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2.4mm Automated Harmonic Tuner (MT984A01)
Features
8.0 to 50.0 GHz Frequency Range
10:1 Matching Range (Minimum)
Low Loss, Low VSWR with Probes Fully Retracted
Excellent Repeatability
Description
Maury's MT984A01 automated tuner is a precision electro-mechanical instrument that operates across the full bandwidth from 8.0 to 50.0 GHz. It is a precision slide screw tuner with a wide matching range. Because it's twin probes are fully retractable, the MT984A can arrive at a matched condition with low VSWR. High precision stepper motors linked to the probes and the linear drive (via precision anti-backlash mechanical assemblies) enable the tuner to achieve high resolution with exceptional repeatability and resetability. Each end of the tuner is equipped with an opto-electronic limit switch to define the linear travel end stops. Additional photosensors are provided to detect when the probes are either fully inserted or completely retracted. The MT984A01 is supplied with precision 2.4mm connectors to ensure an accurate, repeatable interface. (The repeatability with which the tuning elements can be repositioned is of the utmost importance in any measurement system.)
The MT984A01 automated tuner is calibrated by measuring its scattering parameters at various probe positions and linear locations using a vector network analyzer (VNA). Characterization data is then stored on the host computer for utilization at the user's convenience.
Specifications
Frequency Range |
8.0 to 50.0 GHz
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VSWR Matching Range: |
10:1 minimum |
VSWR (Probes Retracted): |
1.10 maximum, 1.08 or less (typical) |
Insertion Loss (Probes Retracted): |
0.6 dB (maximum) |
Repeatability: |
40 dB (minimum) 1 |
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Probe Step Size: |
31 microinches |
Linear Step Size: |
50 microinches |
Power Handling: |
10W CW, 0.5 kW peak |
Connectors: |
2.4mm female & 2.4mm male |
Accessories Provided
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1 ea. - |
MT982C Tuner control cable 2 |
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1 ea - |
Operating manual |
MT984A01 with cover removed.
MT984A01 with cover in place.
Dimensions
1 Between any two measurements at any position within the specified matching range.
2 Connects tuner to controller (model MT986C), 1 meter long.