Amplifier Research 500T2G8
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 2 GHz – 8 GHz |
| Output Power (Minimum) | 500 Watts CW |
| Gain (Typical) | 50 dB |
| Gain Flatness | ±3 dB |
| Input Power for Rated Output | 5 mW (typical) |
| Noise Figure (Typical) | 8 dB |
| Input/Output Impedance | 50 Ohms |
| Input Connector | Type N Female |
| Output Connector | Type N Female |
| Power Requirements | 208/220 VAC, 3-Phase, 50/60 Hz |
Amplifier Research 500T2G8 Options:
- 500T2G8 - E1 - Removable outer enclosure, size 20 x 10 x 27 in. (50.8 x 25.4 x 68.6 cm); add 14 kg (30 lbs) to weight of E2
- 500T2G8 - E2 - Without outer enclosure, size 20 x 8.75 x 26 in. (50.8 x 22.2 x 66.1 cm); weight 41 kg (90 lbs)
- 500T2G8 - E2S - Enclosure removed for rack mounting; slides and handles installed, size 20 x 8.75 x 26 in. (50.8 x 22.2 x 66.1 cm); add 2 kg (5 lbs) to weight of E2
- 500T2G8 - P1 - 208 VAC ±10% three phase 50/60 Hz, 3.5 KVA maximum
- 500T2G8 - P2 - 190-260 VAC single phase 50/60 Hz, 3.5 KVA maximum
- 500T2G8 - S1R - Reflected power port, Type N female connector on rear panel; forward and reflected sample port calibration data supplied on disk in Excel format at 51 points, evenly spaced over specified frequency response
- 500T2G8 - S2K - Supplied with two TF type externally mountable harmonic filters and a switch kit that allows user to select an appropriate filter band, high or low, via this TWTA; insertion loss maximum 1.5 dB; add 9 kg (20 lbs)
- 500T2G8 - S3V - Shipped without outer cabinet, flatness ±3 dB max at rated power, and video pulse capability for blanking/noise quieting
- 500T2G8 - S4P - Power minimum 650 watts from 3.0 GHz to 3.6 GHz
- 500T2G8 - S5V - Video pulse capability to offer blanking capability for noise quieting
- 500T2G8 - S6F - Shipped without outer cabinet and supplied with an external filter assembly; 100 watts minimum at 1 dB compression and harmonic distortion minus 20 dBc maximum at filter assembly output; includes switched harmonic filters, rack-mount filter assembly 3U front panel with user accessible connectors, interconnecting cables; add 18 kg (40 lbs)
| Model | 500T2G8 |
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The Amplifier Research 500T2G8 is a broadband traveling wave tube (TWT) microwave amplifier delivering a conservative minimum of 500W at the output connector, with nominal power of 541W. It covers 2.5–7.5 GHz with 57 dB gain, 35 dB continuous adjustment, and excellent VSWR protection. Designed with forced-air cooling, modular RF components, switching mode power supply, and digital front panel display, it ensures robust performance and easy operation.
Supporting AM, FM, and pulse modulation with noise power density of -95 dBm/Hz (typical), this amplifier is ideal for EMC testing, industrial applications, university R&D, and service labs requiring reliable RF power output.
Testwall can supply the used Amplifier Research 500T2G8, fully tested. With expert support and global delivery, Testwall ensures high-performance instrumentation with unmatched reliability and service quality. Please contact us directly if you need calibration or repair of the Amplifier Research 500T2G8.
