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Oil-Cooled
600 Watt RF Load

The 8401 is a rugged, oil-cooled RF load designed for medium-power testing up to 3 GHz. Self-contained and portable, it requires no external power and delivers dependable, low-reflection performance for transmitter alignment and system verification. Its internal resistive element is immersed in dielectric coolant and housed in a tapered enclosure to maintain consistent impedance and thermal stability during continuous 600 W operation.

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Why Choose the 8401?

8401 Specifications

Model Number
Frequency Range and VSWR
Connector
Dimensions
Weight
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DC to 1 GHz @ 1.10 max
1 Ghz to 2.8 GHz @ 1.2 max
2.8 GHz to 3 @ 1.35:1 max
N (f)
16.2 in x 6 in x 8.5 in
(408 mm x 151 mm x 216 mm)
20 lb (9.1 kg)
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Accessories

Compatible accessories to support installation, operation, and maintenance.

Why RF Experts Choose Bird

For over 80 years, RF professionals have trusted Bird loads to deliver unmatched stability, low VSWR, and rugged reliability—whether on the bench or in the field. These aren’t just terminations—they’re peace of mind for your entire system.

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