A tough challenge for test engineers is explored in terms of test methods, pitfalls, and measurement errors. For the test engineer, RF and microwave power amplifier testing imposes unique challenges.

Handset power amplifier test system handles 5-W from 10 MHz to 6 GHz; performs tests for swept power gain compression, intermodulaton distortion, S-parameters, harmonics, and noise figure; 4 to 6 ...

Let’s say that for a project you are working on, you need an op amp (of course, I would like it to be one of one of Touchstone’s op amps), and you want to make sure that the amplifier meets your ...

The third edition of IEC 61000-4-3, published in 2006, has mandated changes in some key areas that may require the replacement of your radiated immunity test amplifier. Along with extending the test ...