https://doi.org/10.1051/epjconf/202327704008
1.5 MW CW RF Loads for Gyrotrons
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Calabazas Creek Research, Inc., 690 Port Drive, San Mateo, CA 94404 USA
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Lexam Research, 10 Black Fox Way, Redwood City, 24062 CA US
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North Carolina State University, 915 Partners Way, Raleigh, NC 27695 USA
Published online: 23 February 2023
A new series of MW-class, RF loads were developed that can dissipate power levels exceeding 1.5 MW at frequencies from 28 GHz to 180 GHz. The new loads are designed to reflect less than 0.25% of the input power and operate continuously (CW). Stainless-steel and anodized aluminum versions were developed. The stainless steel version is designed to meet requirements for nuclear facilities, such as ITER, while the aluminum version is capable of power levels exceeding 2 MW CW. The aluminum version is also lighter and less expensive. This paper describes the design and capabilities of the loads.
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