplifier's front panel digital display shows forward and reflected output plus extensive system status information accessed through a series of menus via soft keys. Status indicators include power on, warm-up, standby, operate, faults, excess reflected power warning and remote. Standard features include a built-in IEEE-488 (GPIB) interface, 0dBm input, VSWR protection, gain control, RF output sample ports, plus monitoring of TWT helix current, cathode voltage, collector voltage, heater current, heater voltage, base plate temperature and cabinet temperature.

The modular design of the AR 1000T1G2z5 Amplifier's power supply and RF components allow for easy access and repair. Use of a switching mode power supply results in significant weight reduction.

The AR 1000T1G2z5 Amplifier provides readily available RF power for a variety of applications in Test and Measurement, (including EMC RF susceptibility testing), Industrial and University Research and Development, and Service applications.

Features and Specifications of the AR 1000T1G2z5 Amplifier include:

• Power (fundamental), CW, @ Output Connector:
  • Nominal: 1100 watts
  • Minimum: 1000 watts
• Flatness:  ±15 dB maximum, ±8 dB maximum at rated power
  • With SP1 Option: ±8 dB maximum, ±2 dB maximum at rated power
• Frequency Response: 1–2.5 GHz instantaneously
• Input for Rated Output: 1.0 milliwatt maximum
• Gain (at maximum setting): 60 dB minimum
• Gain Adjustment (continuous range): 35 dB minimum
• Input Impedance: 50 ohms, VSWR 2.0:1 maximum
• Output Impedance: 50 ohms, VSWR 2.5:1 typical
• Mismatch Tolerance: Output power foldback protection at reflected power exceeding 200 watts. Will operate without damage or oscillation with any magnitude and phase of source and load impedance. May oscillate with unshielded open due to coupling to input. Should not be tested with connector off.
• Modulation Capability: Will faithfully reproduce AM, FM, or pulse modulation appearing on the input signal. AM peak envelope power limited to specified power.
• Noise Power Density: Minus 70 dBm/Hz (maximum); Minus 80 dBm/Hz (typical)
• Harmonic Distortion: Minus 0 dBc maximum, minus 3 dBc typical
  • With SP1 Option: Minus 20 dBc maximum, minus 26 dBc typical
• Connectors:
  • RF input: Type N female on rear panel
  • RF output: 7–16 DIN female on rear panel
  • RF output with SP1 Option: Type 7/8 EIA
  • RF output sample ports (forward and reflected): Type N female on rear panel
  • GPIB: IEEE-488 female on rear panel
  • Interlock: DB-15 female on rear panel
• Cooling: Forced air (self-contained fans), air entry and exit in rear.