Keysight (Agilent) U2052XA 10 MHz – 18 GHz USB average power sensor

The Keysight (Agilent) U2052XA is a USB-connected average power sensor engineered for precision RF and microwave power measurements from 10 MHz to 18 GHz. It delivers real-time measurement capability with zero dead time, supporting dynamic range up to 96 dB across a continuous average power span of −70 dBm to +26 dBm. The sensor captures 50,000 readings per second with configurable time-selectivity aperture from 20 µs to 200 ms at 100 ns resolution, enabling accurate characterization of both continuous-wave and modulated signals.

– Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 18 GHz
• Continuous Average Power Range: −70 dBm to +26 dBm
• Maximum Average Power: +29 dBm
• Peak Power (< 10 µs): +32 dBm
• Measurement Speed: 50,000 readings/sec
• Sampling Rate: 20 MSamples/sec
• Dynamic Range: Up to 96 dB
• Dead Time: Zero
• Aperture Duration: 20 µs to 200 ms (100 ns resolution)
• Measurement Type: Average power with average-mode time-selectivity
• Connector: N-type male
• Standard Cable: 5 ft (1.5 m); optional 10 ft (3 m) and 16.4 ft (5 m) available
• Dimensions: 15.9 × 4.4 × 3.5 cm
• Weight: 0.300 kg

– Key Features

• Internal zero and automatic calibration
• Built-in trigger input/output (BNC male to SMB female trigger cable, 50 Ω, 1.5 m included)
• Modulated signal measurement across GSM, EDGE, WCDMA, WLAN, LTE, DME, and radar protocols
• Preset configurations for common wireless and radar signals

– Typical Applications

• RF component characterization
• Modulated signal power verification
• Wireless transmitter validation
• Radar system power measurement

– Compatibility & Integration

The U2052XA operates with Keysight BenchVue software via USB, including the BV0007B Power Meter/Sensor Control and Analysis App. Integration with Keysight network analyzers supports source power calibration workflows.