2 MHz to 1000 MHz
Low band (2–30 MHz): 10 W–10 kW
High band (25–1000 MHz): 1 W–1 kW10
CW and digitally modulated signals (true average power)
±4% of reading
Yes - automatic calculation
3-button: Power • W/dBm + backlight • High/Low band
Transflective LCD — shows readings in watts or dBm
0 — completely element-free
Bird's analog wattmeters like the Model 43 are trusted staples in RF testing — rugged, reliable, and field-proven for decades.
When you’re measuring digitally modulated signals or moving fast across frequency ranges without swapping elements, the 4480A is the smarter tool.
Your Model 43 isn’t going anywhere—but for digital signals and fast workflows, the 4480A delivers simple, confident results.
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Traditional analog wattmeters are optimized for CW and can produce misleading readings on digitally modulated signals.
The 4480A measures true-average power, so you can:
Set and verify power levels with confidence
Improve system consistency and repeatability
Stay within specified / regulatory power limits
No second-guessing. Just clear, trusted measurements.
Yes. The 4480A automatically calculates VSWR by measuring forward and reflected power in real time.
No manual math. No extra steps. Just a fast way to monitor RF system performance and spot impedance mismatch.
Yes. The 4480A provides true-average power for CW and digitally modulated signals, including AM, FM, and other complex modulation formats.
Because with digitally modulated signals, small power errors can create real downstream issues—incorrect settings, missed drift, or wasted time chasing problems that aren’t actually in the RF path.
The 4480A delivers ±4% of reading (including on digitally modulated signals), so you can:
Get reliable, repeatable measurements in real-world RF environments
Trust the number on the screen—less second-guessing and fewer re-tests
Stay within required power limits and system specs with confidence
Accuracy protects both your system and your time—and the 4480A delivers it without relying on correction factors or “perfect lab” conditions.
Bird recommends recalibrating the 4480A every 12 months to maintain accuracy and confidence in your measurements.
If your quality system requires traceability (ISO/IEC 17025), or you use the meter in harsh environments, frequent transport, or critical compliance testing, you may choose a shorter interval based on your internal requirements.
Everything you need to spec, set up, and support the 4480A — all in one place.
Keeping equipment calibrated is the number one way to ensure performance and longevity. A Bird Calibration means we fully test your equipment and adjust it as needed to ensure it’s meeting specs.
The 4480A is a great fit if you need:
“Switching to the 4480A was a game-changer. No elements, no hassle.”
Mark T., Field Service Engineer
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