Agilent/Keysight V3500A

The Agilent/Keysight V3500A is a handheld RF power meter that integrates sensor and display into a single palm-sized unit for field and laboratory power measurements. It eliminates the need for separate components, delivering precise average and average pulse power characterization across RF and microwave systems with absolute accuracy to ±0.21 dB.

– Technical Specifications

Measures average power and average pulse power across 10 MHz to 6 GHz. Dynamic range spans -60 dBm to +20 dBm with frequency-dependent accuracy: ±0.23 dB in the 10 MHz to 3.75 GHz band and ±0.20 dB from 3.75 GHz to 6 GHz (at +20 dBm to +6 dBm). Linearity holds ±0.10 dB across +6 dBm to -40 dBm at 23 °C ±5 °C. SWR performance reaches 1.12:1 (10 MHz to 3.75 GHz) and 1.20:1 (3.75 GHz to 6 GHz).

Internal power reference enables self-calibration. Relative offset function provides compensation across -99.99 dB to +99.99 dB range. Zeroing key function optimizes low-power measurement accuracy.

– Key Features

• Type-N male connector interface
• Built-in LCD display with backlight and auto shut-off
• USB 2.0 (Mini-B port, 12 Mbps) for remote programming and power delivery
• Powered by AA batteries; approximately 2.5 hours typical runtime with backlight on
• Optional external power via USB or V3500A-PWR supply
• USB Type A to Mini-B cable (2.5 meters) included

– Typical Applications

Field and laboratory RF/microwave component characterization. Power measurement across handset, base station, and broadband systems. Pulse power and average power assessment in communications and radar test scenarios.

– Compatibility & Integration

USB interface supports remote control and automated test sequences. External power supply option (V3500A-PWR) extends runtime for extended measurement campaigns.