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.