DESCRIPTION:
The Bird Technologies 4230-024 7/8 inch RF Line Section is a precision RF transmission line designed to be inserted into a 50 Ohm RF signal path — typically between a transmitter and an antenna or load — to facilitate directional power sampling using Bird plug-in elements. The line section includes a single socket for a compatible Bird plug-in element (chosen for the specific frequency and power range), allowing measurement of forward and reflected RF power when paired with appropriate measurement equipment, such as Bird wattmeters or multifunction power meters.
Constructed as a Thruline® rigid line section, the 4230-024 comes equipped with Type N female connectors on both ends, simplifying installation with standard RF cabling. Unlike some other line section variants, this model also includes a dust plug, helping protect the element socket from contamination when not in use.
This line section is ideal for use in broadcast, communications, industrial RF, and lab test environments where reliable directional power sampling is necessary. Users choose the appropriate Bird plug-in element and quick change connectors to match the required frequency band and power rating.
Typical Use Suitability:
Well suited for setups requiring directional forward/reflected RF power measurement with Bird plug-in elements — such as transmitter testing, antenna tuning, and RF system diagnostics in 50 Ohm systems.
Key Features
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Line Size: 7/8 inch Thruline® rigid RF line section
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Characteristic Impedance: 50 Ohm nominal
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Connectors: Type N female on both ends
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Element Socket: Single plug-in element socket compatible with Bird plug-in elements
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Extras: Dust plug included to protect the element socket when not in use
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Application: Provides access for forward and reflected power sampling when used with Bird plug-in elements and RF power measurement instruments