The ENI 525LA is a solid-state Class A RF power amplifier designed for laboratory and test applications. It delivers 25 Watts of linear RF power over a broad frequency range from 1 to 500 MHz, operating reliably into any load impedance mismatch.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | None (analog RF power meter only) |
| Display | Front panel analog meter |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 115 / 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +40 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 221 mm × 145 mm × 391 mm |
| Weight | 12.7 kg (28 lbs) |
RF Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 1 to 500 MHz |
| Nominal Power Output | 25 Watts |
| Nominal Gain | 50 dB |
| Gain Flatness | ±1.5 dB |
| Noise Figure | 12 dB (maximum) |
| Amplifier Class | Class A |
| Third-Order Intercept Point (IP3) | +54 dBm (typical) |
| Harmonic Distortion | < -20 dBc at 22 Watts output |
| Saturated Power Output | 40 Watts (typical) |
| Spurious Output | < -60 dBc (more than 60 dB below fundamental) |
Port Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Maximum RF Input Power | 20 mW |
| RF Input Connector | BNC Female |
| RF Output Connector | BNC Female |
| RF Input Connector Location | Front Panel |
| RF Output Connector Location | Front Panel |
Physical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Cooling Mechanism | Forced Air |
| Form Factor | Module / Benchtop |
Protection & Ruggedness
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Reflected Power Tolerance | Infinite VSWR (operates into any load without damage) |
Protection
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Mismatch Protection | Continuous operation into any load VSWR from open to short circuit without damage |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Input VSWR | < 1.5:1 |
| Output VSWR | < 2.0:1 |
| Amplifier Technology | Solid State |
| Duty Cycle | Continuous |
Signal Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Coupling | AC Coupled |
Technology
Solid State
Applications
RF Power Amplification / Test & Measurement