Network analysis reaches new level of performance
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Agilent Technologies has launched five new microwave vector microwave vector network analyser models, up to 67GHz. According to Agilent, the new PNA series comprises the world's highest performing microwave network analysers and can be used to test passive and active devices such as filters, duplexers, amplifiers and frequency converters.
Based on the test and measurement specialist's PNA-X architecture, the characteristics of the PNA make it suitable for these type of component characterisations, as well as millimetre wave, signal integrity and materials measurements.
The series is designed to provide high power sources and linear receivers, giving it what Agilent describes as 'the most accurate S-parameter measurements with the widest power range on the market'. The analysers offer options such as figure measurements, gain compression, two tone IMD/spectrum analysis, two mode stimulus, source phase control and fast CW mode. The devices share a common software platform enabling them to be customised for the right level of performance for users' specific budget and measurement requirements.
"Agilent is committed to offering the industry's highest performing network analysers to help our customers develop the highest quality components," said Gregg Peters, vice president of Agilent's Component Test Division. "The PNA's performance levels help support our goal – and we are determined to set new milestones as we reinforce our leadership in network analysis."
The PNAs are available with two port internal single source or four port internal dual source configuration in five frequency models: 13.5, 26.5, 43.5, 50 and 67GHz; a high source output power: +11dBm at 67GHz (N5227A 67 GHz model) and 0.1 dB receiver compression point higher than 10dBm (all models).
