HP 438A Dual Sensor Power Meter

The HP 438A power meter is a dual-channel power meter designed specifically for ATE systems. The compact front panel saves critical rack space, while the dual-channel design allows simple and accurate measurements of the ratio and difference of power levels from two separate sensors. This meter is compatible with the HP 8480 series of thermocouple and diode power sensors. HP-IB capability is standard on the HP 438A. For U.S. Air Force Modular Automatic Test Equipment (MATE) system application, Option 700 provides the HP 438A with the internal capability to be controlled by the MATE Control Interface Intermediate Language (CIIL).

[ Features ]

Two power sensors for multi-port measurement
Ratio mode for measuring gain compression
Programmable high and low power limits for unattended power monitoring

[ Specifications ]


Frequency			100 kHz to 26.5 GHz
Power Range			-70 to +44 dBm
Dynamic Range			50 dB
Measurement Modes		A, B, A-B, B-A, A/B, B/A

[ Ordering ]

HP 438A Dual Sensor Power Meter Opt 002 Supplies additional rear panel reference oscillator Opt 004 Delete the Two 11730A Sensor Cables

[ Assistance ]

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