Pendulum Instruments is excited to announce the launch of the PFA-127 Multi-Function Power & Frequency Analyzer, a groundbreaking new instrument designed for engineers working with microwave, radar, satellite communication, telecom, research, and advanced RF applications. The PFA-127 represents a new category of measurement instrument, combining microwave frequency analysis, RF power measurement, pulse analysis, and time interval measurement into a single, highly capable platform. Rather than requiring multiple instruments to characterize modern RF signals, users can now perform critical measurements simultaneously and in real time.
Pendulum Instruments will officially unveil the product at European Microwave Week (EuMW) in London in early October. The company encourages partners to begin identifying prospective customers and applications now so that sales activities can accelerate immediately following the unveiling.
A New Concept in Microwave Analysis
The PFA-127 measures microwave frequency and RF power in parallel up to 27 GHz while also analyzing pulse parameters such as Pulse Repetition Interval (PRI) and Pulse Width. Continuous wave (CW), modulated, and pulsed signals can all be analyzed within the same instrument. Supported modulation types include FM, FSK, and AM, providing engineers with a complete view of signal behavior. A key innovation is the ability to simultaneously measure multiple RF characteristics that traditionally required separate instruments and separate test setups. Engineers can monitor frequency, power, and pulse behavior together, enabling faster troubleshooting, more comprehensive characterization, and improved understanding of complex microwave signals.
Impressive Performance Specifications
The instrument delivers outstanding performance, including measurement speeds of up to 20 million measurements per second, frequency resolution reaching up to 13 digits per second, and power resolution down to 0.01 dB in a short 1 ms gate time. It also offers timestamp resolution as fine as 7 ps with the high-resolution option, along with gap-free measurements for continuous data acquisition without interruptions. These capabilities ensure that engineers can capture and analyze complex RF signals with exceptional accuracy, speed, and reliability, making the PFA-127 a powerful tool for even the most demanding measurement applications.
Three Instruments in One
One of the strongest customer value propositions is the PFA-127's ability to combine the functionality of three instruments within a single platform: 1. Microwave Frequency Analyzer 2. Peak and Average Power 3. Measurement Instrument 400 MHz Time Interval Analyzer This consolidation can simplify lab benches, reduce integration effort, and lower the overall cost of ownership for customers. Users benefit from a common user interface with graphical and numerical presentation modes, trend analysis, statistical views, and remote operation capabilities.
The PFA-127 is designed to serve a wide range of industries and applications: Aerospace and Defense – Ideal for radar systems, electronic warfare, navigation equipment, satellite communications, and defense electronics. Telecom and Satellite Communications – Enables carrier frequency verification, transmitter testing, peak-to-average power analysis, and high-precision frequency calibration. Research and Metrology – Combines speed, resolution, and flexibility for scientific research and calibration laboratories. Microwave Components and Sensors – Supports characterization of oscillators, VCOs, amplifiers, radar modules, microwave sensors, and RF subsystems.
The PFA-127 is an exciting new solution for customers already working with microwave and RF technologies. When discussing microwave test applications with customers, partners can position the PFA-127 not simply as an instrument, but as a revolutionary new approach to power and frequency analysis. Its unique combination of performance, versatility, and functionality creates opportunities across existing customer relationships as well as entirely new application areas.
Pendulum Instruments welcomes partners to join the product introduction webinar. Two sessions are available to cater to different time zones:
Session 1 17th September; 5:00–5:30 pm CEST Americas
Session 2 18th September; 10:00–10:30 CEST A-PAC & EMEA
The launch of the PFA-127 marks a significant milestone in microwave and RF measurement technology. By combining multiple measurement capabilities into a single, powerful platform, Pendulum Instruments is redefining how engineers approach power and frequency analysis. As the product officially launches at European Microwave Week in London, the PFA-127 is poised to become an essential tool for professionals working in aerospace, defense, telecom, research, and beyond.
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