DESCRIPTION:

The Bird Technologies 5014 Directional RF Power Sensor is a versatile RF measurement sensor designed to provide true average and peak power data across a broad range of frequencies and power levels using Bird’s plug-in element architecture. With its USB 1.1 Type B interface, the 5014 operates directly with computers (using Bird RF Meter software or apps) as well as with Bird metering displays, offering forward and reflected power measurements, plus calculated parameters such as VSWR, return loss, and reflection coefficient. 

This sensor’s modular design allows for changeable elements to tailor measurement frequency ranges and power handling, making it adaptable to a wide variety of communications, broadcast, and industrial RF applications. Factory calibration is traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), ensuring measurement confidence in both laboratory and field environments. 

Key Features

• Directional power sensor with dual-socket element configuration for flexible frequency/power selection. 

• USB 1.1 Type B interface for connection to host instruments, PCs, or mobile devices using Bird RF Meter software or app. 

• Measures true average forward and reflected power, with optional peak power capability when used with peak elements. 

• Provides derived RF parameters including VSWR, return loss, and reflection coefficient. 

• Uses field-changeable plug-in elements to tailor frequency range (typical element-dependent range from 2 MHz up to ~1000 MHz). 

• Calibration traceable to NIST for measurement confidence. 

• Rugged and compact for both lab and field use.