Agilent/Keysight 87304C

The Agilent/Keysight 87304C is a hybrid power divider engineered for signal splitting across 2 GHz to 26.5 GHz. It delivers minimal insertion loss and high port isolation, making it the preferred choice over resistive dividers in demanding RF and microwave applications. This device maintains precise amplitude and phase tracking between output ports, critical for coherent signal processing and measurement systems.

– Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range: 2 GHz to 26.5 GHz
• Insertion Loss: 1.1–1.2 dB (2–18 GHz); 1.4–1.6 dB (18–26.5 GHz) — in addition to 3 dB coupling loss
• Port Isolation: 19 dB (2–18 GHz); 18–19 dB (18–26.5 GHz)
• Maximum VSWR: 1.45 (2–18 GHz); 1.60 (18–26.5 GHz)
• Amplitude Tracking: 0.3 dB (2–18 GHz); 0.5 dB (18–26.5 GHz)
• Phase Tracking: 6° (2–18 GHz); 10° (18–26.5 GHz)
• Power Rating: 10 W CW (2:1 maximum load SWR)
• Connectors: 3.5 mm F (SMA compatible)
• Dimensions: 57.15 mm × 28.702 mm
• Weight: 170 g net

– Key Features

• Low insertion loss across the full operating band minimizes signal degradation
• High isolation between ports reduces cross-coupling and improves measurement accuracy
• Tight amplitude and phase tracking ensures coherent output channels
• Hybrid architecture delivers superior performance versus resistive designs
• Rated for 10 W CW operation under specified load conditions

– Typical Applications

• Phase and amplitude-critical RF measurements
• Dual-channel coherent signal processing
• Precision RF test equipment
• Microwave system reference signal distribution
• High-frequency measurement instrumentation

– Compatibility & Integration

SMA-compatible 3.5 mm F connectors enable straightforward integration into existing test setups and instrumentation. Compact form factor (57 mm length) suits laboratory benches and automated test environments.