The Amplifier Research 3500A100 Solid-State Amplifier is a self-contained unit with a rated output power of 3500 W and a frequency response of 10 kHz to 100 MHz. This amplifier has a minimum gain of 66 dB at the maximum setting and a minimum gain adjustment of 20 dB. With forced-air cooling, a user-friendly display, and more, the 3500A100 is the ideal model for a variety of testing requirements.
Features
- Digital Control Panel (DCP) which provides both local and remote control
- Internal/External automatic level control
- Pulse input capability
- RF output level protection
- Internal RF detector
Specifications
| Rated Output Power |
3500 W |
| Frequency Response |
10 kHz - 100 MHz |
| Power Output @ 3 dB Compression |
2700 W minimum |
| Power Output @ 1 dB Compression |
2000 W minimum |
| Gain (at maximum setting) |
66 dB |
| Gain Adjustment |
20 dB minimum |
| Input Impedance |
50Ω, VSWR 1.5:1 maximum |
| Output Impedance |
50Ω, VSWR 2.5:1 maximum |
| Harmonic Distortion |
-20 dBc maximum |
| Connector Types |
RF Input: Type N female on rear panel
RF Output: Type 7/16 female on rear pane |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
22.1 in x 60.0 in x 39.4 in |
| Weight |
900 lbs |
Applications
- RF susceptibility testing
- Antenna and component testing
- Watt meter calibration
- Particle accelerators
- Plasma generation
- Communications
- Use as a driver for higher power amplifiers