Keysight (Agilent) P5004A Keysight Streamline USB Vector Network Analyzer

The Keysight P5004A Streamline is a compact, USB-controlled 2-port vector network analyzer built for S-parameter characterization from 9 kHz to 20 GHz. This rackmount instrument delivers 137 dB typical dynamic range with a noise floor of -130 dBm, enabling precise measurements in manufacturing, field testing, and R&D environments. Native USB 3.0 connectivity integrates with standard PC platforms, while the familiar Keysight PNA GUI accelerates deployment. The P5004A measures 176 × 48 × 333 mm and weighs 1.88 kg, making it suitable for both benchtop and portable applications.

– Technical Specifications

Frequency & Power
• Frequency range: 9 kHz to 20 GHz
• Output power: 7 dBm
• Power sweep range: -60 dBm to +7 dBm
• Noise floor: -130 dBm

Measurement Performance
• Dynamic range: 137 dB (typical); >140 dB at 10 Hz IFBW
• Trace noise: 0.0015 dB rms at 10 kHz
• Measurement speed: 40 ms (201 points, 2-port calibrated)
• Harmonic content: -25 dBc
• Frequency stability: 0.005 °C (typical, up to 4.5 GHz)

Physical & Electrical
• Ports: 2 × 3.5 mm female (50 Ω MCX connectors)
• Dimensions: 176 × 48 × 333 mm (6.9 × 1.9 × 13.1 in)
• Weight: 1.88 kg (4.14 lbs)
• Supply voltage: 24 V DC
• Power consumption: 80 W
• Operating temperature: 0 to 50 °C

– Key Features

• USB 3.0 control interface; supports GPIB, Ethernet/LAN, RS-232
• Full ECal module compatibility for automated calibration
• Optional pulsed-RF, time-domain, noise figure, and spectrum analysis modes
• Gain compression and multiport calibration capability
• Embedded LO and fixture removal functions available

– Typical Applications

Component characterization, RF filter and amplifier verification, transmission line analysis, impedance matching networks, and educational laboratory environments.

– Compatibility & Integration

Operates with Keysight’s standard PNA software suite. Requires USB 3.0-compatible host PC per Keysight system requirements documentation. Ships with USB 3.0 cable, 24 V external power adapter, and calibration certificate.