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RF Coaxial Power Standards Models 1505A and 2505A Instruction and Service Manual PN# 1505A/2505A-900 Publication Date: March, 2016 REV. C 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • www.tegam.com...
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Connector Care and Cleaning ..............5-3 Preparation for Shipment Returning power standard for service............. 7-1 Repacking for shipment ............... 7-1 VII. Storage Temperature and other environmental limitations ........8-1 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • www.tegam.com...
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As Marked on Equipment: CAUTION – Risk of Danger DANGER – Risk of Electric Shock Earth Ground Terminal Frame or Chassis Terminal Earth Ground Terminal Alternating Current 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • www.tegam.com...
Thermistor Resistance at Bias 200 Ohms (set by balancer) Temperature Operating +15° to +30° C (+59° to +86° F) Storage -55° to +75° C (-67° to +167° F) 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • www.tegam.com...
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Height 10.5 cm (4.1 in) 7.2 cm (2.8 in.) Width 21.7 cm (8.5 in) 8.2 cm (3.2 in.) Depth 33.8 cm (13.3 in) 13.8 cm (5.4 in.) 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • www.tegam.com...
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TEGAM Model 1805B can be used to heat the 2505A and 1505A with cable CA-29-48. The 1805B is for heating only and cannot be used for power measurements or biasing of the 2505A or 1505A. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • www.tegam.com...
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Once you have verified that the cause for the Coaxial RF Power Standards malfunction cannot be solved in the field and the need for repair and calibration service arises, contact TEGAM customer service to obtain an RMA, (Returned Material Authorization), number. You can contact TEGAM customer service via the TEGAM website, www.tegam.com...
Include information such as measurement range, instrument settings, type of components being tested, is the problem intermittent? When is the problem most frequent?, Has anything changed with the application since the last time the instrument was used?, etc. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • www.tegam.com...
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TEGAM, Inc. warrants the calibration of this product for a period of 1 year from date of shipment. During this period, TEGAM, Inc. will recalibrate any product, which does not conform to the published accuracy specifications.
2505A use rack mount kit, (Single) P/N 1830-910 – (Dual) P/N 1830-911. The Model 1505A is shipped without any type of rack mounting equipment the new design allows for use as a terminating sensor and its low weight of 544.3 g (1.2 lb) reduces any stress on connectors.
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Section II – Preparation for Use and Installation Do Not Use in Explosive Environments CAUTION: The 1505A and 2505A are not designed for operation in explosive environments. Do Not Operate Without Covers WARNING: This device should be operated with all panels and covers in place. Operation with missing panels or covers could result in personal injury.
Theory of RF Measurements with the 2505A and 1505A Power Measurements RF power is measured in terms of a power change across the precision resistance leg of a TEGAM 1830A, 1806A, 1806 Bridge Circuit. A digital voltmeter measures voltage across the precision resistance leg which can be used to determine the power.
Figure 3.2. The proper temperature is determined by the characteristics of the thermistor beads. Figure 3.2 Simplified of RF Power Standards Internal Heater 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • www.tegam.com...
TEGAM Model 1830A, 1806A, and 1806. The bridge operates on the principal of DC substitution, so only DC voltages and currents are present at these terminals when connected. In addition, the TEGAM Model 1805B can be used to heat the 2505A and 1505A with cable CA- 29-48.
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TEGAM Model 1830A, 1806A, and 1806. The bridge operates on the principal of DC substitution, so only DC voltages and currents are present at these terminals when connected. In addition, the TEGAM Model 1805B can be used to heat the 2505A and 1505A with cable CA- 29-48.
Calibration factor of the Feed-through Mount When connecting a 1505A or 2505A to an 1806 or 1806A; in addition to a 2 hour warm up time, operator should observe stability in the bias voltage. Bias voltage stability refers to less than 50uV change per 30 minutes as a general guideline. The error light does not apply when connecting the 1505A or 2505A to the 1806A.
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Start with the signal flow diagram. In this case, a Generator “g” is represented by an ideal source “s”, and its port reflection, and the sensor is termed the load, “l”. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • www.tegam.com...
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Now rewrite as power, substituting in = | , and = � � 0 0 �1 − Γ Γ � 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • www.tegam.com...
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N-type connector to the more sensitive 3.5 mm and 2.4 mm connectors. By looking at Figure 4.4 we can get a practical visualization of the relationship between calibration factor, gamma and effective efficiency 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • www.tegam.com...
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Section IV – Operating Instructions Figure 4.4 - Relationship between calibration factor, gamma, and effective efficiency 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • www.tegam.com...
Maintenance Calibration of 1505A/2505A The 1505A & 2505A should be calibrated periodically to maintain accuracy when using these standards. The frequency and method of calibration can vary based on the customer’s requirement. TEGAM maintains full capability to calibrate these standards. Contact TEGAM to discuss your specific needs or to set up a return RMA to have your standard calibrated.
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Do not snap the wrench more than once as this also causes over-torque. CONNECTOR RECOMMENDED TORQUE Type N Connector 12.0 in/lbs Figure 6.1 Recommended APC Type N Connector Torque 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • www.tegam.com...
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When satisfied that the interfaces are clean, blow them dry with dry compressed air, or preferably • dry nitrogen (pressurized spray cans work well). Do not use breath. • Clean the mating connectors. These may be the source of the debris. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • www.tegam.com...
CAUTION: 2505A/1505A damage can result from using packaging materials other than those specified. 5. Retain copies of all shipping papers. NOTE: Refer to page 1-6 of the introduction for information on how to obtain a RMA from TEGAM. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • www.tegam.com...
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90 days, place desiccant with items before sealing container. The safe environmental limits for storage are -55° to +75° C (-67° to +167° F) at less than 95% non-condensing relative humidity. 10 TEGAM WAY • GENEVA, OHIO 44041 440-466-6100 • FAX 440-466-6110 • www.tegam.com...
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