The LB5926A from LadyBug Technologies is a True RMS power sensor that operates from 1 MHz to 26.5 GHz. It is designed for general-purpose average power, true RMS, and scalar power measurements across a wide range of modulated signals. The power sensor offers fast measurement speed and a broad dynamic range, along with multiple interface options to support programmatic and embedded applications. It employs a patented thermally stable architecture combined with a 2-path square-law diode detection scheme, enabling zero thermal drift and eliminating the need for zeroing & calibration before use. These capabilities enhance measurement accuracy, repeatability, and overall reliability in ATE systems.
The LB5926A has a power measurement range from -60 dBm to +26 dBm and a linearity of up to 3.0% (uncalibrated). It uses LadyBug’s PMA-12 power meter software application, and can be controlled remotely via USB and optional SPI & I2C interfaces. This sensor also utilizes standard SCPI commands and offers a rich set of triggering capabilities, including level-controlled internal triggering, external triggering, delays, and hold-off. It is available in a module and has a 3.5 mm (male) connector. This true RMS power sensor is ideal for research and development, manufacturing and services, radar, satellite, and telecommunications applications.
