Maury Microwave has extended its range of NanoTM Series (NT-series) automated impedance tuners with the addition of two new models. They are the NT-8G-65G-1C and NT-8G-65G-1C-C with an integrated coupler. The new models cover an extended frequency range from 8 GHz to 65 GHz, enabling high-gamma load- or source-pull characterization across a wide spectrum. A typical VSWR of up to 18:1 is achievable at 65 GHz, with a minimum VSWR of 10:1 across the entire frequency range. This capability is critical for evaluating performance under varying impedance conditions, including those near the edge of the Smith Chart. With the NT-series tuners, design and test engineers can now efficiently determine optimized matching conditions to extract noise parameters and maximize output power or power-added efficiency.
These tuners offer high-perform characteristics iancen a compact size to simplify on-wafer probe station integration by using a direct probe connection, which effectively maximizes the VSWR at the DUT reference plane and minimizes phase skew for modulated signals. Patented closed-loop feedback motor control is also incorporated to further enhance both measurement accuracy and repeatability.
Additional Features and Benefits of the NT-series Automated Impedance Tuners
- Compact, lightweight design optimized for seamless integration with on-wafer probe station
- Direct connection to probe maximizes tuning range and reduces phase skew
- Eliminates the need for external probe mounts, cables, and couplers
- Minimizes transmission line lengths by bringing turning element closer to the DUT
Models are available with integrated low-loss, high-directivity coupler and can be requested during order.
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