The Giga-tronics 80701A is a modulated power sensor designed for measuring the average power of complex modulated signals. Operating over a frequency range of 50 MHz to 18 GHz, it supports a wide dynamic range from -67 dBm to +20 dBm and features internal EEPROM calibration factor storage for high-accuracy RF and microwave power measurements when paired with compatible Giga-tronics power meters.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | Proprietary multi-pin sensor cable interface |
| Display | None (measurement results displayed on compatible host power meter) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | Powered via sensor cable from compatible host power meter |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +50 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 38 mm × 38 mm × 135 mm |
Measurement Ranges & Power Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range Minimum | 50 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 | +30 dBm (1 W) for < 10 µs |
Sensor Technology & Architecture
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensor Detection Type | Diode |
| Sensor Type | Modulated Power Sensor |
| Dynamic Range | 87 dB |
RF Port Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Impedance | 50 Ω |
| RF Connector Type | Type N |
| Connector Sex | Male |
| Maximum SWR (50 MHz to 2 GHz) | 1.12 |
| Maximum SWR (2 GHz to 12.4 GHz) | 1.22 |
| Maximum SWR (12.4 GHz to 18 GHz) | 1.29 |
Meter Compatibility & System Integration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Compatible Power Meter Models | Giga-tronics 8541C, 8542C, 8651A, 8652A |
| Calibration Factor Storage Type | Internal EEPROM |
| Calibration Reference Frequency | 50 MHz |
| Calibration Reference Power Level | 1 mW (0 dBm) |
Environmental Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 to +70 °C |
Power Measurement
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| CW Power Range | -67 dBm to +20 dBm |
| Modulated Power Range | -60 dBm to +20 dBm |
| Power Linearity (-67 to -20 dBm) | Negligible |
| Power Linearity (-20 to +20 dBm) | ±3% |
Technology
Modulated Diode Sensor
Applications
RF and Microwave Average Power Measurement of Modulated Signals