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Tunnel Diode Detector Modules

Tunnel Diode Detector Modules

The detectors listed are standard products. There are many possible variations, which can be selected as options. Package configurations can be changed if desired. Performance characteristics may be modified to meet special requirements (e.g. the sensitivity might be moved higher or lower with a corresponding effect on VSWR). RF bypass capacitance values can be selected on some models. Contact the factory for special needs.

Features:
  • Exceptional Temperature Stability
  • Low Video Resistance (112 typical)
  • Flat Output vs. Frequency Over Broadband Performance
  • Very Fast Pulse Response
  • No Bias Required
  • Flexible Design Options
Applications:
  • Transmitter Monitoring
  • Missile Guidance Systems
  • Input to Low-Noise Amplifiers
  • Broadband Or Narrowband ECM Receivers
  • Power and Signal Monitors
  • Doppler Radar and Beacon Receivers
  • Matched units available for Multi-channel Receivers, Amplitude Comparator Systems and Discriminators
Tunnel Diode Detector Modules
Frequency
Range
(GHz)
Part (1)
Number
Min. (2)
Sensitivity
K
(mV/mW)
Flatness
vs
Frequency
(+/-dB)
Typical
(3)
TSS
(dBm)
Typical
(4)
VSWR
Standard
(5)
Video
Cap. (pF)
Standard
Case
Styles
Optional
Case
Styles
0.005 - 0.5 ACTM1078N 800 0.2 -50 2.2:1 1000 M12* M35
0.05 - 0.5 ACTM1155N 700 0.3 -49 2.2:1 470 M12* M35
0.01 - 0.75 ACTM1080N 800 0.3 -50 2.4:4 1000 M12* M35
0.1 - 1 ACTM1037N 900 0.2 -51 2.3:1 270 M12* M34
0.01 - 2 ACTM1069N 400 0.3 -49 1.5:1 1000 M12* M35
0.1 - 2 ACTM1071N 900 0.2 -51 2.0:1 75 M12* M35
0.5 - 2 ACTM1001N 900 0.25 -51 2.5:1 75 M12* M34,M47
1 - 2 ACTM1013N 850 0.2 -51 1.9:1 20 M12* M34,M35,
M47,M51
0.1 - 4 ACTM1073N 800 0.25 -50 2.0:1 75 M12* -
0.5 - 4 ACTM1054N 800 0.35 -51 2.0:1 39 M12* M34,M35,
M47,M51
2 - 4 ACTM1002N 850 0.35 -51 2.0:1 39 M12* M34,M35,
M47,M51
0.1 - 6 ACTM1017N 700 0.35 -50 2.2:1 75 M12* -
2 - 6 ACTM1006N 900 0.4 -51 2.5:1 20 M12* M51
2 - 8 ACTM1007N 750 0.5 -50 2.5:1 20 M12* M51
4 - 8 ACTM1003N 800 0.35 -51 1.9:1 20 M12* M51
8 - 12 ACTM1012N 650 0.4 -50 2.0:1 12 M12* M51
0.5 - 18 ACTM1020N 600 1.25 -49 3.3:1 20 M12* -
2 - 18 ACTM1009N 650 1.0 -50 3.0:1 20 M12* -
6 - 18 ACTM1058N 700 1.0 -49 2.5:1 9 M12* M51
8 - 18 ACTM1066N 700 0.9 -49 2.5:1 9 M12* -
1 - 20 ACTM1144N 600 1.3 -49 3.0:1 20 M12* M51
NOTES:
  1. Available in both negative and positive polarities, substitute "N" or "P" in part number.
  2. Diode values can be changed to alter the level of sensitivity. As sensitivity is increased, VSWR will degrade. VSWR will improve as sensitivity is lowered. Flatness and TSS will also be influenced by these changes. If your applications require something special, please contact the factory.
  3. Tangential Signal Sensitivity (TSS) is a measure of low level sensitivity with respect to noise. It is measured using a video amplifier with a 20MHz bandwidth and a 3dB noise figure.
  4. VSWR measured at or below -20dBm input power level.
  5. Video capacitance is used for RF bypass. This value can be changed if required for video response time or other considerations. Contact the factory if value other than those shown are needed.
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS:
MIL-E-5400, MIL-STD-202, MIL-E-16400
Operating Temp: -65°C to +100°C
Storage Temp: -65°C to +100°C
Humidity: MIL-STD-202F, M103, Cond B
Shock: MIL-STD-202F, M213, Cond B
Altitude: MIL-STD-202F, M105, Cond B
Vibration : MIL-STD-202F, M204, Cond B
Thermal Shock: MIL-STD-202F, M107,
Cond A
Temperature Cycle: MIL-STD-202F, M105C, Cond D
Maximum Input Power: +14dBm
(This allows for 3dB margin from possible burnout at +17dBm)
SCREENING:
Standard Screening:
Internal Visual per MIL-STD-883, Method 2017
Temperature Cycle: -65°C to +100°C, 10 cycles
Optional High-Rel Screening (Ref MIL-PRF-38534):
Internal Visual per MIL-STD-883, Method 2017
Stabilization Bake per MIL-STD-883, Method 1008
Temperature Cycle per MIL-STD-883, Method 1010
Constant Acceleration per MIL-STD-883,
Method 2001
Burn-in per MIL-STD-883, Method 1015
Leak Test per MIL-STD-883, Method 1014
External Visual per MIL-STD-883, Method 2009

 

 

PART NUMBER ORDERING INFORMATION: Example: ACTM1002NM1220
ACTM1002: Tunnel Module Detector, 2 - 4GHz
N: Negative output polarity
M12: Package type
20: 20pF custom video capacitance (omit for standard value)