Anritsu MA249xA series wideband power sensor, front view
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MA2490A

MA2490A Wideband Power Sensor (Peak and Average), 50 MHz to 8 GHz

Anritsu MA2490A wideband peak and average power sensor covering 50 MHz to 8 GHz with 20 MHz video bandwidth for ML2480 and ML2490 series power meters.

Frequency Range
50 MHz - 8 GHz
Dynamic Range (dBm)
-60 to +20
SWR
<1.17; 50-150 MHz, <1.12; 0.15-2.5 GHz, <1.22; 2.5-12.4 GHz, <1.25; 12.4-18 GHz
Rise Time
<18 ns

Overview

The Anritsu MA2490A is a wideband power sensor in the MA249xA series. It covers 50 MHz to 8 GHz and is designed for use with the ML2480 and ML2490 series power meters.

The sensor measures peak power, crest factor, average power, rise time, fall time, maximum power, minimum power and statistical data of wideband signals. With a 20 MHz video bandwidth and a sampling rate of 64 MS/s when used with the ML2480 and ML2490 series power meters, it is suited to radar and communication signals such as WiMax, WCDMA, WLAN and GSM. CW and average power can be measured down to -60 dBm.

The RF connector is a precision N(m) type with a hexagon coupling nut, so it can be attached with an industry-standard torque wrench.

Key Features

  • Measures peak, crest factor, average power, rise time, fall time, maximum power, minimum power and statistical data
  • CW and Average power measurements as low as -60 dBm
  • 20 MHz video bandwidth
  • Sampling rate of 64 MS/s with ML2480 and ML2490 series power meters
  • Precision RF connector with hexagon coupling nut for attachment by industry standard torque wrench

Specifications

Wideband Sensors
Frequency Range
MA2490A
50 MHz - 8 GHz
Dynamic Range (dBm) -60 to +20
CW Mode
SWR <1.17; 50-150 MHz, <1.12; 0.15-2.5 GHz, <1.22; 2.5-12.4 GHz, <1.25; 12.4-18 GHz
Series-wide specification; ranges above 8 GHz apply to MA2491A
Rise Time <18 ns
10 dBm, room temperature, ML2480 series power meter
Sensor Linearity
MA2490A
<7% 50 to 300 MHz, <3.5% 0.3 to 8 GHz
Video Bandwidth 20 MHz
Sampling Rate 64 MS/s
With ML2480 and ML2490 series power meters
RF Connector N(m)
Precision RF connector with hexagon coupling nut for attachment by industry standard torque wrench
Compliance
EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU & 2015/863
Electromagnetic Compatibility EN 61326-1:2013
Emissions EN 55011:2009 +A1:2010 Group 1 Class A
Electrical Safety EN 61010-1:2010
Warranty
Warranty 1 Year Warranty
Against defects in materials and workmanship

Applications

  • Radar signal measurement
  • WiMax signal measurement
  • WCDMA signal measurement
  • WLAN signal measurement
  • GSM signal measurement

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