New Agilent E8361C PNA Microwave Network

Agilent E8361C PNA Microwave Network Analyzer 

The Agilent E8361C is a high-performance PNA (Performance Network Analyzer) designed for precision RF and microwave network analysis. Covering a broad frequency range from 10 MHz to 67 GHz, it provides industry-leading measurement accuracy, dynamic range, and versatility for advanced high-frequency applications.

Key Features & Capabilities:

• Wide Frequency Range: Covers 10 MHz to 67 GHz, making it ideal for broadband applications.
• 4-Port or 2-Port S-Parameter Testing: Supports full S11, S21, S12, S22 (2-port) and additional ports for multi-port network characterization.
• High Dynamic Range: > 108 dB at 67 GHz, ensuring highly accurate signal measurements.
• Advanced Calibration & Error Correction: Utilizes TRL, SOLT, and LRM calibration techniques for precise measurement accuracy.
• High-Speed Measurements: Optimized for fast sweep speeds and low trace noise, ensuring quick and reliable data acquisition.
• Integrated Windows-Based Interface: User-friendly touchscreen display and Windows OS for seamless operation and test setup.
• Connectivity & Automation: Features LAN, GPIB, and USB interfaces for remote control, automated testing, and data transfer.
• Advanced Analysis Functions: Includes time-domain analysis, mixer measurements, pulse measurements, and differential S-parameters.

Applications:

• High-Frequency Component Testing: Ideal for testing amplifiers, filters, antennas, and mmWave components.
• 5G & Wireless Communications: Used in the development and validation of millimeter-wave (mmWave) communication systems.
• Aerospace & Defense: Supports radar, satellite, and RF subsystem characterization.
• Semiconductor & Wafer Testing: Suitable for high-frequency device modeling, wafer probing, and on-wafer measurements.
• Academic & Research Institutions: A reliable tool for microwave engineering research and advanced RF studies.

With its high measurement accuracy, wide frequency coverage, and advanced capabilities, the Agilent/Keysight E8361C is an industry-leading PNA network analyzer, perfect for demanding RF and microwave applications.

Specifications

General Specifications:

• Model: Agilent (Keysight) E8361C
• Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 67 GHz
• Number of Ports: 2-port or 4-port configurations available
• Dynamic Range: > 108 dB at 67 GHz (typical)
• Trace Noise: ≤ 0.006 dB rms at 1 kHz IF bandwidth
• Measurement Speed: 26 µs/point (typical)

Performance Specifications:

• Frequency Accuracy: ±0.1 ppm with internal reference
• IF Bandwidth: Adjustable from 1 Hz to 5 MHz
• Magnitude Accuracy: ±0.05 dB
• Phase Accuracy: ±0.5 degrees
• Harmonic Distortion: ≤ -60 dBc
• Noise Floor: -115 dBm (typical)

Calibration & Measurement Capabilities:

• Supported Calibration Methods: TRL, LRM, SOLT, TRM
• Time-Domain Analysis: Yes
• Mixer & Frequency Converter Measurements: Yes
• Pulse Measurements: Yes

Connectivity & Interfaces:

• Remote Control Interfaces: LAN, GPIB, USB
• Data Export & Analysis: Compatible with Keysight PNA software, MATLAB, LabVIEW
• Touchscreen Display: High-resolution Windows-based user interface

Physical & Environmental Specifications:

• Power Supply: 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C
• Dimensions: 426 mm (W) × 222 mm (H) × 635 mm (D)
• Weight: ~30 kg

Applications:

• 5G, mmWave, and Wireless Communications
• Aerospace & Defense (Radar, Satellite, RF Systems)
• Semiconductor & Wafer Testing
• High-Frequency Component Characterization (Amplifiers, Filters, Antennas)
• Advanced RF & Microwave Research