DR 1800

Class A solid state
Broadband (instantaneous single band): 9 kHz –400 MHz
Frequency extension between 4 kHz and 9 kHz upon request
Typical output power : 1800 W CW
Linear output power (1 dB compression) guaranted with harmonics <-20 dBc:
- P1dB > 1500 W and H<-20 dBc from 9 kHz to 50MHz
- P1dB > 1200 W and H<-20 dBc from 50 MHz to 250MHz
- P1dB > 500 W and H<-20 dBc from 250 MHz to 400 MHz
Air cooling: self contained fans
Can operate in full mismatch conditions without damage
Reliable, efficient and robust
19" Cabinet on wheels
3 years standard warranty

VERSIONS :

DR 1800 DC amplifier with:
- Multicolor LCD display with touch panel
- Digital control
- IEEE 488 GPIB, Ethernet, USB, RS232 Communications
- Temperature controlled fans
- Safety interlock
- Integrated dual directional coupler
- Display of instantaneous incident and reflected power

MAINTENANCE :

Amplifier designed for minimal maintenance
- Easy access to all parts
- Modular design
- Repairs with minimum adjustments
Rapid diagnostic
Minimal downtime
Contract for preventive and corrective maintenance available

APPLICATIONS :

EMC tests
RF tests and instrumentation
Radiocommunication
Measurement and research laboratories

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Frequency bandwidth : 9 kHz - 400 MHz
Typical output power : 1800 W
Minimum power at 3 dB compression : 1700W from 9kHz-50MHz/ 1400W 50-250MHz/ 600W 250-400MHz
Minimum power at 1 dB compression : 1500W from 9kHz-50MHz/ 1200W 50-250MHz/ 500W 250-400MHz
Harmonics distortion : H2,H3 < -20 dBc for the output power at 1 dB compression limit
Class type : Class A
Gain : 60 dB
Linear power gain flatness : ± 2.5 dB max
Mismatch tolerance : infinite without damage
Input impedance : 50 ohms / VSWR: 2:1max
Output impedance : 50 ohms / VSWR: 2:1max
Input power : +10 dBm max.
RF input connector : Type N fem. (front or rear panel) – other connector type on request
RF output connector : Type 7/16 fem. (front or rear panel) – other connector type on request
Integrated bidirectional power coupler : Coupling factor 59 dB typ.
Power coupling connector : Type N fem. (front or rear panel)
Safety interlock : Connector type BNC
Digital control : Transistors, power supplies, temperatures and fans
Mismatch protection : Self limitation for reflected power > 1000 W
Communication interface : Ethernet, USB, GPIB, RS232
Color LCD display with touch screen : Status, faults, direct and reverse instantaneous power
Ambient operating temperature : 0 °C / + 35 °C
Room temperature storage : -20 °C / +70 °C
Cooling : Forced air with fan speed control: 480 l/sec max. (self contained fans)
Mains voltage : 47-63 Hz, 3 phases (star or delta)
Rated current : 10.35 kVA
Dimensions : 800 x 840 x 1590 mm (30U) / 31.5 x 33.1 x 62.6 in (30U)
Weight : 390 kg / 858 lb