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Supporting Heavy RF Components at an Instrument Port
Support heavy accessories and cables so their weight does not bend…
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Measuring RF Attenuator Insertion Loss
Measure transmission through the attenuator relative to a defined reference path,…
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Acceptance Limits and RF Measurement Uncertainty
A pass/fail rule should account for measurement uncertainty when a result…
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RF Voltage from Power in a 50-Ohm System
For a purely resistive matched load, RMS voltage equals the square…
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When Does an N-Type Attenuator Make Sense?
An N-type attenuator makes sense when the existing RF path uses…
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RF Attenuator Inspection and Care Before Connection
Inspect an RF attenuator’s connectors and body before connecting it, particularly…
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Diagnosing an Erratic Rotary Attenuator Reading
Check connections and measurement stability before attributing an erratic result to…
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RF Load Frequency Rating: What the Upper Limit Means
A load’s frequency rating identifies the band over which specified RF…
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Can a DC Block Pass a Pulsed RF Signal?
A DC block can pass a pulsed RF carrier within its…
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Where Should a Coaxial Surge Protector Be Installed?
Follow the protector and site installation design, including the required bonding…