Amplifier Research 250W1000C

Rent AR 250 W 80 MHz - 1 GHz Amplifier
  • 80 MHz - 1 GHz 250 Watts Psat (min)
  • 200 Watts Power P1dB (min)
  • Class A Broadband Amplifier
  • Front Panel Gain Control via LCD Display

Included Accessories

  • AR 250W1000C Amplifier#
  • Power Cord
  • Printed Manual 
  • USB Drive with Data 
  • Shipping Case
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Description

The Model 250W1000C is a solid-state, self-contained, air-cooled, broadband amplifier designed for applications where instantaneous bandwidth, high gain and linearity are required. Available in a stylish, contemporary cabinet for benchtop use or with cabinet removed for rack mounting.

The Model 250W1000C, when used with a sweep generator, will provide a minimum of 250 W of RF power. Included is a front panel gain control which permits the operator to conveniently set the desired output level. The 250W1000C is protected from RF input overdrive by an RF input leveling circuit which controls the RF input level to the RF amplifier first stage when the RF input level is increased above 0dBm. The RF amplifier stages are protected from over-temperature by removing the DC voltage to them if an over-temperature condition occurs due to cooling blockage or fan failure. The Model 250W1000C is equipped with a Digital Control Panel (DCP) which provides both local and remote control of the amplifier. The DCP uses a color LCD touch screen display to indicate the operate status and fault conditions if an over-temperature or power supply fault has occurred. The unit can be returned to operate when the condition has been cleared.

All amplifier control functions and status indications are available remotely through the included Remotes Package. The Remotes Package includes GPIB/IEEE-488 format, RS-232 hardwire and fiber optic, USB, and Ethernet. The bus interface connector is located on the back panel and positive control of local or remote operation is assured by a Local/Remote switch on the front panel of the amplifier. Also included with the Remotes Package is a safety interlock circuit for use with external safety switch interlocks. This circuit prevents the amplifier from going into operate mode unless the external connection is made. A jumper plug is provided for cases where this functionality is not needed.

The export classification for this equipment is EAR99.

All amplifier control functions and status indications are available remotely through the included Remotes Package. The Remotes Package includes GPIB/IEEE-488 format, RS-232 hardwire and fiber optic, USB, and Ethernet. The bus interface connector is located on the back panel and positive control of local or remote operation is assured by a Local/Remote switch on the front panel of the amplifier. Also included with the Remotes Package is a safety interlock circuit for use with external safety switch interlocks. This circuit prevents the amplifier from going into operate mode unless the external connection is made. A jumper plug is provided for cases where this functionality is not needed.

Specifications
RATED OUTPUT POWER:
300 watts typical, 250 watts minimum
INPUT FOR RATED OUTPUT:
1.0 mW Max
POWER OUTPUT @ 3dB COMPRESSION:
Typical: 300 watts, Minimum: 275 watts up to 500 MHz; 250 watts 500-1000MHz
POWER OUTPUT @ 1dB COMPRESSION:
Typical: 250 watts, Minimum: 225 watts up to 500 MHz; 200 watts 500-1000MHz
FLATNESS:
1.5 dB +/- typical, �2.0 dB maximum
FREQUENCY RESPONSE:
80MHz-1000 MHz instantaneously
GAIN (at maximum setting):
59 dB minimum
GAIN ADJUSTMENT (Continuous Range) :
20 dB minimum
INPUT IMPEDANCE:
50 ohms, VSWR 1.5:1 maximum
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE:
50 ohms nominal
MISMATCH TOLERANCE:
100% of rated power without foldback. Will operate without damage or oscillation with any magnitude and phase of source and load impedance. See Application Note #27
MODULATION CAPABILITY:
Will faithfully reproduce AM, FM, or Pulse modulation appearing on input signal.
THIRD ORDER INTERCEPT:
62 dBm typical
NOISE FIGURE:
8 dB maximum; 6 dB typical
HARMONIC DISTORTION:
Minus 20 dBc maximum at 200 watts; minus 30 dBc typical at 200 watts
SPURIOUS:
Minus 73 dBc typical
PRIMARY POWER:
100-240 VAC, 50/60Hz, 1000 watts
CONNECTORS:
RF Input: N female
RF Output: N female
COOLING:
Forced air (self contained fans)
WEIGHT:
With Cabinet 42.6 kg (94 lbs)
Without Cabinet 31.3 kg (69 lbs)
SIZE (W x H x D):
With cabinet: 50.3 x 20.5 x 74.9 cm (19.8 x 8.1 x 29.5 in)
Without Cabinet: 48.3 x 17.7 x 74.9 cm (19 x 7.0 x 29.5 in)
ENVIRONMENTAL:
Operating Temperature: 5C / +40C
Operating Altitude: Up to 2000M
Shock and vibration: Normal Truck Transport