Fluke 908/909 Frequency References

  • Designed for calibration laboratories, ideal for calibrating a wide range of instruments, offering excellent short-term stability for faster frequency calibration.
  • Serve as an accurate “”Atomic clock”” reference in automated test systems.
  • Fast warm-up time, increasing productivity and efficiency in calibration tasks.
  • Cost-effective solution for frequency standards located in multiple departments or buildings, eliminating the need for a costly central reference distribution system.

Description

The Fluke 908 and 909 are portable frequency references designed to be the cornerstone of accurate frequency measurements in diverse settings, from calibration laboratories to field applications.

Key Features:

  • Designed for calibration laboratories, ideal for calibrating a wide range of instruments, offering excellent short-term stability for faster frequency calibration.
  • Serve as an accurate “”Atomic clock”” reference in automated test systems.
  • Fast warm-up time, increasing productivity and efficiency in calibration tasks.
  • Cost-effective solution for frequency standards located in multiple departments or buildings, eliminating the need for a costly central reference distribution system.

Applications:

  • Calibrating Frequency Counters:
    • Serves as the primary reference for calibrating frequency counters, ensuring their accuracy and reliability.
  • Verifying Frequency Synthesizers:
    • Used to verify the accuracy and stability of frequency synthesizers, ensuring their precise output frequencies.
  • Maintaining Time and Frequency Standards:
    • Plays a crucial role in maintaining time and frequency standards within laboratories and other critical applications.
  • Supporting Research and Development:
    • Contributes significantly to research and development in fields requiring precise frequency measurements, such as telecommunications, aerospace, and scientific research.

Key Differences:

  • 908 (Crystal Oven):
    • Employs a high-stability oven-controlled crystal oscillator.
    • Offers a cost-effective solution for many calibration needs.
  • 909 (Rubidium):
    • Incorporates an ultra-stable Rubidium timebase (atomic clock), providing significantly higher stability and lower aging rates.
    • Ideal for applications requiring the highest level of frequency accuracy and stability.

The Fluke 908 and 909 are not merely frequency sources; they are the foundation upon which accurate frequency measurements are built. By providing stable and reliable frequency references, they empower calibration laboratories and researchers to achieve the highest levels of precision in their frequency measurements, driving advancements in various fields of science and technology.

Additional information

Brand

Fluke Calibration

Specifications: 908/909 Frequency References

Reference outputs
Base model 5×10 MHz, 1×5 MHz: sine >0.6V rms in 50Ω
With Option 70 10 x 10 MHz, 1 x 5 MHz: sine >0.6V rms in 50Ω
Frequency Stability
Aging per month 908 (Oven) 3×10-9
909 (Rubidium) 5×10-11
Aging per year (per 10 years) 908 (Oven): 2×10-8 (1 year)
909 (Rubidium) 1×10-9 (10 years)
Temperature (20°C to 26°C)
908 (Oven): 4×10-10 typ
909 (Rubidium): 2×10-11 typ.
 ——–
0°C to +50°C)
908 (Oven): 2.5×10-9
909 (Rubidium): 3×10-10
Short term (root Allan variance) 908 (Oven): 5×10-12, t= 10s
909 (Rubidium) 1×10-11, t=10s
 ——–
908 (Oven): 5×10-12, t=1s
909 (Rubidium) 3×10-11, t=1s
Warm up (at +25oC) 908 (Oven): 10 mins. to 5×10-9
909 (Rubidium) 5.4 mins. to lock
11 mins. to 4×10-10
Environment
Temperature  0°C to +50°C (operating)
-40°C to +70°C (storage)
Safety Compliant to EN 61010-1 and CE
EMI Compliant to EN 55011 ISM group, class B, EN 50082-2 and CE
Power Consumption (90-264V, 47-63 Hz)
908: <20W at warm up, < 7W continuous operation
909: <70W at warm up, <30W continuous operation
Dimensions and Weight
Size 315 x 86 x 395 mm
(12.4 x 3.4 x 15.5 ins)
Weight 4.8 kg (net), 7.8 kg (shipping)
(10.6 lb (net), 18.2 lb (shipping)
Calibration
Calibration Documentation 17025 accredited report of calibration included

 

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