The Marconi IFR Aeroflex 56914/002 is a medium power thermocouple sensor for precision RF power measurement across 10 MHz to 40 GHz. It delivers accurate, repeatable results essential for characterizing RF and microwave systems in telecommunications, aerospace, and defense applications.
Technical Specifications
Electrical Performance
• Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 40 GHz
• Power Range: −30 dBm to +20 dBm (1 µW to 100 mW)
• Maximum RF Input: +25 dBm (300 mW)
• Peak RF Input: +42 dBm (15 W) for 2 ms duration
• Accuracy: ±0.5% at 25 °C and 100 mW reference, with 0.005% per mW correction
• Resolution: 0.01%
• Sensing Element: Semiconductor thermocouple
Connectors & Physical
• RF Connector: MPC 2.92 mm male, 50 Ω impedance
• Dimensions: 88.5 mm length × 33.5 mm diameter
• Weight: 140 g
– Key Features
• Calibration factor, uncertainty, and linearity factor provided with each sensor
• MPC 2.92 mm connector enables direct integration into standard RF test systems
• Waveguide 22 coax transition included for broadband measurement capability
• Calibration table supplied for traceable power measurement
– Typical Applications
• RF and microwave power verification in production and incoming inspection
• Transmitter output power characterization
• Power amplifier performance validation
• System-level RF power monitoring in test stands
– Compatibility & Integration
The 56914/002 integrates with Marconi IFR Aeroflex power meters including the 6960, 6970, 6960B, 6970B, and 6200B series Microwave Test Set. Compatibility with these platforms enables rapid deployment in existing measurement systems.
