The Logimetrics A600L is a broadband microwave amplifier delivering 200 W CW minimum output across the 1.0–2.0 GHz band. Built around a Traveling Wave Tube (TWT) with regulated helix, filament, and grid power supplies, it provides 30 dB saturated gain and sustained performance in demanding RF test and system environments.
Technical Specifications
RF Performance
• Frequency Range: 1.0–2.0 GHz
• Power Output: 200 W CW (minimum)
• Saturated Gain: 30 dB
• Noise Figure (Max): 35 dB
• Spurious: −40 dBc (available down to −50 dBc)
• AM/FM Distortion: 1% maximum (−40 dBc)
• Input/Output Impedance: 50 Ω
• Input/Output VSWR: 2.5:1 maximum
• RF Connectors: Type N (input and output)
Power & Protection
• Regulated power supplies for helix, filament, and grid circuits
• Full protection against helix overcurrent, VSWR overload, power supply thermal overload, TWT thermal overload, and air flow interruptions
Physical & Thermal
• Dimensions: 14″ H × 17″ W × 25″ D (356 mm × 432 mm × 635 mm), rack mount
• Cooling: Internal forced air with front-panel intake
– Key Features
• Real-time monitoring of collector current, collector voltage, and helix current
• Status indicators for power, RF standby/on, and fault conditions (helix overcurrent, VSWR overload, thermal events, air flow)
• Local/remote control switching with IEEE-488 GPIB interface for automated operation
• Fault reset capability for uninterrupted test sequences
– Typical Applications
• EMC susceptibility testing
• RF communications systems
• Threat simulation and antenna pattern measurement
• High-power component validation
• General laboratory instrumentation and system amplification
– Compatibility & Integration
Standard 50 Ω termination and Type N connectors ensure compatibility with conventional test benches. IEEE-488 GPIB remote control integrates with automated measurement systems and ATE platforms.
