The Narda 3001-10 is a Type N coaxial directional coupler engineered for RF power monitoring and signal level control in test and measurement systems. With 10 dB nominal coupling and exceptional directivity, it delivers precise signal extraction across demanding frequency bands. The coupler combines low insertion loss with stable VSWR performance, making it ideal for integrated test setups requiring reliable attenuation characteristics and high power handling.
Technical Specifications
• Nominal Coupling: 10 dB
• Frequency Range: 0.460 to 0.950 GHz (calibration band); broader operation to 10 GHz supported
• Connectors: Type N
• Insertion Loss: 0.70 dB (maximum)
• VSWR: 1.15 (maximum, primary and secondary ports)
• Directivity: 30 dB (minimum)
• Power Handling: 200 W average, 500 W peak
• Absolute Calibration Accuracy: ±0.1 dB per 10 dB step
• Sensitivity to Frequency: ±1.2 dB
• Calibration Points: 0.460, 0.580, 0.700, 0.825, 0.950 GHz
– Key Features
• Ruggedized construction for field deployment and demanding environments
• Minimal insertion loss ensures signal integrity in sensitive measurement chains
• High directivity minimizes leakage and improves measurement accuracy
• Dual-port VSWR specification enables reliable system integration
• Calibration at five discrete frequencies within the primary band
– Typical Applications
• RF power monitoring systems
• Signal level control in test configurations
• System integration for applications requiring precise attenuation and coupling
– Compatibility & Integration
Type N connectors provide standard RF interface compatibility across laboratory and field instruments in the 0.460 to 0.950 GHz band and extended operation to 10 GHz.
