Agilent/Keysight 85514A

The Agilent/Keysight 85514A is a 4-in-1 OSLT mechanical calibration kit engineered to deliver precise calibration standards for non-insertable devices across DC to 9 GHz. This kit combines Open, Short, Load, and Through standards in a compact form factor, enabling accurate vector network analyzer and spectrum analyzer calibration in laboratory, manufacturing, and field service environments.

– Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range: DC to 9 GHz
• Connector Type: Type-N male, 50 Ω
• Calibration Standards: Open, Short, Load, Through
• Dimensions: 99 × 65 × 22 mm
• Operating Temperature: +5 °C to +40 °C
• Storage Temperature: -40 °C to +70 °C

– Electrical Performance

Open Phase Error
• 0 to 4 GHz: ≤ 2.0°
• 4 to 9 GHz: ≤ 3.0°

Short Phase Error
• 0 to 9 GHz: ≤ 1.25°

Load Return Loss
• 0 to 6 GHz: ≥ 42 dB
• 6 to 9 GHz: ≥ 35 dB
• DC Resistance: 50 Ω ± 0.5 Ω
• Maximum Power: 0.5 W

Through Standard (male-male)
• Insertion Loss: ≤ 0.05 dB (DC to 4 GHz), ≤ 0.1 dB (4 to 9 GHz)
• Electrical Delay: 241.167 ps
• Offset Delay (Open): 53.882 ps

– Key Features

• Compact, lightweight design minimizes handling stress and integration complexity
• Type-N male connectors ensure broad compatibility with standard RF/microwave instrumentation
• Tight phase and insertion-loss specifications enable high-accuracy measurements
• Load return loss exceeding 42 dB below 6 GHz provides clean termination

– Typical Applications

Calibration of non-insertable test devices including cables, filters, and assemblies with male-male connectors. Suitable for network analyzer verification, gain and phase measurement validation, and insertion-loss characterization in manufacturing and R&D environments.

– Compatibility & Integration

Designed for use with Type-N equipped network and spectrum analyzers operating within the DC to 9 GHz frequency range. Recommended inspection interval: 1 year. Connectors accept finger-tightening; torque wrench use (12 lb-inch / 136 N-cm) is optional. Store with protective caps installed in shock-resistant environment to maintain measurement integrity.