HP / Agilent 8722ET 40 GHz S-parameter Vector Network Analyzer

The HP/Agilent 8722ET is a 40 GHz S-parameter Vector Network Analyzer that delivers precise RF and microwave component characterization across a wide frequency span. Engineered for design validation, development, and production testing in telecommunications, aerospace, and radar applications, this instrument combines a synthesized source, test set, and tuned receiver into a single integrated platform. The 8722ET achieves up to 104 dB system transmission dynamic range and supports advanced calibration techniques including one-port, response, and enhanced response methods for source match correction.

– Technical Specifications

Frequency Coverage
• Operating range: 50 MHz to 40 GHz
• IF bandwidth: 10 Hz

Dynamic Range
• System transmission dynamic range (ET model): Up to 104 dB (10 Hz IF bandwidth, maximum test port power, full two-port error correction)
• Range-dependent performance: 98 dB (0.05–0.84 GHz), 102 dB (0.84–8 GHz), 100 dB (8–20 GHz), 100 dB (20–40 GHz)

S-Parameter Accuracy
• Directivity: 26 dB to 48 dB across frequency bands
• Source match: 23 dB to 48 dB across frequency bands
• Load match: 26 dB to 48 dB across frequency bands
• Reflection tracking: ±(0.080 dB + 0.06 dB/°C) at 20–40 GHz
• Transmission tracking: ±(0.372 dB + 0.06 dB/°C) at 20–40 GHz

RF Performance
• Maximum RF port input: +43 dBm
• Maximum test port power (no isolators): +30 dBm
• Maximum test port power (with high-power isolators): +43 dBm
• Maximum R-channel input level: 0 dBm
• Minimum R-channel input level: −34 dBm
• Receiver path attenuators: 0 to 55 dB in 5 dB steps (Option 085)

Test Ports
• Connector options: 3.5 mm (m) or 2.4 mm (m)

Physical
• Dimensions: 425 mm W × 457 mm D × 222 mm H
• Weight: 22.7 to 27.7 kg

– Key Features

• Two-channel measurement architecture
• Enhanced response calibration corrects source match effects
• VGA-compatible display output for external monitors
• Compact benchtop form factor

– Typical Applications

Component characterization in RF and microwave design, manufacturing test, and system integration for telecommunications, aerospace, and radar systems.

– Compatibility & Integration

The 8722ET operates as a standalone instrument with integrated signal generation and measurement. External display capability via VGA output supports extended monitoring configurations.