Description
This 5W SMA dummy load is designed for environments where standard 0.5W or 2W terminators would overheat. It often features an integrated heat sink or an enlarged body made of high-grade aluminum or stainless steel to effectively dissipate thermal energy. Internally, it utilizes a precision-ground 50 Ohm resistor and PTFE dielectric to ensure electrical consistency across the entire DC to 3 GHz spectrum.
The SMA Male interface is built for durability, using gold-plated center contacts to ensure low contact resistance over hundreds of mating cycles. It is the industry standard for terminating unused ports on high-power directional couplers, combiners, and power amplifiers, ensuring that the system remains balanced and free from interference-causing standing waves.
Key Technical Advantages
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Enhanced Power Dissipation: Specifically rated to handle 5 Watts of continuous RF power, preventing component failure in high-output transmission lines.
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Stable VSWR Performance: Delivers a consistent 50 Ohm match, reducing reflected power and protecting sensitive output stages of power amplifiers.
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Industrial-Grade Construction: Typically features a larger, heat-dissipating housing that protects the internal precision resistor from thermal drift.
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Broadband Coverage: Optimized for 3 GHz, making it compatible with a wide range of cellular (4G/5G), satellite, and military communication bands.
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Secure RF Shielding: The solid metal construction provides elite shielding effectiveness, preventing signal leakage and ensuring measurement accuracy.
Key Features
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Impedance: 50 Ohm (±1 Ohm).
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Power Rating: 5 Watts (Continuous).
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Frequency Range: DC to 3 GHz.
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Connector Type: SMA Male (Plug).
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Body Material: Aluminum / Stainless Steel / Nickel-Plated Brass.
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Applications: High-Power RF Testing, Port Termination, and System Protection.
🔹 Applications:
- Medium power RF signal termination
- RF lab testing and measurement
- Wireless communication systems
- Antenna port termination
- RF module testing and calibration
- Signal conditioning in telecom systems
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