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NEW PRODUCTS AND SERVICESRohde & Schwarz Step AttenuatorsUp to 67 GHzWith the R&S RSC family, Rohde & Schwarz is launching aunique range of switchable step attenuators. The product familyencompasses the world’s first step attenuator up to 67 GHz and aprecision model with 0.1 dB step size offering excellent accuracyand stability.The new R&S RSC family from Rohde & Schwarz consists of fourmodels of the R&S RSC base unit and two external step attenuators.The base unit is available with or without internal step attenuator.The internal step attenuators come in three versions and can handlesignals up to max. 18 GHz. The two external step attenuators coverfrequencies up to max. 67 GHz. Every base unit can control up tofour external step attenuators in parallel.The R&S RSC step attenuators allow users to attenuate signalpower step by step either manually or by remote control. A typicalfield of application is the calibration of measuring instruments,especially receiver linearity testing.The R&S RSC base unit with internal step attenuator is availablein three versions. The standard version covers an attenuation rangeof 139 dB with a 1 dB step size up to 6 GHz. Rohde & Schwarz alsooffers a precision step attenuator especially for users in aerospaceand defense. It covers the frequency range from DC to 6 GHz andfeatures a maximum attenuation of 139.9 dB and a step size of 0.1dB, which is unique worldwide. The third version handles thefrequency range up to 18 GHz with a maximum attenuation of115 dB and a step size of 5 dB.Every R&S RSC base unit can control a maximum of fourexternal step attenuators. The instrument family includes twobase unit models up to 40 GHz and 67 GHz, respectively. Bothattenuate the signal by max. 75 dB at a step size of 5 dB. The 67GHz step attenuator from Rohde & Schwarz is the only one in theworld for this frequency range. The external step attenuators areconfigured and controlled via the base unit, a PC with Rohde &Schwarz control program or via an application program.To achieve the highest possible measurement accuracy, thefrequency response of each step attenuator is measured in thefactory and stored in the instrument. At the current operatingfrequency, an R&S RSC can automatically correct its absoluteattenuation by its frequency response, which reduces attenuationuncertainty to a minimum. Test setup components such as cablesor high-power attenuators can be included in the displayed overallattenuation.All models are equipped with IEC/IEEE, LAN and USBinterfaces. Legacy Rohde & Schwarz attenuators are supportedvia the compatibility mode of the R&S RSC so that customers donot have to change their control programs. The R&S RSC stepattenuators are now available from Rohde & Schwarz. For detailedinformation, visit www.rohde-schwarz.com/product/RSC.Solutions In CalibrationIs Your LaboratoryCalibrating.....Meggers?..InsulationTesters?..HiPots?DID YOU KNOW?Major Electrical Utilities,The World’s leading Manufacturer,and Test Equipment Rental Companies all rely on....Solutions In CalibrationTransmille’s 3200 Electrical Test CalibratorTransmille Ltd. (Worldwide)Web: www. transmille.comE-mail: sales@transmille.comPhone: +44(0)1580 890700Transmille Calibration (The Americas)Web: www. transmillecalibration.comE-mail: sales@transmillecalibration.comPhone: +(802) 846 7582Cal Lab: The International Journal of Metrology18 Jan • Feb • Mar 2013
NEW PRODUCTS AND SERVICESWeksler Adjustable AngleGlass ThermometerThe Weksler® Model A935AF5universal “adjust-angle”thermometer is rated at ±1%accuracy and is available with eithera seven or nine-inch scale. 360°case and stem rotation and largegraduations make it easy to readin nearly all types of installations.Other standard features includea high impact, lightweight Valox®V-shaped black case, a protectiveglass front and blue spirit fill thateliminates the use of mercury. An aluminum case is also availablealong with an optional plastic window and a choice of severaladditional stem lengths.For more information, visit www.weksler.com or call (800)328-8258. For Technical Sales, contact: Diana Lescinsky at203/385-0739 or email Diana.lescinsky@ashcroft.com.Agilent Technologies USB ThermocouplePower SensorsAgilent Technologies Inc. recently introduced the AgilentU8480 Series, the world’s fastest USB thermocouple powersensors. Based on the same front-end design as the Agilent 8480and N8480 Series power sensors, the new U8480 Series offersimproved specifications, including a measurement speed of400 readings per second, 10 times faster than the legacy series.The U8480 Series provides the best accuracy in Agilent’spower-meter and sensor portfolio and comes with a powerlinearity of less than 0.8 percent. As Agilent’s first power sensorwith the ability to measure down to DC, the U8480 Series coversa broader range of test applications. DC-range measurements arefrequently used for source calibration, as power-measurementreferences, and for testing select electromagnetic compatibility.With USB functionality, U8480 Series power sensors plugdirectly in to PCs or USB-enabled Agilent instruments andoffer users the ability to measure power without needing anexternal power meter or power supply. With their built-intrigger function, Agilent’s thermocouple power sensors givetest engineers the ability to synchronize measurement capturewithout needing an external module. The internal calibrationfunction saves time and reduces wear and tear on connectors.These power sensors also come bundled with Agilent’s N1918APower Panel software, making the U8480 Series one of the mostcost-effective solutions in the company’s power-meter andsensor portfolio.The Agilent U8480 Series USB thermocouple power sensorsare now available worldwide. The U8481A-100 (10 MHz to 18GHz) and U8485A-100 (10 MHz to 33 GHz) are priced at $2,835and $4,028, respectively. The DC-coupled versions of thesensors, U8481A-200 (DC to 18 GHz) and U8485A-200 (DC to33 GHz) are priced at $3,043 and $4,236, respectively.Information on the U8480 Series is available at www.agilent.com/find/usbthermosensor_pr.Radian Research Portable On-Site Testing SolutionsRadian Research, a provider of advanced solutions for powerand energy measurement, introduces three new products forportable on-site meter testing. The newly released Bantam Plusportable three-phase meter test solution, Tx Auditor portabletransformer analyzer and Model 430 ultra-compact portablemeter test kit are the ultimate choice for energy meter testing.The Bantam Plus is the newest and most technologicallyadvanced portable three-phase meter site test solutionavailable for today’s metering professional. This innovativesolution supplies a safe, accurate and highly versatile answerto the diverse test requirements of today’s electric metering.The Bantam Plus is equipped with an automated test socket,embedded RD reference standard, fully isolated synthesizedcurrent and voltage source, on board operating system and achoice of 0.02% or 0.04% accuracy class.The Tx Auditor TM is designed with Radian’s years ofleadership and experience in electricity measurement. The resultis a technologically advanced and industry-leading solutionfor in service testing of current and potential transformers. TxAuditor can test burden ratio, admittance and demagnetize CTs.The Model 430 is the first Ultra-Compact Portable PhantomLoad Test Kit to support both the Radian Dytronic (RD) and theinstalled base of Radian Metronic (RM) reference standards.The Model 430 can perform open or closed link meter testing.Lightweight with convenient quick connect cabling the 430 is anideal budgetary solution for on-site meter testing.Bantam Plus portable three-phase meter test solution, TxAuditor portable transformer analyzer and Model 430 ultracompactportable meter test kit allow integration of data thoughoutyour organization. All three new products are compatiblewith Watt-Net Plus meter data management software. Watt-NetPlus tracks metering equipment over its life cycle and automatesmeter shop functions, including; clerical and administrative,meter and transformer testing, purchase order tracking,manufacturer and contact test data import. In addition, data canbe customized to fit your organization’s business rules.Radian is recognized throughout the world for the absoluteunparalleled accuracy, precision and stability of electric energymeasurement products. The new Bantam Plus, Tx Auditor andModel 430 are Radian’s proud addition to that tradition.Radian is dedicated to providing effective solutions forpower and energymeasurement.For additionalinformation on theBantam Plus, TxAuditor and Model430, please email yourrequest to radian@radianresearch.com or contactyour local RadianRepresentative.Information is alsoavailable on theweb at http://www.radianresearch.com.Jan • Feb • Mar 201319Cal Lab: The International Journal of Metrology
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