Oil-Cooled Loads
Oil-Cooled Loads
The trusted standard in high-power RF termination
Bird’s RF Loads use oil for both dielectric properties and heat dissipation and are trusted around the world to safely absorb RF energy and protect critical systems from reflected power. Built for durability, precision, and performance, our load family covers a wide range of power levels, frequencies, and connector types supporting everything from lab or field testing, to high-power embedded applications.
Why Use Bird Oil-Cooled Terminations?
- Best for: High-power systems where stability and longevity are critical.
- Avoid if: Weight, size or handling of oil-based equipment is a concern.
RF Performance
Choose a load with the right frequency range, a power rating that handles both average and peak power, and a low VSWR for efficient signal absorption. For pulsed or modulated signals, check the peak-to-average ratio to avoid overload.
Mechanical
Consider the connector or flange type to match your system interface, the cooling method: water, or oil based on your power and environment, and any mounting or space constraints that could affect installation.
Environment
Make sure the load can handle your ambient temperature and has adequate coolant flow and quality if required. Also consider shock, vibration, altitude, and humidity tolerance especially in field or mobile environments.
