The Boonton 952011 is an RF power meter designed for precise power measurements across research and development, manufacturing quality control, and field testing environments. It delivers accurate, reliable readings that support performance verification and compliance validation in RF and microwave systems. The instrument combines a user-friendly interface with robust measurement functionality for engineers and technicians requiring dependable power characterization.
## Technical Specifications
**Frequency Range:** Dependent on compatible sensor selection. Related Boonton sensors operate from 10 kHz to 8 GHz; extended-range sensors reach 110 GHz.
**Power Measurement Range:** Determined by sensor configuration. Available sensor ranges span -70 dBm to +44 dBm and -60 dBm to +20 dBm, with dynamic range exceeding 60 dB without range switching.
**Time Resolution:** Related Boonton instruments achieve 200 ps (4540 Series) or 100 ps (4500C Peak Power Analyzer), with RF channel rise-time under 5 ns.
**Measurement Rate:** Compatible sensors deliver up to 100,000 measurements per second with zero measurement latency.
**Signal Handling:** Minimum pulse width 6 ns; maximum PRF 50 MHz. Modulation bandwidth support extends to 20 MHz.
**Interfaces:** Standard connectivity includes GPIB and RS-232 for ATE integration; newer sensor variants support USB interfaces.
## Key Features
• Wide sensor compatibility enabling frequency and power range customization
• Sub-nanosecond time resolution for transient capture
• High-speed measurement acquisition without latency
• Multiple interface options for automated test systems
• Nanosecond-class pulse handling capability
## Typical Applications
• RF and microwave component testing
• Pulse power characterization
• Manufacturing quality assurance
• Field service verification
• Compliance and standards validation
## Compatibility & Integration
The 952011 accepts Boonton sensor modules across frequency and dynamic range specifications. Standard GPIB and RS-232 interfaces enable integration into automated measurement systems and ATE platforms. Configuration flexibility allows sensor selection matched to specific frequency and power measurement requirements.
