2 ghz to 50 ghz microwave power amplifier (24 pages)
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Giga-tronics GT-1051B Microwave Power Amplifier GT-1051B 10 MHz to 50 GHz Microwave Power Amplifier Operation Manual Operation Manual, Part Number 35576, Rev. B, January 2014...
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Type of Equipment: Model Series Number Microwave Power Amplifier GT-1051B Model Numbers: Not applicable Declaration of Conformity on file. Contact Giga-tronics at the following; Giga-tronics, Incorporated 4650 Norris Canyon Road San Ramon, California 94583 Telephone: 800.726.4442 (only within the United States) 925.328.4650...
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Giga-tronics GT-1051B Microwave Power Amplifier Record of Changes to This Manual Use the table below to maintain a permanent record of changes to this document. Replacement pages will be issued as a TPCI (Technical Publication Change Instruction). TPCI TPCI Issue...
1.5 Important Operating Instructions ........................2 ..........................3 HAPTER NTRODUCTION 2.1 Overview ................................3 2.1.1 Features and Benefits of the GT-1051B Microwave Power Amplifier ............3 2.2 Controls, Indicators, and Connectors .......................4 2.3 Receiving and Inspection ..........................6 2.4 Prepare the GT-1051B for Use ..........................7 2.4.1 Cooling ...............................7 2.4.2 AC Power Requirements ...........................7...
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Figure 7: GT-1051B Performance Verification Setup ....................15 List of Tables Table 1: GT-1051B Front Panel Controls, Indicators, and Connections ..............5 Table 2: GT-1051B Rear Panel Controls, Indicators, and Connections ...............5 Table 3: Receiving and Inspection of the GT-1051B ....................6 Table 4: Operate the GT-1051B ..........................9...
Giga-tronics GT-1051B Microwave Power Amplifier Safety and Manual Conventions Chapter 1 Safety and Manual Conventions This manual contains conventions regarding safety and equipment usage as described below. 1.1 Personal Safety Alert WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death WARNING or serious injury.
1.5 Important Operating Instructions • The GT-1051B Amplifier does not include an enable/disable feature to activate and deactivate the amplifier. When connecting or disconnecting the output of the amplifier, ensure that the power switch on the rear of the amplifier is in the OFF position.
The Giga-tronics GT-1051B Microwave Power Amplifiers are high-performance solid-state microwave power amplifiers. The Giga-tronics GT-1051B provide excellent pulse fidelity, low intermodulation distortion, high linearity and superior gain flatness without the warm-up time, drift or aging issues of traveling wave tube amplifiers (TWTA).
Introduction Giga-tronics GT-1051B Microwave Power Amplifier 2.2 Controls, Indicators, and Connectors The following pages describe all of the features shown in Figure 1 and Figure 2. Figure 1: GT-1051B Front Panel Figure 2: GT-1051B Rear Panel Operation Manual, Part Number 35019, Rev. B, January 2014...
Giga-tronics GT-1051B Microwave Power Amplifier Introduction The tables below describe the functions of the features shown in Figure 1 and Figure 2 on the previous page. Table 1: GT-1051B Front Panel Controls, Indicators, and Connections GT-1051B Front Panel Controls, Indicators, and Connections Name...
GT-1051B Microwave Power Amplifier • AC line cord If any of the contents are damaged or missing, contact Giga-tronics immediately. Refer to the Contact Information on the inside of the front cover of this manual. End of procedure Operation Manual, Part Number 35019, Rev. B, January 2014...
2.4.1 Cooling The GT-1051B has an internal cooling fan. The air intake is located on the rear panel of the instrument. When using the GT-1051B, ensure there are no obstructions to the flow of air into or out of the instrument.
925.328.4702 925.328.4702 2. If it is has been determined that you must ship the GT-1051B to the factory or a service center for repair, you will be issued a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. Use the RMA number in all correspondence regarding the repair.
NOTE: Verify all mating connectors are 50 Ohm, and that they are in good condition. Energize the output of the microwave signal source. Adjust the output of the microwave signal source until the output from the GT-1051B is at the desired level.
• Performance Verification: this section contains the test procedure that ensures that the GT-1051B meets the specifications. 4.1 Specifications NOTE: Graphs of some of the GT-1051B characteristics are on page 13 and 14. Table 5: Frequency Range Frequency Range Model...
Giga-tronics GT-1051B Microwave Power Amplifier Options Table 7: Gain Flatness Gain Flatness Range Specifications 10 MHz to 2 GHz ± 3.5 dB typical 2 to 40 GHz ± 5 dB maximum, ± 2.5 dB typical 2 to 50 GHz ± 7 dB maximum, ± 3.5 dB typical NOTES: •...
Options Giga-tronics GT-1051B Microwave Power Amplifier Table 10: General Specifications General Specifications Parameter Specification Operating Temperature 0 °C to +50 °C Storage Temperature -20 °C to +75 °C Cooling Forced air Dimensions 2.5 inches H x 6.8 inches D x 7.0 inches W...
Giga-tronics GT-1051B Microwave Power Amplifier Options Figure 3: S21 (typical) Figure 4: Group Delay (typical) Operation Manual, Part Number 35019, Rev. B, July 2013...
Figure 7: GT-1051B Performance Verification Setup Note: Connect test cable between 2550B RF Output and GT-1051B DUT RF Input. Connect the 10 dB attenuator pad directly to the GT-1051B DUT RF Output and the 81305A 50 GHz Power Sensor following the 10 dB attenuator pad.
Options Giga-tronics GT-1051B Microwave Power Amplifier Table 12: GT-1051B Performance Verification Procedure GT-1051B Performance Verification Procedure Step Action Connect equipment as shown in Figure 9. Keep equipment powered off until all connections are made. Always start with signal generator RF Off.
Giga-tronics GT-1051B Microwave Power Amplifier Options Table 13: Performance Verification Measurements Frequency Minimum Power Measured Power Frequency Min. Power Measured Power (GHz) Output (dBm) Output (dBm) (GHz) Output (dBm) Output (dBm) 24 (typ.) 27 (typ.) Serial Number Operation Manual, Part Number 35019, Rev. B, July 2013...
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