MIL STD 464 & High-Power RF
RF Footlocker
Part Number: RFFL-400
Typically used to study electronic attack effects and electronic equipment vulnerabilities from a mobile platform, APELC’s RF Footlocker is also used for MIL-STD 464 testing and equipment survivability in scenarios with intentional electromagnetic interference (IEMI).
APELC’s Footlocker high-power RF source transmits a wideband RF pulse with an electric-field amplitude over 150 kV/m @ 1m. The Footlocker uses a 400 MHz dipole antenna backed by a corner reflector, which is used to increase antenna directivity and to reduce the back-lobe radiated field.
Operated using a handheld fiber-optic remote control, users are able to select single-shot or automatic modes of operation. In automatic mode, the user selects a pulse repetition frequency between 0.1 and 10 Hz.
The system is powered by a removable and rechargeable commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) battery, and has a typical operation time of approximately 10 hours.
CHARACTERISTICS
- Radiated electric field: > 150 kV/m
- Pulse repetition frequency: 0.1 to 10 Hz
- Center frequency: 375 MHz
- Bandwidth: 200 MHz
- 3-dB beam width: 76 degrees
- Size: 44 ¼” x 28 ¼” x 26 5/8″ (112.4 x 71.76 x 67.63 cm)
- Weight: 175 lb (80 kg)
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The following items are included with the RF Footlocker:
- RF Footlocker source
- Spare battery
The following item is required for proper implementation of the RF Footlocker:
- Pressurized dry breathing air (SCUBA CGA grade-E air) for bottle refill or extended duration testing.
| Parameter | Description | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ve | Erected voltage | 300 | kV |
| Ce | Erected capacitance | 94 | pF |
| Vch | Operating voltage | 30 | kV |
| Pres. | Operating pressure | 250 | psi |
| TRR | Repetition rate | 0.1 – 10 | Hz |
| L | Length | 44.25 | in |
| W | Width | 28.25 | in |
| H | Height | 26.63 | in |
| Wt | Weight | 175 | lbs |
| Emax | Maximum electric field | > 170 | kV/m |
| Emin | Minimum electric field | 35 | kV/m |
| Fc | Center frequency | 375 | MHz |
| FBW | Bandwidth | 200 | MHz |
| BW3dB | 3 dB beam width | 45 | Degrees |
Disclaimer
The RF Footlocker should not be operated near computer-controlled machinery or unshielded electronic equipment unless the intention is to cause potentially irreversible damage. Safe operating principles should be followed when any user is in proximity of the system, and the high-voltage switch is on. This product is export-controlled and subject to ITAR or EAR regulations. A valid end-user statement is required for both foreign and domestic sales of this system.
HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENT ADD-ONS
APELC’s selection of add-on features for high-voltage components are designed to increase safety and usability.
CONNECTORS
Rugged high-voltage quick disconnect cable connectors for voltages up to 700kV.
DIAGNOSTICS
Integrated high-speed current diagnostics in high-voltage quick disconnects.
SOFTWARE
Software to increase user safety and reduce time spent in testing.
TERMINATION
Termination and monitoring capability for a high-voltage, high-power pulse without radiating equipment.
TRIGGER GENERATORS
Providing the trigger pulse to a Marx generator through a pulse forming circuit.
POWER & CONTROL RACKS
Fully integrated power and control units to deliver a turn-key package for our pulsed power systems.
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