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Maury MW - Calibrated Noise Sources - NC346 Series
- Broadband coverage
- Extremely good temperature stability
- Superior voltage stability
- Noise figure meter-compatible
The NC346 Series is designed for precision noise figure measurement applications. Each module’s low VSWR reduces multiple reflections and significantly increases the measurement accuracy for most noise figure test configurations.
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Calibration |
Temperature Coefficient |
Operating Temperature |
Input Power |
VSWR |
Regulator |
Voltage Coefficient |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1 GHz steps |
Less than 0.009 dB/°C |
0°C to +55°C |
+28 VDC ±2 VDC at 15 mA typical for NC346 A, B & D | Less than 1.15:1 from 10 MHz – 5 GHz for units with 5 – 7 dB or 14 –16 dB ENR | Built-in | < 0.002 dB/%∆V |
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- Frequency range of 9 kHz to 3.6 GHz/6 GHz/26.5 GHz/44.5 GHz; 44.5 GHz max. built-in preamp option
- Best close-in phase noise performance in middle range signal analyzer/spectrum analyzer:
- –123 dBc/Hz (at 1 GHz center frequency, 10 kHz offset frequency with all frequency models)
- –138 dBc/Hz (at 1 GHz center frequency, 10 kHz offset frequency with 3.6 GHz and 6 GHz models, meas.)
- –140 dBc/Hz (at 150 MHz center frequency, 10 kHz offset frequency with 3.6 GHz and 6 GHz models, meas.)
- 31.25 MHz analysis bandwidth (standard); 125 MHz max. (option)
- All-in-one solution with built-in signal generator option supports TRx tests (with 3.6 GHz and 6 GHz models)
- Measurement applications (options): Phase Noise Measurement, Noise Figure Measurement, Vector and Analog Modulation Analysis, BER Measurement, Pulse Radar Measurement Function
- Ideal for applications requiring high ENR and immunity to large incident RF power
- Low VSWR
- Built-in isolator
The NC3400 Series coaxial AWGN noise sources are an excellent choice for applications requiring high ENR and immunity to large incident RF power, such as ATE, radiometer, and radar systems. The calibration accuracy and flatness of the NC3400 Series noise sources are enhanced by their low VSWR. The built-in isolator provides almost constant output impedance as the noise source bias is switched on and off. The isolator also protects the noise diode from incident RF power (consult the factory for higherpower units).
An SMA female connector is standard for the RF output and a BNC female connector is standard for the bias input. Other connectors are available as options.
- High DC power density up to 150 kW in a single bay rack-mount cabinet. Up to 240 kW in a dual bay rack.
- Fast load transient response provides protection from undesired voltage excursions.
- Fast slew rate with exceptional rise/fall times for speed-critical applications.
- Low ripple suitable for the most sensitive applications.
- Low audible noise with temperature controlled variable speed fans.
- High accuracy voltage/current measurements without external DMMs.
- Modular architecture simplifies sparing and maintenance.
- Speed: Calibration is faster since there is no need to manually connect and disconnect standards.
- Accuracy: Eliminates errors caused by manual handling, such as connector inconsistencies and improper torquing.
- Ease of Use: Minimal user interaction is required, making calibration simpler and more accessible.
- Reliability: Reduces wear and tear on VNA ports and connectors, prolonging their lifespan.
- Consistency: Provides repeatable results across multiple calibration sessions and users.
Not all amplifiers are created equal, so how can you be certain that an amplifier will work for your needs? You deserve to be confident that the amplifiers used with your test-and measurement lab benches will meet the requirements of your specific applications, are reliable, and are equally well-supported pre-and post-sale. When it comes to application expertise, reliability and support, there is no company that does it better than Maury.
- 5” touch screen display
- Noise output through female N connector
- Ethernet connection for remote control
The NGX1000 programmable noise generator is a high performance, broadband additive white gaussian noise (AWGN) generator in an easy-to-use compact form factor. The streamlined user interface and flat menu structure provides a fast, simple way to add RF noise in a communications system to test reliability, robustness and performance.
All functionality of the generator is accessible through the 5” touch screen or via remote control through an ethernet connection delivering flexible, programmable noise generation for broad use in semiconductor, military, aerospace, satellite, medical and communications applications.
- 600 MHz of instantaneous bandwidth per channel
- Timing synchronization up to 16 channels
- Link Emulation including:
- Phase continuous delay, Doppler, and attenuation changes
- AWGN and Eb/No
- 12 tap (path) multipath fading with Rayleigh, Rician & CW. Angle of Arrival (AOA), k-factor, and correlation controls
- RF frequency agile up/down converters
- Payload Emulation including:
- IMUX/OMUX amplitude and group delay distortion
- Amplifier Compression (AM/AM and AM/PM)
- Phase Noise
- Static and dynamic link emulation
- Ephemeris data generation using SATGEN
- Remote instrument control through ACEClient application
- Light-tight version and EMI-shielded version for low noise and light-sensitive measurements
- Application flexibility, ideal for use in high frequency applications
- Sized to accommodate thermal chucks, laser cutter, and video equipment on the probe system
- Suitable for integration with vibration isolating tables
- High ENR
- Wide frequency range
- Custom frequencies available
The NC3600 Series coaxial noise sources are an excellent choice for applications requiring high ENR, such as ATE, radiometer, and radar systems.
An SMA male connector is standard for the RF output and feed thrus for bias input. SMA female is an option. Custom frequencies and flatness available. Contact the factory with your request.
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