Keysight (Agilent) P5005B Vector Network Analyzer, 100 kHz to 26.5 GHz

The Keysight P5005B is a PC-based vector network analyzer operating from 100 kHz to 26.5 GHz, purpose-built for electrical characterization of devices and circuits across R&D, manufacturing, and quality control. This two-port instrument delivers 137 dB minimum dynamic range with trace noise of 0.0015 dB rms at 10 kHz IF bandwidth, enabling precise measurements of both strong and weak signal responses. High-speed data transfer via Thunderbolt 3 (USB Type-C) interface connects to a host PC for instrument control and rapid measurement acquisition. The compact, lightweight design suits space-constrained labs and field deployments.

– Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range: 100 kHz to 26.5 GHz
• Number of Ports: 2
• Dynamic Range: Minimum 137 dB (up to 140 dB)
• Input Impedance: 50 Ω
• Output Power: 10 dBm
• Trace Noise: 0.0015 dB rms (10 kHz IFBW)
• Interface: Thunderbolt 3 (USB Type-C)
• Form Factor: Compact, lightweight, faceless (PC-controlled)

– Key Features

• Multiple sweep types including linear, log, segment, CW, power, and DC source
• Compatible with Keysight Electronic Calibration (ECal) modules for rapid, accurate calibration
• Cascadable with a second VNA to extend port count
• Shared measurement science and GUI with Keysight PNA and ENA series for workflow consistency
• SCPI command compatibility with other Keysight VNA instruments

– Typical Applications

• Pulsed-RF measurements
• Automatic Fixture Removal (AFR)
• Time Domain Analysis (TDR)
• Noise Figure measurements with vector correction
• Gain Compression measurements
• Spectrum Analysis
• Multiport calibrated measurements with cascaded configurations

– Compatibility & Integration

The P5005B integrates into existing Keysight test environments using standard SCPI commands and the familiar Keysight VNA user interface. Thunderbolt 3 connectivity ensures high-speed communication with host PCs. ECal module support eliminates mechanical calibration overhead, boosting measurement throughput in production and service environments.