Amplifier Research DC6180
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | DC - 6 GHz |
| Gain | 18 dB Minimum |
| Output Power (P1dB) | +30 dBm Minimum |
| Input Power | 0 dBm Typical |
| Noise Figure | 8 dB Typical |
| Input VSWR | 2.0:1 Maximum |
| Output VSWR | 2.0:1 Maximum |
| Input/Output Impedance | 50 Ohms |
| Input/Output Connectors | SMA Female |
| DC Power Requirements | +12 VDC at 1.5 A |
Amplifier Research DC6180 Options:
- DC6180A - M1 - N(M)/N(F) mainline, N(F)/N(F) coupled connectors, 600/1000W CW/Peak, 60±1.0 dB coupling factor, includes A2LA calibration
- DC6180 - (base) - N(F)/N(F) mainline, BNC(F)/BNC(F) coupled connectors, 600/1000W CW/Peak, 60±1.0 dB coupling factor
- DC6180 - M1 - N(F)/N(F) mainline, N(F)/N(F) coupled connectors, 600/1000W CW/Peak, 60±1.0 dB coupling factor
- DC6180 - M2 - N(F)/N(F) mainline, SMA(F)/SMA(F) coupled connectors, 600/1000W CW/Peak, 60±1.0 dB coupling factor
- DC6180 - M3 - See DC6180M3 Specification Sheet
- DC6180 - M4 - See DC6180M4 Specification Sheet
- DC6180 - M5 - See DC6180M5 Specification Sheet
- DC6180 - M6 - N(F)/N(F) mainline, N(F)/N(F) coupled connectors, 500/1000W CW/Peak, 50±1.0 dB coupling factor
| Model | DC6180 |
|---|
The Amplifier Research DC6180A is a dual directional coupler designed with an excellent frequency range and strong power handling capabilities. It ensures wide flexibility for coupling medium power amplifiers to oscilloscopes, voltmeters, power meters, spectrum analyzers, and other precision measuring instruments. Its low insertion loss optimizes efficiency while maintaining a well-matched coupling factor for laboratory use.
The dual directional design enables accurate monitoring of both forward and reflected power. This feature is essential for RF susceptibility testing, amplifier overdrive protection, field strength control, and load safeguarding, making it highly reliable in demanding applications.
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