Agilent / Keysight N5231B PNA-L Microwave Network Analyzer, 13.5 GHz

The Keysight N5231B PNA-L is a benchtop microwave network analyzer delivering S-parameter measurements from 300 kHz to 13.5 GHz. Available in 2-port or 4-port configurations, this instrument balances cost and performance for R&D and manufacturing environments across telecom, wireless LAN, aerospace, and defense sectors.

– Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range: 300 kHz to 13.5 GHz
• Ports: 2-port or 4-port options
• Dynamic Range: Up to 133 dB
• Harmonics: -18 dBc
• Physical: 24 × 20 × 16 inches; 50 lbs benchtop form factor
• Display: Multi-touch interface with intuitive navigation

– Key Features

• Standard test set with configurable front-panel jumpers and source attenuators (extended power range options)
• SCPI command programming interface
• Core firmware shared across PNA series for operational consistency
• Hardware upgrade path from N52xxA to N52xxB models
• Firmware upgrade support

– Typical Applications

• Passive and active device characterization
• S-parameter and signal integrity measurements
• Materials characterization and filter design
• Amplifier and RF component testing

– Compatibility & Integration

Specialized measurement capabilities via optional software packages:

• S93007A: Automatic fixture removal
• S93010A: Time domain analysis
• S93015A: Dynamic uncertainty for S-parameter measurements
• S93029A: Noise figure and noise power characterization

Hardware configurations include 2-port base (Option 200), 2-port with extended power range (Option 216), 4-port base (Option 400), and 4-port with extended power range (Option 416).