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DC1314A Demonstration Circuit for LT5581 RF Power Detector

Quick start guide for the DC1314A evaluation board featuring the LT5581, a 10MHz to 6GHz mean-squared RF power detector with 40dB dynamic range.

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Overview

This design document provides specifications and setup procedures for the DC1314A demonstration circuit, which features the LT5581 mean-squared power detector. The LT5581 is designed for high-accuracy RF power measurement across a wide frequency range from 10MHz to 6GHz. The DC1314A board is optimized for 10MHz to 2.2GHz but can be modified for higher frequencies. Key performance metrics include a 40dB linear dynamic range at 6GHz, a 31mV/dB output slope, and low power consumption of 1.4mA. The guide includes a performance summary table, quick start procedures, and measurement setup diagrams.

Use Cases

  • RF Power Measurement
  • Wireless Infrastructure Monitoring
  • WCDMA and WiMAX Power Detection
  • Transmit Power Control
  • Handheld RF Test Equipment

Topics

LT5581
DC1314A
RF Power Detector
Mean-Squared Detector
Analog Devices
Linear Technology
RF Measurement
10MHz to 6GHz
Power Monitoring
Dynamic Range

Referenced Parts

LT5581

Linear Technology

Demonstration Circuit 1314A is a Mean-Squared Power Detector featuring the LT®5581 IC.

DC1314A Demonstration Circuit for LT5581 RF Power Detector | Design Resources