Anritsu MA2411B – Pulse Sensor

The Anritsu MA2411B is a pulse sensor engineered for precise measurement of pulsed RF power across demanding laboratory and field applications. Operating via thermistor-based and diode detection principles, it delivers true average power measurement with ±1.0% typical accuracy. The sensor integrates with Anritsu RF power meters through a dedicated digital interface, enabling comprehensive characterization of transient and time-varying RF signals.

Technical Specifications Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 40 GHz Power Measurement Range: -60 dBm to +20 dBm Measurement Accuracy: ±1.0% (typical) at +25°C Pulse Characteristics:

Minimum pulse width: 100 ns

Rise time: Less than 1 µs

Fall time: Less than 1 µs

Measurable parameters: pulse peak power, pulse average power, pulse width, duty cycle, rise time, fall time Electrical Interface: Type N female connector (standard) Physical Specifications:

Weight: 0.3 kg (0.66 lbs)

Operating temperature: 0°C to +55°C

Storage temperature: -40°C to +70°C

Key Features

True average power measurement for pulsed RF signals

Thermistor-based sensing with diode detection

Sub-microsecond rise and fall time resolution

100 ns minimum pulse width detection capability

Wide dynamic range spanning -60 dBm to +20 dBm

Compact, portable design at 0.3 kg

Typical Applications

Pulse power characterization in radar and communications systems

Transient RF signal analysis

Duty cycle and pulse parameter measurement

Laboratory-based RF power verification

Compatibility & Integration The MA2411B connects to compatible Anritsu RF power meters via dedicated sensor interface cable. Measurement data transmits digitally to the meter for display and logging. Type N female connector accommodates standard RF cables and adapters. Verification of specific power meter compatibility is required prior to deployment.