Agilent/Keysight E8363B

The Agilent/Keysight E8363B is a 2-port vector network analyzer engineered for RF and microwave characterization across 10 MHz to 40 GHz. It delivers dynamic range exceeding 120 dB at 10 MHz and 100 dB at 40 GHz, with measurement speeds to 8.5 ms per point and trace noise below 0.001 dB RMS at 1 GHz. The instrument measures full 2-port S-parameters (S11, S21, S12, S22) with source power adjustable from −5 dBm to +10 dBm at ±0.5 dB accuracy. Built for aerospace, defense, and communications testing, the E8363B combines Type-N RF connectors with GPIB, USB, and LAN interfaces for laboratory and production automation. It supports SOLT and TRL calibration methods via mechanical and electrical kits, operating from 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.

– Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 40 GHz
• Dynamic Range: >120 dB at 10 MHz; >100 dB at 40 GHz
• Measurement Speed: Up to 8.5 ms per point (high-speed calibration and averaging off)
• Trace Noise: <0.001 dB RMS at 1 GHz
• Source Power: −5 dBm to +10 dBm
• Source Power Accuracy: ±0.5 dB
• Characteristic Impedance: 50 Ω
• Calibration Methods: SOLT, TRL
• RF Connectors: Type-N (female)
• Data Interfaces: GPIB, USB, LAN
• Display: Integrated color LCD
• Power Supply: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

– Key Features

• 2-port vector network analysis with full S-parameter measurement capability
• Measurement speeds to 8.5 ms per point enable rapid device characterization
• Trace noise below 0.001 dB RMS ensures high-fidelity results at 1 GHz
• Dynamic range exceeding 100 dB across the 40 GHz band
• Mechanical and electrical calibration kit support for flexible user-defined standards

– Typical Applications

• Component and subsystem characterization in aerospace and defense platforms
• Filter, amplifier, and transmission line analysis up to 40 GHz
• Automated production testing via GPIB, USB, and LAN control
• Communications system device verification

– Compatibility & Integration

The E8363B operates with third-party and Agilent/Keysight calibration kits, supporting SOLT and TRL methodologies. Standard communication protocols (GPIB, USB, LAN) integrate directly into automated test frameworks and enable remote operation in distributed measurement environments.