Microwave CW USB Power Sensor MA24340A

                                   

	
Frequency range: 10 MHz — 40 GHz
	
Power measurement range: +20 dBm — -70 dBm
	
CW average power measurements
	
Fast measurement speed: >2,1001 readings/s continuous, >5,600 readings/s buffered1
	
Able to accept high power levels before being damaged: +26 dBm CW, +32 dBm 10 µs
	
No zero required*
	
NIST traceable calibrations
	
Compatible with Anritsu handheld instruments
	
Silicone protective covering for additional field durability
	
Worldwide calibration and service centers


        * for signals > -45 dBm

        ¹ Speed may vary depending on the speed of the CPU controlling the sensor


	
Description


The MA24340A power sensor is designed to provide fast, accurate average power measurements from 10 MHz to 40 GHz over 90 dB of dynamic range. The sensor employs high-performance digital processing that enables measurements speeds of >2,100 continuous power readings/s and >5,600 buffered readings/s.

A unique, low noise design eliminates the need to zero the sensor before taking measurements for most applications. 



The sensors have internal and external triggering capability that facilitates time-based measurements and the use of list mode to speed up automated processes. 



The sensor can be controlled with a PC via remote programming commands or with PowerXpert™, a free of charge software application. These sensors are also compatible with most Anritsu RF and microwave handheld instruments. The high accuracy power meter software option (e.g., Option 19) may be required. 



The excellent damage protection combined with the silicone protective covering give the sensor increased ruggedness and enable users to protect their investment.


	

		

			
Model
			
MA24340A
		
		

			
Frequency Range
			
10 MHz — 40 GHz, K(m) Connector
		
		

			
Dynamic Range
			
–70 dBm — +20 dBm
		
		

			
SWR (x:1)
			
<1.90, < 50 MHz 

			<1.17, 50 MHz — 150 MHz 

			<1.08, 150 MHz — 2 GHz 

			<1.16, 2 GHz — 6 GHz 

			<1.21, 6 GHz — 18 GHz 

			<1.29, 18 GHz — 33 GHz 

			<1.44, 33 GHz — 40 GHz 
		
		

			
Measurement Uncertainty1

			(dB)
			
+20 dBm — +15 dBm          +15 dBm — -70 dBm

			             0.18                                     0.15                   10 MHz — 18 GHz

			             0.21                                     0.17                   18 GHz — 40 GHz
		
		

			
RF Connector
			
K(m) Connector
		
	


 

1 Expanded uncertainty with K=2 for CW measurements after zero operation. Includes linearity over temperature uncertainties, but not the effects of mismatch, zero set and drift, or noise. Specifications apply over a temperature range of 0 °C — 50 °C and a 60 minute warm up period.