The Com-Power PAM-118A is a wideband, high gain, bench top microwave preamplifier. The PAM-118A has a frequency range of 500MHz to 18GHz. This preamp is primarily intended for EMC applications; it may, however, be used for other application that require low noise and high signal amplification. The simple front panel consists of two 50 ohm matched precision Type-N connectors for input and output. It is designed to have flat gain with minimal variation over its entire frequency range. The flat gain helps in taking fast readings during trouble shooting. The high gain and low noise figure increases system sensitivity of effectively all measurement systems. It is very effective in measuring low level signals during Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) testing. It has low VSWR and high reverse isolation. Each preamplifier is individually calibrated using equipment traceable to National Institute of Standards and Technology. Individual data and certificate of calibration are shipped with each unit. The PAM-118A is battery powered to avoid any noise effects of power cables. It can also be powered by the 15VDC, 500mA power adapter provided with the unit.
