Test & Measurement
27GHz PXI vector signal analyser unveiled
Agilent Technologies has introduced the M9393A PXIe performance vector signal analyser (VSA), offering speed and accuracy up to 27 GHz. The analyser can be used for manufacturing and design validation of transmitters and components for radar, military, satellite and commercial wireless communications.
LabVIEW Developer Tour takes in UK and Ireland venues
The National Instruments LabVIEW Developer Tour offers engineers and scientists the opportunity to learn programming skills from a range of technical sessions, product demonstrations and hands-on sessions, aimed at both the new and experienced user. With the choice of two tracks, delegates can tailor the day to suit their individual needs and experience.
In-line fibre polarimeter unveiled at OFC 2014
Phoenix Photonics will unveil the Polarimeter as part of its expanded Firebird instrumentation range at the OFC 2014 exhibition in San Francisco (March 9-13). The Phoenix In-Line Fiber Polarimeter complements the popular FireBird range allowing for measurement of SOP changes. The instrument provides for minimally invasive polarisation analysis in fiber systems.
HVDC power supply enhances railway engineering test options
REO (UK), has launched a new high voltage direct current (HVDC) power supply for multi-function use. The REOLAB 420 boasts a range of high-stability innovations to improve testing in railway engineering. It is a three phase DC high voltage power supply that is ideal for use as an auxiliary supply, and is used for the development and testing of frequency converters for railway engineering.
Waveform generators enhance signal measurement accuracy
Agilent Technologies has unveiled the 33600A Series waveform generators with exclusive Trueform signal-generation technology. This enables the instruments to generate a full range of signals for demanding measurements required during electronic device design and manufacturing test. The Series, which comprises four different one- and two-channel models, can generate waveforms up to 120 MHz at a 1 GSa/s sampling rate
Tool for the precise inspection of adhesive beads
Suitable for the recognition of disruptions, slubs and contractions on adhesive beads, the EyeSens AdBead tool has been announced by Eye Vision Technology. A tool for the inspection of adhesive beads, the core of the machine vision system is a specially developed method for the control of adhesive bead surfaces.
Upgrade promotion celebrates scope anniversary
Agilent Technologies is celebrating the third anniversary of its InfiniiVision X-Series oscilloscopes by offering a powerful new investment-protection programme called “Upgrade to Your Ultimate Scope”. With this promotion, users can turn on all software applications on their X-Series oscilloscopes instantly, including the arbitrary waveform generator and digital voltmeter.
Software release upgrades RF signal test and analysis
Averna has launched a new software release for RF Studio, featuring the ability to synchronise four channels within 1ns, among other enhancements. For multiband applications like precision GPS – with signals found simultaneously in L1, L2 and L5 bands – multiple phase-coherent RF channel support is a crucial requirement, especially for development and characterisation of RF receivers and the environments they are designed to operate i...
Vector signal transceiver tests latest wireless standards
National Instruments’ NI PXIe-5646R vector signal transceiver has 200 MHz of RF bandwidth, making it ideal for testing the latest wireless standards such as IEEE 802.11ac, 160 MHz WLAN and LTE Advanced. Engineers can use the open software design of the vector signal transceiver to develop channel emulation systems, radio prototyping, custom real-time signal processing for spectrum analysis and many other applications.
Radiometer simplifies the monitoring of UV-curing
Offering accurate and repeatable measurement of UV light, the ACCU-CAL 150 is a simple to use radiometer from Intertronics. This radiometer can measure UV light up to 10W/cm2 emitted from stationary light-curing flood lamps or lamps used in conveyor based processes and can also be used to determine intensity (mW/cm2) or total energy as derived from intensity and exposure time (mJ/cm2).