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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The primary function of a preamplifier is to extract the signal from the detector without significantly degrading the intrinsic signal-to noise ratio. Three basic types of preamplifiers are available: the current-sensitive preamplifier, the parasitic-capacitance preamplifier, and the charge-sensitive preamplifier. ORTEC manufactures a preamplifier to fit your detector, your application, and your budget.
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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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Active Input Module for Teledyne RESON TC4014 and TC4032, Hydrophones with Built-In Preamplifiers
EC6076
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The EC6076 Active Input module is for the Teledyne RESON TC4014 and TC4032 hydrophones with built-in pre-amplifiers.EC6076 provides an easy interface to the hydrophones, it al-lows use of the differential output from the hydrophones ei-ther via direct feedthrough of the signal on an XLR output con-nector or via the built-in differential amplifier that converts the differential hydrophone signal into a single-ended +6dB signal on a BNC/coax out. EC6076 has a built-in rechargeable battery that provides power for the EC6076 differential amplifier and the TC4000 hydrophone.
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Externally Polarized Precision Condenser Microphones & Preamplifiers
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Externally polarized microphones set the initial standard for all acoustic test and measurement applications. They rely on a dedicated 200V power supply and specialized cables with 7-pin LEMO® connectors. Their straightforward design supports a wide product range. Often chosen as replacements for existing models or when prepolarized alternatives are unavailable.
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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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High-Sensitivity Tri-Axial Accelerometer with Built-In Preamplifier
NP-7310
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NP-7310 is the accelerometer with built-in preamplifier, and capable of tri–axial directions simultaneous measurement. It is suitable for the low frequency vibration measurement such as ground vibration or floor vibration while operating the machine. NP-7310 can be used with the sensor amplifier unit such as AU-2100, AU-2300 or PS-1300. Also, it is possible to input directly to the analyzer or recorder which the constant current amplifier is built-in such as the FFT Analyzer of DS-2000 series, DS-3000 series, CF-7200A, CF-9000 series or CF-3650/3850 series.
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Hydrophone
TC4047
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The TC4047 miniature hydrophone offers a useable frequency range from 1kHz to 170kHz. The hydrophone incorporates a high quality 20dB low-noise pre-amplifi er which provides optimal conditions for signal transmission. The high sensitivity provides excellent signal to noise ratio and immunity against induced cable noise. The hydrophone is omnidirectional up-to 100kHz and has uniform receiving characteristic from 1kHz to 100kHz. An insert calibration circuit enables remote testing of the hydrophone condition. The hydrophone comes with a SEACON connector. The sensor element is permanently encapsulated in Special formulated NBR to ensure long term reliability. The rubber has been specially compounded to ensure acoustic impedance close to that of water. The strainrelief and outer jacket of the cable is made of high density polyurethane. TC4047 can be used in sea or fresh water.
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PXIe-5668, Up to 26.5 GHz PXI Vector Signal Analyzer
783156-01
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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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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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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Noise Figure Measurements With Vector Correction
S97029B
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The instrument’s standard receivers are used for noise figure measurements with the S97029B. An external preamplifier and filter(s) is required for devices with < 30 dB of excess noise (gain plus noise figure in dB)
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RX Pre-Amplifier System
RAM-34
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The RAM-34 is a complete pre-amplifier system designed primarily for the low bands 160M thru 40M. It has inputs for four receive antennas and internal 3-pole bandpass filters for 160M, 80M and 40M. In addition to the pre-amplifier, it has a step attenuator that togetherwith the amplifier stage provides gains from -20 dB to +20 dB in 5 dB steps. This allows equalizing the signal levels between the antenna inputs. Gain settings are memorized for each antenna on each band. Different types of receive antennas have different signal levels and the gain memories eliminate the need to adjust the receiver or pre-amplifier when switching between the antennas.
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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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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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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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Amplifier Module
LNAM-LPA
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We offer an evaluation board and case for the LNAM-B and LNAM-FBX modules. This Laboratory PreAmplifier (LPA) solution is powered by a switch-mode power supply and gives access to the LNAM in- and outputs via BNC sockets.
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Accessories
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Spectrum Accessories: Cables, A/D External Pre-Amplifiers, D/A Amplifier Card, Clock and Trigger Distribution, Docking Stations
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Ambient Single Point Kelvin Probe System
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This single point Kelvin Probe System operates under ambient conditions and is small enough to be placed in a customized glowth box. The probe head operates with an oscillating membrane and can be easily exchanged. The preamplifier is integrated inside the probe head.
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350 MHz Preamplifier
SIM914
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Stanford Research Systems, Inc.
The SIM914 350 MHz Preamplifier contains two wide-bandwidth, DC-coupled amplifiers, each with a gain of 5 (14 dB). Its fast rise time, low noise and excellent DC accuracy make it an ideal instrument for amplifying signals like those from photomultiplier tubes and photodiodes.
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Acoustic Emission Sensors
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Acoustic wave (acoustic emission) sensors are the ceramic piezoelectric transducers converting the mechanical elastic acoustic waves generated in the material (e.g. elastic waves occur when a material cracks, wears, deforms, or corrodes) to electrical signals. The electrical signals are then amplified and filtered by a preamplifier and then transmitted to a special acoustic emission acquisition instrument for further data processing and analysis.
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Noise Figure Analysis Using NI PXI RF Test Instruments
NI-RFmx Noise Figure
Test Instrument
Measure noise figure, gain, Y-factor, effective temperatures, hot and cold power, and moreOptimized calibration and measurement routines for multi-DUT test using Y-factor and cold sourceSupports the PXIe-5668R 26.5 GHz VSA, the PXIe-5698 26.5 GHz preamplifier, and VSTsDesigned for use with industry-standard noise sources such as the Noisecom NC346 Series
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High Impedance Preamplifier
1671
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The Model 1671 is a single ended low noise field effect transistor
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Preamplifier, 10 MHz to 4 GHz
87405B
Amplifier
Preamplifiers and System Noise Figure Application Note This note discusses noise figure basics including applications and characteristics of Keysight simplifier technology. Highlighted are Keysight's 87405C portable preamplifiers that provide an exceptional gain of 25 dB up to 18 GHz and a probe-power bias connection which eliminates the need for an additional DC power supply. Read the Preamplifiers and System Noise Figure Application Note now!
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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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ICP Microphone System
HT378B02
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This model includes a 1/2" microphone cartridge, a mated preamplifier with TEDS, and system calibration. Click the following for individual component information.
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(40×70×12mm) Single Channel Small Form Factor Gain Block Pre-Amplifier EDFA Module
SPA4300-GM01
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Hangzhou Huatai Optic Tech. Co., Ltd.
SPA4300-GM01 is a single channel Gain Block Pre-Amplifier EDFA module , adopts subminiature 40×70×12mm compact package, combined with artistic package and best optic performance, creating the best flexible and variable low-cost amplifier in the market. This module is suitable for multiple network application, especially the application that requires 40GB/S transmission speed.
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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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Low Noise Current Preamplifier
SR570
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Stanford Research Systems, Inc.
The SR570 is a low-noise current preamplifier capable of current gains as large as 1 pA/V. High gain and bandwidth, low noise, and many convenient features make the SR570 ideal for a variety of photonic, low temperature and other measurements.
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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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CZT Gamma-Ray Detector Spectrometer
GR Family
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The Kromek GR family is a range of CZT-based high-performance gamma-ray spectrometers. They are completely self-contained, with built-in preamplifier, shaping amplifier, baseline restorer, pulse height digitizer, and HV supply. The digitized pulse heights of detected gamma-ray signals are sent to a PC via the USB. The unit is powered entirely from the USB bus, so no external power supply is needed.
