The Anritsu MA24108A is a True-RMS microwave USB power sensor engineered for precise average power measurements across microwave systems. Operating from 10 MHz to 8 GHz with a dynamic range of -40 dBm to +20 dBm, it delivers measurement accuracy typically <4% for CW signals greater than -20 dBm. Its dual-path architecture ensures True-RMS performance across the full frequency and dynamic range, accommodating CW, multi-tone, and digitally modulated signals. USB connectivity enables direct integration with PCs via PowerXpert software and compatibility with Anritsu handheld instruments.
## Technical Specifications
• **Frequency Range:** 10 MHz to 8 GHz
• **Dynamic Range:** -40 dBm to +20 dBm
• **Measurement Accuracy:** Typically −20 dBm with zero mismatch error
• **Video Bandwidth:** 50 kHz
• **Power Handling:** Up to +33 dBm
• **SWR:** <1.17 (10 MHz–150 MHz); <1.12 (150 MHz–2 GHz); <1.22 (2 GHz–8 GHz)
• **Data Throughput:** Up to 140,000 samples per second
• **Warm-up Time:** 20 minutes at room temperature
## Key Features
• True-RMS measurement capability via dual-path architecture
• NIST-traceable calibration with internally stored coefficients and temperature corrections
• Internal and external triggering for TDMA and burst power measurement
• Time slot analysis supporting up to 128 slots with 300 ms total capture time
• Scope-based power measurement display with adjustable noise immunity and trace averaging
• Gate and Fence functions for selective waveform analysis
• High power handling to +33 dBm
• Compact handheld form factor: 110 mm W × 45 mm H × 25 mm D; 0.23 kg
• Removable silicone protective covering for field durability
• Two-color LED status indicator
## Interfaces & Connectivity
• USB Type A to Micro-B connection
• RF connector: N-type (male)
• External trigger input: MCX connector
• Included 1.5 m BNC(m) to MCX(m) cable and 1.8 m latching USB cable
## Compatibility & Integration
PowerXpert software provides PC-based control and measurement acquisition. Compatible with Anritsu handheld instruments and Windows-based systems.
