Atec Amplifier-Research-500T1G2 - Manual

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Model 500T1G2
M1 through M11
500 Watts CW
1GHz-2.5GHz
The Model 500T1G2 is a self contained, forced air-cooled, broadband traveling wave tube (TWT) microwave
amplifier designed for applications where instantaneous bandwidth and high gain are required. A reliable TWT
provides a conservative 500 watts minimum at the amplifier output connector. Stated power specifications are
at fundamental frequency.
The amplifier's front panel digital display shows forward and reflected output plus extensive system status
information accessed through a series of menus via soft keys. Status indicators include power on, warm-up,
standby, operate, faults, excess reflected power warning and remote. Standard features include a built-in IEEE-
488 (GPIB) interface, 0dBm input, VSWR protection, gain control, RF output sample port, auto sleep, plus
monitoring of TWT helix current, cathode voltage, collector voltage, heater current, heater voltage, baseplate
temperature and cabinet temperature. Modular design of the power supply and RF components allow for easy
access and repair. Use of a switching mode power supply results in significant weight reduction.
Housed in a stylish contemporary cabinet, this unit is designed for benchtop use, but can be removed from the
cabinet for rack mounting. The Model 500T1G2 provides readily available RF power for a variety of
applications in Test and Measurement, (including EMC RF susceptibility testing), Industrial and University
Research and Development, and Service applications.
See model configuration for primary power and package alternatives.
100
200
300
400
500
600
W
A
TTS
0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3
FREQUENCY (GHz)
500T1G2 TYPICAL POWER OUTPUT
CW
LINEAR @ 1dB COMPRESSION