Test
Equipment, Individually Calibrated Antennas and Accessories for
EMC Testing
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out our new products:
PMM-8000
Plus
The new PMM8000
(PMM 8000 Plus) is a low cost, full CISPR 16-1 compliant receiver
that includes single pulse capability in the 9KHz—1.2 GHz
frequency range. Designed as a CISPR compliant receiver, its low
cost also makes it attractive for pre-compliance applications
that may evolve into a compliant test capability. With standard
and unique features too numerous to list here, the new PMM 8000
must be seen before a purchase decision is made.
PMM
7000— Click
here to download a demo.
The low cost
PMM 7000 is a time tested pre-compliance receiver that
features compliant system features and capabilities including:
3 simultaneous detectors, a built-in 16A LISN, a 30 to 100 MHz
active antenna, swept and manual modes, 10 selected memory locations
for standard test set-ups, overlay of swept plots, display of
10 worst peaks, FM/AM detection, zoom, great software and more!
For low cost and big system feel, the PMM-7000 can’t be beat.
PMM-8053
Whether it’s
EMC immunity testing or the need to address the new FCC
Radiation Hazard specifications (*OET-65), the PMM-8053 isotropic
sensor with X,Y,Z and total field display does it all. Probes
from 5Hz to 18GHz and features that include data logging with
adjustable intervals, internal memory (up to 8000 measurements),
and min/max/average field on an easy-to-read digital display.
*Check the FCC Web Site for OET 65 or call ARA for a synopsis.
SCOPE
4600-
The Scope 4600
is a true portable spectrum analyzer with dimensions of 22 x 10
x 4 cm and weighing approximately 1kg. Covering 100 KHz to1 GHz
with span widths from 2 MHz to 1 GHz, the Scope 4600 is an ideal
field and laboratory instrument. With its broadband noise source,
it has TDR capability for cable fault detection and indication
of VSWR. Accessories include Magnetic and E-Field probes, pre-amplifier,
RF current probe and software for PC interface.
Point2Point-
The new ARA/PPM
Point2Point systems provide fiber optic links for EUT
monitoring and other applications from DC to ^ 2GHz and digital
data from DC to ^1Gb/s. The system is also available with full
duplex RS232 data option for command or control information in
both directions. Whether the application is remote monitoring
and control in areas of high electrical interference or RF hazards,
the Point2Point is the ideal link. Available singly or racks with
up to 10 modules.
ETSi-4334—
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to download a demo.
Circuit Board Analyzer for identifying
sources of emissions and susceptible components from 150KHz to
3GHz! The ETSi-4334 is a new and unique EMC Board Analysis System
that provides high-resolution board level testing to locate sources
of radiated and conducted emissions. With 1mm resolution, it can
also be used for immunity testing by injecting a noise source
and mapping the excitation of susceptible traces and components.
Applications include board level improvements during development,
post OATS trouble shooting and production audits.
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EMC
TEST EQUIPMENT:
EMI Receiver from Full Compliance from 9 kHz to 1.2 GHz:
The PMM 9000 receiver
is the best price and performance EMI system on the market solving
EMC emission problems.
Complete and
Fully Automated Immunity Test System:
The PMM 6000S is a fully automated system designed
to perform conducted immunity test according to most accredited
international standards. The software has been designed to be
fully expandable for future standards modifications and to support
a wide variety of generators, power meters, and Coupling/Decoupling
Networks (CDNs) or injection clamps.
EMI Signal Analyzers:
EMI Receivers are the most important tools for EMC emission
tests. ARA provides a series of EMI receivers starting from a
pre-compliance unit up to full-compliance units, so that you can
choose the best cost-effective system for your tests
SCOPE 4600 RF
Measuring Equipment :
The SCOPE 4600 is a unique portable RF spectrum analyzer
up to 1 GHz for use in applications where larger instruments are
impracticable or inconvenient. The SCOPE 4600 is only 22 x 10
x 4 cm in size.
ELF/VLF Field Intensity
Meters:
ARA field intensity meters are designed to measure electric
and magnetic field strength in all human environments, i.e. at
offices or factories, near power lines, VDT measurements and other
electric equipment. All instruments are battery operated (and
external DC supply), fully portable, and offer superior ease of
use.
Electromagnetic
Field Strength Meters:
Our three complete multi-purpose field strength measurement
systems are ideal tools to meet a broad range of applications
such as EM susceptibility in anechoic chambers and TEM/GTEM cells,
EM territorial mapping / field pattern, and radiation hazard measurements
from high voltage power lines, medical equipment, telecommunication
and broadcast transmitters.
Isotropic Field Sensors:
ARA IBS series of broadband sensors are ideal for accurate
measurement of real power density levels within complex electromagnetic
environments.
Electromagnetic
Leak Detection System:
ARA LDS-5140 shielded enclosure leak detection system
is ideal for use in hard-to-reach places. It detects all the continuity
failures causing RF leaks, on soldering joints, links, angles,
doors, compartments, and crossings.
E&H Field Probes:
ARA HFP series probes and probe sets are ideal for detecting
and trouble-shooting E and H field emission from electronic circuit
boards, cases, traces, ICs, ribbons and cables.
ANTENNAS,
SENSORS & PROBES:
Biconical
Antennas 20 - 1000 MHz transmit/Receive:
ARA BCD and BCH series
of passive, biconical-dipole antennas are an excellent choice
for measurements of electric field strengths. Their compact size
and broadband characteristics make them ideal for use in shielded
rooms and anechoic chambers.
Dipole Antennas
1kHz - 1GHz:
Our ADA series dipole antennas and TDS series
tuned dipoles are ideally suited for measuring electric fields
accurately over a broad frequency range.
Extremely Broadband
E-Field Receiving Antennas:
Our SAS series antennas are extremely broadband portable
receiving antennas designed specifically for accurate measurement
of electric field intensity. They are ideally suited for wideband
emission testing and spectrum surveillance applications. Integral
active networks provide outstanding performance over the entire
frequency range of operation -- performance normally associated
with full-scale antennas which are much larger.
Horn Antennas - 200
MHz - 40 GHz:
Our DRG series horns provide flat gain and low VSWR
performance over multi-octave bands.
Horn Antennas - Standard
Gain:
Our SWH series Standard Gain horn antennas are available
in contiguous waveguide bands from 750 MHz to 40 GHz. Characterized
by antenna factors that are flat to within +/- 0.5 dB, Standard
Gain Horns make an excellent choice as reference standards for
emissions testing above 1 GHz as outlined in ANSI C63.4.
Log Periodic Dipoles
20 MHz - 18 GHz Transmit/Receive:
Our LPD series antennas are lightweight, high gain
log periodic dipoles designed to transmit and receive signals
over a broad band. All LPD antennas are linearly polarized. Polarization
adjustment is possible in any plane with a universal joint. Our
LPC series is the dual polarized version of our LPD series antennas.
Broadband EMC Test
Antennas (BICOGs®):
With a frequency range that typically requires two antennas
to cover, the BICOG® is an excellent choice for emission
(FCC-18, EN 55022 and ANSI C63.4) and immunity (IEC 1000-4-3)
testing. The broadband frequency response reduces the number of
time-consuming antenna changes required in a typical EMC test
setup.
Magnetic Field Antennas
100 Hz - 100 MHz:
Our BBH series broadband magnetic field antennas are
designed to provide maximum sensitivity for receiving magnetic
field signals in the VLF through VHF spectrum. These antennas
are responsive primarily to the magnetic component of an electromagnetic
field with practically no sensitivity to the electric component.
The electrical balance with respect to ground and cables renders
them almost immune to common mode interference.
Loop
Antennas, Untuned 20 Hz - 100 MHz:
Our line of untuned loops includes both active
and passive antennas to meet a wide range of testing requirements.
All antennas may be mounted on ARA TP series and other tripods
using 1/4-20 studs.
Monopoles
/ Whips 100 Hz - 300 MHz:
Our active as well as passive rod antennas offer flat antenna
factors, extreme sensitivities, ultra wide dynamic range and rugged
construction.
Conical
Log Spirals 100 MHz - 10 GHz:
Our CLS series antennas are compact, moderate gain,
low VSWR conical log spirals designed to transmit and receive
signals over a broad band. They are available with left or right
circular polarization.
Individually Calibrated
Antenna Kits 20 MHz - 40 GHz:
Our TAK series test antenna kits are comprised of individually
calibrated antennas as well as compact, transportable E and H
field sensors for use in EMC and TEMPEST testing. For each TAK
kit, antenna selection is optimized for convenience, performance
and economy. Test antenna kits are available for FCC, VDE, CISPR,
EN, MIL-STD and TEMPEST testing.
Injection and Current
Probes 20 Hz - 1 GHz:
Our BCP series current probes are designed for use
with EMI instruments to measure interference currents in accordance
with MIL-STD-461/462 D, IEC 1000-4-6, SAE J1547, British defense
59-41 Pt 3 and other commercial and military specifications. These
are current transformers which accurately measure RF current in
an electrical conductor (or bundle of conductors) without making
a direct connection with the conductor.
E&H Field Probes:
Our HFP series probes and probe sets are ideal for
detecting and troubleshooting E and H field emission from electronic
circuit boards, cases, traces, ICs, ribbons and cables. These
probes offer excellent performance and ease of use. The design
allows easy access to tight and hard to reach places including
corners.
Sensors, Transmitters,
Integrators:
ARA and Thomson-CSF jointly bring you a full range of measurement
systems which facilitate electromagnetic compatibility diagnosis.
Our active and passive sensors are invaluable when precise measurement
of the fields is necessary to identify the source of non-compliance.
E-Field Generators
RF Test Sets for Shielding Effectiveness:
Our electric field generators are designed for producing large
electric fields for use in radiated susceptibility testing of
electronic equipment. A pair of loop antennas and a pair of rod
antennas are offered as RF test sets for measuring shielding effectiveness
in accordance with MIL-STD 285 and NSA 65-6.
ACCESSORIES
FOR EMC TESTING:
Antenna
Support Masts and Towers:
Our MA series is ideal for FCC
Class A and B "Quick Scans" or "Pre Scans".
Slide Bar & Controller: The SB600
slide bar, which is operated via a remote controller, automates
the process to make radiated power emissions measurements, in
accordance with such standards as EN55014, CISPR 14 and VDE0875.
Line Impedance Stabilization
Networks (LISNs):
Our LISN series Line Impedance Stabilization Networks are
designed to make emissions voltage measurements as specified in
VDE 0871, CISPR publication 16 and Part 15 of the FCC regulations.
FOLNET Controller
for Shielded Data Transmission Products:
ARA's Shielded Data Transmission products are configured around
a control system (FOLNET Controller), which has industry standard
interfaces for integration with computer controlled instrumentation.
Camera Systems:
ARA's Shielded Video Systems are making an important contribution
to improving the quality of test programs. The continuous visual
monitoring of test chambers and systems under test means that
problems can be quickly detected and rectified.
Shielded Fiber
Optic Links:
Our Shielded Data transmission products cover the bandwidth
from DC to 1 GHz, with Signal to Noise Ratios of up to 45 dB.
Recently developed modulation techniques have made an important
breakthrough in achieving highly stable performance from DC to
30 MHz.
Turntables:
ARA offers a wide range of turntables, which are ideally
suited for EMI compliance testing. Field Site Test Sources: Our
CFS series comb generators are ideal for calibrating radiated
measurement sites and regular verification of integrity of a test
site. Three different models provide harmonic signals of 1 MHz
and 5 MHz frequency steps. (De)Coupling Networks & EM Clamps:Our
Coupling / Decoupling Networks are used for the immunity test
standard IEC 1000-4-6 on interfaces, power supply lines and earth
lines. They are ready to work without any special installations
required.
Tripods:
Our TP series tripods are ideally suited for mounting
antennas in an EMI/TEMPEST test environment. Primary composition
of many of these tripods is wood, fiberglass or other dielectric
materials. These models offer minimum reflection in a test environment.
SERVICES:
Calibrations / Recalibrations:
Calibrations are made using
the Reference Antenna Method (RAM) and the Standard Site Method
(SSM, also known as Three Antenna Method), both of which are described
in ANSI standard C63.5. Our calibrations are traceable to the
National Institute of Standards and Technology and our test equipment
is periodically calibrated. For additional calibrations and recalibrations
of our antennas and similar antennas from other manufacturers,
please contact our repair and calibration department for a return
authorization number prior to shipping the equipment to ARA @:
301-937-8888 ext.122. We recommend annual calibration for reliable
testing.
Repairs:
Please contact our repair and calibration department
for a return authorization number prior to shipping the equipment
to ARA @: 301-937-8888 ext.122.
Engineering:
ARA has both the capability for customizing standard
products and designing new products to meet special and unique
requirements. R&D is an important element of our strategy
to evolve new products. We take great pride in providing
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