The Giga-tronics 80601A is a modulated power sensor designed for precise average power measurements of modulated and CW RF signals. Operating across a frequency range of 10 MHz to 18 GHz, it is optimized for use with Giga-tronics 8540 and 8650 series power meters.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | Dedicated multi-pin sensor cable interface for connection to Giga-tronics power meters |
| Display | None (utilizes compatible host power meter display) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | Powered directly via connection to host Giga-tronics power meter |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +50 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 36 mm (Dia) × 147 mm (L) |
Measurement Ranges & Power Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range Minimum | 10 MHz |
| Frequency Range Maximum | 18 GHz |
| Power Measurement Range Minimum | -67 dBm |
| Power Measurement Range Maximum | +20 dBm |
| Maximum Continuous Input Power | +23 dBm (200 mW) |
| Maximum Peak Input Power | +23 dBm (200 mW) |
Sensor Technology & Architecture
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensor Detection Type | Modulated Diode |
| Measurement Modes Supported | Average power of CW and modulated signals (e.g., TDMA, CDMA, GSM) |
RF Port Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Impedance | 50 Ω |
| RF Connector Type | Type N |
| Connector Sex | Male |
| Maximum SWR (10 MHz to 2 GHz) | 1.12 |
| Maximum SWR (2 GHz to 12.4 GHz) | 1.22 |
| Maximum SWR (12.4 GHz to 18 GHz) | 1.37 |
Meter Compatibility & System Integration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Compatible Power Meter Models | Giga-tronics 8540B, 8540C, 8650A, 8650B series |
| Calibration Factor Storage Type | Internal EEPROM (automatically downloaded to power meter) |
Environmental Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature Range | 0 to +50 °C |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Zero Set | < 50 pW |
| Modulation Bandwidth | 40 kHz |
| CW Power Measurement Range | -67 to +20 dBm |
| Modulated Power Measurement Range | -50 to +20 dBm |
| CW Dynamic Range | 87 dB |
| Modulated Dynamic Range | 70 dB |
Calibration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Calibration Reference Frequency | 50 MHz |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 to +75 °C |
Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensor Cable Connection | Detachable (requires standard Giga-tronics sensor cable) |
Technology
Modulated Diode Power Sensor
Applications
RF and Microwave Power Measurement