Application Note: Importance Of Mismatch Tolerance For Amplifiers Used In Susceptibility Testing

By Pat Malloy and Jason Smith, AR

This article focuses on the often overlooked issue of mismatch in RF systems, the harmful effects of even a modest amount of mismatch, and finally, how proper selection of the system amplifier can mitigate the ill effects of mismatch. Functioning as a key element in an EMC susceptibility system, the RF amplifier must be capable of dealing with extreme mismatches without compromising performance or reliability.

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