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RF Power Measurement for Modern Digital Signals

APM-16 Average Reading RF Power Meter

From LTE to narrowband analog, today’s RF signals demand more than an old‑school meter. The Bird APM‑16 delivers true average power readings for complex, digitally‑modulated signals—no correction factors, no guesswork.

One meter. Any signal. Every time.

  • Accurate with CDMA, LTE, OFDM, and mixed‑mode signals
  • Switch from analog to digital without changing tools
  • Trusted results to protect uptime and performance
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Why Choose the APM-16?

APM-16 Wattmeter

It’s not about replacing what works.
It’s about evolving with what’s next

From APM‑16 to 4480A: The Next Step Forward

The APM-16 continues to be a trusted tool for RF professionals who value plug-in flexibility and thruline-style readings. But when accuracy, speed, and documentation matter more than ever, there’s the Bird 4480A Digital Thruline® Power Meter.

The 4480A delivers the reliability you expect from Bird, with modern advantages:

  • ±4% accuracy for tighter tolerances
  • Bright digital display for quick, confident readings
  • Built‑in logging & export for easier reporting and troubleshooting
  • Element‑free design for a faster workflow
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A Legacy of Trust. A Future of Simplicity.

For decades, Bird’s element-based wattmeters have set the standard for accuracy, durability, and technician-trusted performance. That legacy continues—but so does the evolution.

Whether you prefer the familiar reliability of plug-in elements or you're exploring the ease of new generation RF power measurement, Bird is here to support your journey.

Our expanding lineup of RF power measurement tools offers options for every workflow—rooted in accuracy, built for what’s next.

Because in RF, confidence doesn’t come from guessing. It comes from Bird.

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Need a Recalibration?
We've Got You Covered.

Keeping your RF sensors accurate is simple with the Bird Service Center. Just use the link below - quick, simple, and handled by the experts who know your products the best. We'll get your sensor back in action fast, with the confidence you can count on.

In a hurry? Ask about our Expedited services.

 

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