IFI T186-250 6.0 – 18.0 GHz, 250W TWT Amplifier

IFI T186-250 RF Microwave TWT (Traveling Wave Tube) Amplifier

Provides outstanding RF performance. The IFI T186-250 Amplifier incorporate the latest features with respect to control and monitoring. The amplifier is a field proven and reliable amplifier, that offers unsurpassed performance as the best in the industry. 

The IFI T186-250 features operational safety and is easy to use. It includes a full complement of RF and hardware protection systems, including high VSWR, over-current and voltage protection as well as redundant thermal and airflow sensors to prevent the TWT amplifier from overheating. In addition, the T186-250 TWT amplifier includes a modern interface thatis intuitive and simple to use. The modular construction and design minimizes internally produced EMI signal leakage and provides easy access for field service and rapid turnaround at depot level repair facilities.

The backlit LCD screen shows forward/reverse power indication, system status and self-diagnostic information. All the high power TWT amplifier operating parameters are simultaneously available in the amplifier front panel display as well as over the remote bus. Selection switches allow you to switch the amplifier to the desired mode of operation for local control if the unit is not being operated remotely.

For computer automation both an RS-232 and IEEE-488 interface are included. 

Instruments for Industry T-200 and T-250 Series

RF Microwave TWT Amplifiers provide outstanding RF performance. Our “T-200 Series” TWTA products are a mature design but incorporate the latest features with respect to control and monitoring. These TWT amplifiers are “State of the Art”; have field proven reliability and unsurpassed performance as the best in the industry. These products are available in a wide range of power levels from 200 watts to 250 watts in the 1 GHz – 18 GHz frequency range.

Operation safety and ease of use are paramount in IFI TWTA product designs. The IFI T-200 Series include a full complement of RF and hardware protection systems including high VSWR, over-current and voltage protection as well as redundant thermal and airflow sensors to prevent the TWT from overheating. In addition, the T-200 series includes a state-of-the-art interface that is sophisticated, comprehensive, but yet simple to use. Our amplifiers feature modular construction and this concept of modular design minimizes internally produced EMI signal leakage and provides easy access for field service and rapid turnaround at depot level repair facilities.

The backlit LCD screen shows forward/reverse power indication, system status and self-diagnostic information. All the twt (traveling wave tube) amplifier operating parameters are simultaneously available in the amplifier front panel display as well as over the remote bus. Selection switches allow you to switch the amplifier to the desired mode of operation for local control if the unit is not being operated remotely.

For computer automation both an RS-232 and IEEE-488 interface are included. To meet individual application needs, the T-200 Series twt amplifiers can be easily customized with harmonic filters or other options. With this capability and its reliable elegant design, the T-200 series amplifiers are the perfect twt amplifier for your microwave needs. IFI offers different size packages and configurations to best suit your application. A product and design built to last!

Standard Features for IFI T-200 & T-250 Series TWT Amplifiers

• VSWR Reflected Power Protection, the unit operates without damage or oscillation into any magnitude of phase or load impedance, Open and Short Circuit Protection.
• * Alternate Prime Power (specify at time of order)
• GPIB IEEE 488 & RS232 Remote Control
• RF Sample Port on the Front Panel, 112R for rear panel
• Internal Pre-amplification to obtain rated output power with an input level of 0 dBm or less.
• RF Input/Output Connectors on the Front Panel, 118R for rear panel
• Internal Systems Diagnostics & Status Indicators
• Filament/Beam Elapsed Time Metering in hours
• RF Safety Interlock
• Forward/Reflected Power Indication simultaneously on Front Panel display

IFI T-200 & T-250 Series TWT Amplifier Specifications

• Input/output Impedance: 50 ohms
• RF Input/ Sample Connectors: Type N Female, unless specified otherwise
• RF Output Connector: Type N Female up to 8 GHz, 8 – 12 GHz is WR90, 12 – 18 GHz is WR62, 7.5 – 18 GHz is WRD750, 6.5 – 18 GHz is WRD650 Other waveguides available by request or specification (see Option 117)
• Input VSWR: 2.0:1
• Output VSWR: 2.5:1
• Operating Temp: 0º to 50º C
• Non-operating Temp: -40º to 70º C (50,000 feet max)
• Humidity: 95% without condensation
• Altitude: 10,000 feet
• Cooling System: Air cooled, self contained
• Modulation: All types, AM, FM, Pulse
• Configuration: Rack Mount as specified in Model Table, or Cabinet Integrated as needed
• Spurious Outputs: <-60 dBc nominal
• Standard Prime Powers:
  100, 115, 120 VAC ±10% 50/60 Hz, single phase
  200, 220, 230, 240 VAC ±10% 50/60 Hz, single phase
  100/200VAC,115/208 or 200/220/230/240 VAC ±10% 50/60 Hz, three phase Wye or Delta and/or 400 Hz power is available.
  
  • Special Prime Powers other then listed are subject to availability

Some Available Options for IFI T-200 & T-250 Series TWT Amplifiers

• Option 103 G/D: VSWR Reflected Power Protection “Graceful Degradation Feature” which will automatically reduce the input drive and fold back the output power when the average reflected power exceeds a preset limit of 3.0:1. The unit operates without damage or oscillation into any magnitude of phase or load impedance.
• Option 110-1E: GPIB IEEE-488 RS232 and Ethernet Remote Control
• Option 110-2: GPIB IEEE-488 and RS 422 Remote Control
• Option 110-3: GPIB IEEE-488 and RS 485 Remote Control
• Option 113: Chassis Slides for 19” Rack Mounting
• Option 118F or R: Front Panel RF Connections 118R for Rear Panel RF Connections
• Option 123F or R: Reflected RF Sample Port -40, -50 or -60 dB N or SMA, Front or Rear Panel
• Option 129E: External Harmonic Filtering
• Option 129S: Internal Switchable Harmonic Filtering