PIM S1L – PIM Analyzers for Laboratory and QA

AWT’s S1L Series PIM analyzers are fully conform to PIM standard IEC62037. These PIM testers have a very low noise floor, are very sensitive and  come with a wealth of other features. PS1L analyzers are the ideal PIM test equipment choice for laboratory and QA.

 

Laboratory PIM Analyzer S1L

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Features

  • Test Modes: Diagnostic, Analyzer with Graphs, Sweep Mode (option), Distance to PIM (option), Distance to Fault (option)
  • Very high PIM sensitivity, up tp -172 dBc @ 2x 43 dBm carriers
  • Output power variable from 15dBm to 44dBm
  • Measures intermodulation products IM3, IM5 IM7, IM9, IM11, IM13 and IM15
  • PIM over Time Graph and Sweep Mode
  • Maxhold feature
  • Data recording: CSV, PDF, Screenshot (BMP)

 

High quality, low PIM components are particularly important to achieve maximal network  capacity. Signal degradation affects operator’s revenue streams due to reduced data capacity. Leading global manufacturers use AWT Global PIM analyzers to guarantee lowest PIM values of of their wireless components and products. 

Passive Intermodulation – PIM

Passive Intermodulation (PIM) is an unwanted mixing effect caused by non-linearity of passive components in the RF path of telecommunication systems. PIM diverts signal energy to other frequencies (spurious signals). This can generate interfering signals that may fall into receiving bands causing serious degradation of system performance.

Causes of PIM

  • Dissimilar metals with different electrical properties as well as corroded components and structures.
  • Ferromagnetic metals like iron, nickel and steel, show hysteresis effects when RF energy is applied.
  • Irregular contact areas, even on a microscopic scale, cause an inconsistent flow of electrons, generating inhomogeneous electrical fields.
  • Spark discharges that may happen by accidental “hot” connections and disconnections create craters on the connectors’ surfaces and lead to chemical reactions

PIM Analyzers

Order Number

Technologies / Type

Tx Frequency (MHz)

Rx Frequency (MHz)

PS1L700U LTE700 / 700 MHz Upper Band 730 ~ 759 776 ~ 788
PS1L700L LTE700 / 700 MHz Lower band 728 ~ 759 698 ~ 716
PS1L700APT APT700 / Asia Pacific Telecommunity / 3GPP-28 758 ~ 803 703 ~ 748
PS1L800 LTE800 791 ~ 821 832 ~ 862
PS1L800SMR SMR800 851 ~ 869 806 ~ 824
PS1L850 CDMA850 / 850 MHz 869 ~ 896 824 ~ 851
PS1L900 GSM900 / 900 MHz 935 ~ 960 890 ~ 915
PS1L900E EGSM900 925 ~ 960 880 ~ 915
PS1L1500 LTE-1500 Japan / 1500 MHz 1488 ~ 1520 1456 ~ 1480
PS1L1800 GSM 1800 / DCS 1800 / 1800 MHz 1805 ~ 1880 1710 ~ 1785
PS1L1900 PCS 1900 / 1900 MHz 1930 ~ 1990 1850 ~ 1910
PS1L1921PA PCS 1900/ 1900 MHz
AWS / 2100 MHz
(Tx signal bands can be mixed)
1930 ~ 1990
2110 ~ 2155
1850 ~ 1910
1710 ~ 1755
PS1L2100AWS AWS 2110 ~ 2155 1710 ~ 1755
PS1L2000TD TD-SCDMA(2000) 2010 ~ 2025 1900 ~ 1920
PS1L2100UMTS UMTS/W-CDMA / 2100 MHz 2110 ~ 2170 1920 ~ 1980/2060
PS1L2160JP W-CDMA-JP 2150 ~ 2170 2110 ~ 2140
PS1L2350WCS Wireless Communication Services Band / WCS 2.3G 2350 ~ 2360 2305 ~ 2315
PS1L2400LTE LTE2400, Band 40 2300 ~ 2345 2355 ~ 2400
PS1L2500 Band 41, BRS / EBS 2593 ~ 2690 2496 ~ 2580
PS1L2600LTE IMT-E(2600) / LTE 2600 / 2600 MHz 2620 ~ 2690 2500 ~ 2570
PS1L3500LTE LTE2400, Band 42 3510 ~ 3590 3410 ~ 3490

Accessories

POPT1 VSWR / DTP (Distance to PIM) Option
PACC2 Accessory Kit: low PIM cables 3m / 10ft low PIM load 50W / 10W (Frequency range 690-2800 MHz), adapters, torque wrench with hard carry case.
PACC2L Accessory Kit: low PIM cables 3m / 10ft low PIM load 50W / 10W (Frequency range 380-2800 MHz), adapters, torque wrench with hard carry case.
PLOAD100 Low PIM Load: 100W, PIM <-165dBc @ 2x 43dBm, Frequency: 690 – 2800 MHz, Connector: DIN(f)
PLOAD100-38 Low PIM Load: 100W, PIM <-165dBc @ 2x 43dBm, Frequency: 690 – 3800 MHz, Connector: DIN(f)
PLOAD100-F Low PIM Load: 100W, PIM <-165dBc @ 2x 43dBm, Frequency: 690 – 2800 MHz, Connector: DIN(f), built-in cooling fan 12V
PLOAD100-38-F Low PIM Load: 100W, PIM <-165dBc @ 2x 43dBm, Frequency: 690 – 3800 MHz, Connector: DIN(f), built-in cooling fan 12V
PLOAD50 Low PIM Load: 50/10W, PIM <-165dBc @ 2x 43dBm, Frequency: 690 – 2800 MHz, 2 Connectors: DIN(f) – DIN(m)
PLOAD50-38 Low PIM Load: 50/10W, PIM <-165dBc @ 2x 43dBm, Frequency: 690 – 3800 MHz, 2 Connectors: DIN(f) – DIN(m)
ADA-DMDF Connector Saver. Adapter DIN(m)-DIN(f), PIM <-165dBc @ 2x43dBm, protects ports of PIM analyzers and loads.
LIC308-DMDM-1M Low PIM cable 1m (3ft), PIM <-165dBc @ 2x43dBm, DIN(m)-DIN(m), extra long metal sleeve for long lasting performance.
LIC308-DMDM-3M Low PIM cable 2m (10ft), PIM <-165dBc @ 2x43dBm, DIN(m)-DIN(m), extra long metal sleeve for long lasting performance.
PIMGEN PIM Source: Passive generator with preset PIM value -80dBm (+/-10). Quick indication of system functionality. Ideal for test and training.

Specifications

Transmitter

Carrier Power +15 to +44 dBm (46 dBm optional)
Power Accuracy +/- 0.35 dB
Frequency Accuracy +/- 2 ppm
Reverse Pwr. Protection +43 dBm for 5 sec

Receiver

Reverse IM @ 2x43dBm ( all except below)
S1L 1921PA
S1L 2350 and higher frequencies
-129 dBm / -172 dBc typ.
-125 dBm / -168 dBc typ.
-125 dBm / -168 dBc typ.
Noise Floor
All analyzers except below
S1L1921PA
PSL2350 and higher frequencies

-138 dBm typ. @ 300 Hz BW
-125dBm  typ. @ 1200 Hz BW (S1L1921PA )
-125dBm  typ. @ 1200 Hz BW (S1L2350 and higher frequencies)
Dynamic Range (typical) > 90 dB
Reverse Power Protection +43 dBm for 5 sec
Max Input Power 0 dBm
Measurement Accuracy +/- 1.0 dB

Distance to PIM / Distance to VSWR (Option)

DTP Resolution 0.1 m
DTP Accuracy 0.5 m typ.
DTF Accuracy (VSWR) 0.5 m typ.
Cable Types Built-in list of pre-defined cable types.
Adding and editing new cable types.

Dimensions / Weight / Environment / Electrical

Dimensions 504 x 397 x 237 (mm)
19.8 x 15.6 x 9.3 (inch)
Weight 24-30 kg (43-55 lbs)
Temperature 0 °C to +40 °C
Humidity 85 %, RH (non condensing)
Protection IP20
AC Power 100 to 240V 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption 750 VA

 

All data is subject to change without further notice.