The Amplifier Research 10W1000 is a solid-state, air-cooled broadband RF power amplifier delivering 10 W continuous output across 1 MHz to 1000 MHz. This self-contained instrument combines Class A push-pull circuitry with 40 dB minimum gain, ±1.0 dB typical flatness, and unconditional stability across any load impedance. It accepts maximum 1.0 mW input and provides 20 dB continuous gain adjustment.
Technical Specifications
Frequency & Power
• Frequency response: 1 MHz to 1000 MHz instantaneous
• Linear output: 10 W (1–900 MHz), 8 W (900–1000 MHz)
• Maximum output: 22 W
• Minimum gain: 40 dB with 20 dB adjustment range
• Flatness: ±1.0 dB typical, ±1.5 dB maximum
Input & Output
• Input impedance: 50 Ω, VSWR 2.0:1 maximum
• Output impedance: 50 Ω nominal
• Input for rated output: 1.0 mW maximum
• Reverse isolation: >45 dB
• RF input overdrive protection via limiting diodes and leveling circuit
Environmental & Protection
• Mismatch tolerance: 100% rated power without foldback; operates without damage under any source or load impedance
• Over-temperature protection: automatic DC removal to amplifier stages
• Class of operation: Class A
Electrical Power
• Primary: 115/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz
• Consumption: 500 W nominal
• Self-contained regulated power supply
– Key Features
• Push-pull high power stages reduce distortion and improve stability
• Faithful AM, FM, and pulse modulation reproduction
• Type N female RF connectors
• Front panel gain control with optional digital control (IEEE-488/GPIB, RS-232) on select variants
• Unconditional load stability
– Typical Applications
• EMC and EMI susceptibility testing
• Communications and RF source applications
• Antenna and component testing
• Wattmeter calibration
• Driver for frequency multipliers and high power amplifiers
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging RF sourcing
– Compatibility & Integration
Type N female connectors provide standard RF connectivity. Optional digital control packages support IEEE-488/GPIB, RS-232, USB, and Ethernet on applicable models.
