Agilent/Keysight E8358A

The Agilent/Keysight E8358A is a vector network analyzer built on the PNA platform for RF and microwave component characterization. It measures complex transmission and reflection characteristics of two-port devices from 300 kHz to 9 GHz, delivering 128 dB dynamic range at the test port and 143 dB with direct receiver access. The instrument executes S-parameter measurements and magnitude, phase, and group-delay analysis at 35 µs/point sweep speed, supported by four independent measurement channels and 10 Hz IF bandwidth for corrected system performance.

– Technical Specifications

• Frequency range: 300 kHz to 9 GHz
• Dynamic range: 128 dB (test port); 143 dB (with direct receiver access)
• Sweep speed: 35 µs/point
• Measurement channels: Four independent channels
• Source output power: 10 dBm maximum
• IF bandwidth: 10 Hz
• Operating temperature: 25 °C ±5 °C, 90 minutes after power-on

– Key Features

• Full two-port error correction with TRL/LRM calibration support
• Four-receiver configuration enables in-fixture and on-wafer measurements
• USB-controlled electronic calibration (ECal)
• Direct receiver access for extended dynamic range (standard)
• Time domain capability (Option 010)
• Configurable test set (Option 015)
• SCPI and COM/DCOM programming interfaces
• Rackmount form factor with optional mounting kits (1CM, 1CP)

– Measurement Capabilities

• S-parameter characterization
• Magnitude, phase, and group-delay response analysis
• Ratioed measurements with phase
• In-fixture device testing
• On-wafer device testing

– Compatibility & Integration

• Compatible with Agilent/Keysight Balanced Component Measurement Systems
• Compatible with Agilent/Keysight Noise-Parameter Systems
• Windows 2000 operating system