Preamplifiers
Detect and strengthen a signal prior to greater amplification.
See Also: Amplifiers, RF Amplifiers, Current Amplifiers, Audio Amplifiers, Voltage Amplifiers, Transconductance Amplifiers, Op Amps, Klystron, Instrumentation Amplifiers, Distribution Amplifiers
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Preamplifiers
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A.H. Systems'' Preamplifier line is an excellent choice with a rugged design, no hassles with soldering your own power leads and they improve overall system sensitivity by at least 20 dB. All of A.H. Systems'' Preamplifiers come with a 12-volt (or 15-volt) DC regulated power source. A low voltage indicator confidently allows you to power the amplifier with your own external 12-volt DC battery. This makes it a convenient choice for field measurements. See table below for amplifier specifications.
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Preamplifiers
AH-series
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A broad mix of in-line preamplifiers and accessories are offered to enhance hydrophone measurements by increasing the gain, preserving the flatness response, extending the dynamic range, and minimizing reflections.
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Modern Prepolarized Precision Condenser Microphones & Preamplifiers
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Modern prepolarized microphones are designed with newer technology than traditional externally polarized microphones. Prepolarized microphones have many advantages over the externally polarized models. They use ICP® power circuitry invented for sensors by PCB®. By applying a polymer coating to the top of the backplate and embedding a charge on it, expensive 200V power supplies can be eliminated and 2-20 mA constant current supplies or signal conditioners can be used as the power source.
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Preamplifiers
LNA Series
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Low noise amplifier with 12.5 dB of gain covering the nominal frequency range 1 MHz to 3 GHz and can be used in the range from 200 kHz to 4 GHz. With its high gain and low noise figure, it will significantly increase the sensitivity of virtually all spectrum analyzers and other RF measuring instruments. All measuring instruments have a 'noise figure', which is a measure of how good the instrument is at measuring low level signals, the lower this figure, the better, although the lowest signal level will still be governed by the measurement bandwidth. A typical spectrum analyzer may have a noise figure of 20 dB or more, whereas a typical receiver may have a noise figure of 10 dB. The preamplifier has a noise figure of typically 4 dB, significantly enhancing the low level performance of such instruments, enabling signals that were previously masked by noise to be seen.
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Preamplifiers
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Is an electronic amplifier that converts a weak electrical signal into an output signal strong enough to be noise-tolerant and strong enough for further processing, or for sending to a power amplifier and a loudspeaker.
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Lock-In Voltage Preamplifier
SR552
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Stanford Research Systems, Inc.
The SR552 Voltage Preamplifier is designed to work with SRS lock-in amplifiers, providing gain where it is needed most?right at the experiment. The preamplifier minimizes noise and pickup in the connecting lines and can reduce measurement time in noise-limited experiments.
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Low Noise Prepolarized Microphone
378A04
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The 378A04 is a matched system that is comprised of a high sensitivity microphone and a low noise preamplifier that contains a built-in filter that enables the free-field response to remain flat over a wide frequency range. The system requires a minimum of 4 mA and measures to 6.5 dBA (5.5 dBA typical) within a cost efficient, prepolarized (0V) design. PCB's model 378A04, the industry's first prepolarized low noise microphone and preamplifier system allows you to measure extremely low amplitudes. In the past this was only possible with externally polarized solutions. With a typical noise floor of 5.5dBA, this microphone system delivers all of the benefits commonly associated with prepolarized systems.
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USB Preamplifier, 10 MHz to 4 GHz
U7227A
Amplifier
The U7227A, 10 MHz to 4 GHz USB preamplifier is designed to bring reliable gain and low noise figure to measurement systems improving the overall system performance and reduce systematic errors; a total solution to the X-Series signal analyzers to perform noise figure measurements.
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Signal Amplifier
ZET 410
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The ZET 410 preamplifier is used as a signal amplifier in processing systems and various instruments and actuator control systems. It is used in industry, laboratory and mobile studies.
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Octal Digital Multi Channel Analyzer
V1782
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The V1782 is the new CAEN Octal 32k digital MCA. Designed for high energy resolution semiconductor detector is perfectly suited for those application in which the number of input channels start becoming relevant such as when segmented HPGe, Clovers and silicon detectors are involved.The V1782 provides four steps of software selectable coarse gain and two possible jumper selectable dynamical ranges (0.2-0.4-0.8-1.6 Vpp and 1-2-4-8 Vpp).It is also compatible with Transitor reset preamplifier thanks to the jumper selectable 10 us AC coupling.
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Microphone System
378B02
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This model includes a 1/2" microphone cartridge, a mated preamplifier with TEDS, and system calibration.
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Low-Noise Voltage Preamplifier
SR560
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Stanford Research Systems, Inc.
The SR560 is a high-performance, low-noise preamplifier that is ideal for a wide variety of applications including low-temperature measurements, optical detection, and audio engineering
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USB Preamplifier, 100 MHz to 26.5 GHz
U7227C
Amplifier
The U7227C, 100 MHz to 26.5 GHz USB preamplifier is designed to bring reliable gain and low noise figure to measurement systems improving the overall system performance and reduce systematic errors; a total solution to the X-Series signal analyzers to perform noise figure measurement
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Shield Level / Pathloss Equipment
SG1000B/PR1000A
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The SG1000 Signal Generator and PR1000A Preamplifier have been designed to simplify the measurement of shielding integrity in a shielded enclosure. When coupled with a high stability spectrum analyzer and an appropriate selection of test antennas, the SG1000/PR1000A combination can measure shielding effectiveness at all of the NSA 94-106 (supersedes NSA 65-6) defined test frequencies from 1 kHz to 10 GHz.The PR1000A amplifies the received signal from the test antenna and overcomes the high noise figure of the companion test receiver or spectrum analyzer. The PR1000A will ensure that the system noise figure will be less than 4.5 dB at all test frequencies from 1 kHz to 10 GHz. When used with a spectrum analyzer measurement bandwidth of 100 Hz, the system exhibits a sensitivity of -150 dBm at the test antenna output.To overcome high cable loss between the test antenna and the PR1000A assembly at 10 GHz, a remote low noise pre-amplifier (Praxsym PN 310-010091-001) is mounted directly onto the 10 GHz antenna.
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Amplifiers
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Becker Nachrichtentechnik GmbH
Becker Nachrichtentechnik GmbH offers a large portfolio of high performance broadband RF amplifiers. Optimized for linearity, high dynamic range and low noise, they cover all widely used radio standards like cellular, satellite radio, TETRA/BOS, GNSS, GPS, 802.11, including the new bands for LTE-U. They amplify wideband radio signals from shortwave over UHF, VHF up to 18 GHz in 50 Ohm technology (I-band, G-band, P-band, L-band, S-band, C-band and X-band). They are used as compact RF drivers, antenna pre-amplifiers or RF boosters in a variety of applications ranging from tunnel radio coverage extension, over airspace radio monitoring to in-ear monitoring and can also be offered as 1U 19” rack variants. Due to their advanced design, the power consumption is significant lower than typical industry alternatives, saving cost at customers with respect to cooling.
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Microphones/Preamplifiers
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To apply gain to (amplify) the signal without changing how the signal sounds.
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Read-Write Analyzers
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Guzik Read/Write Analyzers (RWA) work in conjunction with Spinstands to write data to the disk media and read back the signal for detailed analysis. We have two RWA-4000 series available for For Two Dimensional Magnetic Recording (TDMR) and non-TDMR technologies. The RWA 4000 series offer upto 8Gbit/sec maximum write data rate and 3.5 GHz analog bandwidth for all parametric measurements. Each RWA features a pattern generator with 1psec resolution of bit pre-compensation and supports PRML chip integration. Servo writing and processing is provided for Guzik Spinstand models. Select the pre-amplifier (UP14) as well as a variety of enhancements including programmable filters and PRML chip adapters.
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Saluki SE4002 FET Input Preamplifier
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The SE4002 is a low-noise, ultra-high input impedance preamplifier with excellent common-mode rejection. It is designed to work with any Saluki digital lock-in amplifier. The preamplifier minimizes noise and pickup in the connecting lines and reduces measurement time in noise-limited experiments.
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1 MHz Bandwidth Voltage Preamplifier with Bandpass Filter
EC6081 mk2 - preamplifier
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The EC6081 mk2 (VP2000) is a 1MHz bandwidth voltage preamplifier with bandpass filter that is designed for uses in conjunction with piezoelectric hydrophones. VP2000 offers excellent low-noise performance over the entire frequency range; and adjustable gain selection. A range of 12 high-pass and 12 low-pass filters are available, these allow ideal band pass filter settings.
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Accelerometer (Charge Output Type)
NP-2000 Series
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This sensor converts mechanical vibrations into electric signals in proportion of vibration acceleration.You can choose the one that is ideal for your purpose,conditions,applications etc. from wide variety of selection.Charge amplifier is necessary because it is a charge output type,however, compared to pre-amplifier built-in type, it can be used at higher temperature in general.
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Headphone Test Fixture
AEC206
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The Larson Davis Model AEC206 Binaural Test Fixture is the tool for testing supra-aural, circumaural, supra-concha, intraconcha, and insert-type headphones. Preassembled with IEC 60318-4 (711) occluded-ear simulators and TEDS compatible preamplifiers that provide electronic calibration information, the Model AEC206 is user-friendly and easy to learn. Additionally, calibration is a simple process—a custom adapter is included for the Model CAL250 acoustic calibrator or similar device.
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Signal Processor Board
MS 1532
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- Frequency coverage from 5 kHz to 30 MHz in 1-Hz steps- High dynamic range: +30 dBm 3rd-order intercept typical- Digital filtering provides 58 IFBWs from 56 Hz to 8.0 kHz with exceptional shape factors- AM, Synchronous AM, FM, CW, USB, LSB & ISB detection modes standard- Tunable notch filter- Fast, flexible scanning with 100 memory channels- Large readable LED displays & user-friendly controls- Noise blanking & pass band tuning- Internal switchable preamplifier & attenuator- Operator-selectable RS-232, RS-485, or- RS-422 remote control- Viretx 5 FPGA based design (Two virtex for image processing)- LPC2468 ARM 7 Processor based design- MIL1553B and RS485 Interface- Two High speed 14 bit ADC (125MSPS) for I & Q Sampling- Direct sampling 2-30MHz- Audio CODEC- Conduction Cooled Board
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2-Ch Sensor Amplifier
SR-2210
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The SR-2210 sensor amplifier accepts constant-current line drive sensors and connects the signal to analyzers and recorders that would not otherwise be compatible with constant-current sensors.The units connects directly with BNC connectors to ONO's model MI-3111 microphone preamplifiers and NP-3000 series of accelerometers.With compact, light-weight, battery operation, it can save for preparation of measurement.
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PXIe-5668, Up to 26.5 GHz PXI Vector Signal Analyzer
783156-02
Signal Module
Up to 26.5 GHz PXI Vector Signal Analyzer - The PXIe‑5668 offers wide bandwidth with high-performance measurement performance and speed. It meets the challenging requirements of applications such as wireless communications, radio frequency integrated circuit characterization, RADAR test, and spectrum monitoring and signal intelligence. With its implementation as a PXI instrument, the PXIe‑5668 also features the fast measurement speed required for high-volume manufacturing test, and multi-instrument synchronization capabilities for phase-coherent MIMO test. You can use the optionally included PXIe-5698 preamplifier to improve dynamic range and sensitivity near the instrument noise floor.
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X-Ray Preamplifier Power Supply
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The X-ray Preamplifier Power Supply (XPPS) provides power for 50 or more preamplifiers. The 19-inch rack-mount or benchtop unit contains linear power supplies that generate +/-12V @ 5.1 Amperes and +/-24V @ 3.6 Amperes, with very little noise.
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FieldFox Handheld Microwave Signal Analyzer, 32 GHz
N9960B
Signal Analyzer
A lightweight, durable, software-enabled, microwave signal analyzer, interference analyzer, distance-tracking generator, preamplifier, power meter, and more.
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Power modules
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G.R.A.S. Sound & Vibration A/S
It provides polarization voltage for the transducer, ensuring that the microphone gets the charging voltage it needs.It provides supply voltage for the microphone preamplifier. The preamplifier acts as a unity gain impedance converter. It provides a certain amount of line drive capability by providing a low output impedance and output current, making it possible to transmit the signal from the transducer to the Power Module without significant degradation.A power module can provide amplification or attenuation to the signal, thus making it possible to fine tune the measurement chain to the signals being measured and the hardware being used.Selectable filters make it possible to exclude unwanted noise from the measurement, e.g. wind induced noise from outdoor measurements.Overload detection makes it possible to validate the measurements and is a useful tool in monitoring setups.When a Power Module with gain is used, you can use longer cables because of the power module's ability to deliver current.A Power module introduces electrical isolation
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Broadband Amplifiers
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Blonder Tongue Laboratories, Inc.
Blonder Tongue offers a variety of RF amplifiers for broadband CATV or OTA (over-the-air) applications. Be it a 1GHz power doubling two-way indoor distribution amplifier or a mast-mounted preamplifier, or anything in between, we have you covered.
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Mini Receiver
FB7-NX
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In about 1935, the National Radio Company of Malden, Mass., brought out a “hot” high frequency receiver, called the FB7, and the subsequent FB-7X. It featured a super-hetrodyne design with plug-in coils that gave it a broad frequency range. The “X” model also incorporated a crystal filter in the intermediate frequency section, thus giving it additional selectivity. The receiver was viewed by radio amateurs as a technological breakthrough, and it was also used commercially for point to point high frequency communications. As the receiver did not have an internal RF amplifier section, a separately tunable RF amplifier was later provided in a separate enclosure for additional performance capabilities. Now, National RF, Inc., is resurrecting the fabled receiver name with an all solid-state, hot mini receiver, which also utilizes plug-in coils to cover the HF spectrum. The mini-receiver is designed for use by radio amateurs as well as serious short-wave listeners, and allows reception of AM, CW, and SSB signals. It incorporates a super-hetrodyne design with a dual gate FET built-in RF preamplifier and a ceramic filter for selectivity, often required when used in a crowded amateur radio band. In addition, the receiver has a buffered rear panel output of the high frequency oscillator for use with either a frequency counter for exact receive frequency display, or for interface with an outboard transmitter. A rear panel jack is also provided for muting the receiver when a transmitter is placed into the transmit mode. And, the receiver is small enough to fit into carry-on luggage and taken on trips when it is desired to “keep an ear” on amateur radio or other high frequency activity. The receiver utilizes rear panel plug-in coil assemblies which contain the RF amplifier, mixer, and oscillator tuned circuits. Each plug-in coil assembly also comes with a separate dial scale, which is inserted onto the front panel for displaying the tuned frequency. A very smooth 6 to 1 planetary drive is used for tuning the receiver. Other front panel controls include RF preamplifier peak, volume control, Beat Frequency Oscillator adjustment, and RF gain control. Other switches include filter bandwidth, AM/CW/SSB selection, Power, and a general coverage/band spread control for certain plug-in assemblies. The receiver is intended to drive head-phones via a rear panel jack, but has sufficient output to drive a small external speaker.
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JFET Voltage Preamplifier
SIM910
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Stanford Research Systems, Inc.
The SIM910 and SIM911 are low-noise, programmable preamplifiers which are ideal for a wide range of small signal applications. The primary differences between the two models are their input impedance and input noise.
