Agilent 8510C Network Analyzer 8510C Data Sheet 45 MHz to 110 GHz
Contents Page Excellence in Network Analysis System performance characteristics . . . . . . . . .3 Major Agilent Technologies 8510 Network Analyzer Systems 8510E, Option 005, 45 MHz to 20 GHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 8510SX, 45 MHz to 26.5 GHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 85107B Option 005, 45 MHz to 50 GHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 85107B Option 005 & 007, 45 MHz to 50 GHz . . . . . . . .7 85106D millimeter-wave systems, 33 GHz to 110 GHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System performance characteristics This data sheet offers two types of performance numbers to describe the merit of any measurement system: specifications and supplemental characteristics. Specifications describe the instrument’s warranted performance over the temperature range of 23 ˚C ± 3 ˚C. Supplemental characteristics are typical but non-warranted performance parameters. These are denoted as “typical,” “nominal,” or “approximate.
System performance Agilent 8510E Option 005 45 MHz to 20 GHz The following specifications describe the system performance for the 8510C network analyzer in the 8510E Option 005 (replaces 85052D fixed loads with 85052B sliding loads calibration kit) configuration. The system hardware includes the following: Test set: 8514B S-parameter test set RF source: 83621B synthesized sweeper Calibration kit: 85052B 3.5mm calibration kit Calibration technique: Full two-port calibration with sliding loads.
Agilent 8510SX 45 MHz to 26.5 GHz The following specifications describe the system performance for the 8510C network analyzer with the 8510SX configuration. The system hardware includes the following: Test set: 8515A S-parameter test set RF source: 83631B synthesized sweeper Calibration kit: 85052C 3.5mm precision calibration kit Calibration technique: TRL two-port calibration Dynamic range (for transmission measurements) Frequency range (GHz) 0.
Agilent 85107B Option 005 45 MHz to 50 GHz The following specifications describe the system performance for the 8510C network analyzer in the 85107B Option 005 (adds step attenuators and bias tees to the 8517B test set) configuration for 50 GHz measurements. The system hardware includes the following: Test set: 8517B S-parameter test set RF source: 83651B synthesized sweeper Calibration kit: 85056A 2.
Agilent 85107B Options 005 and 007 45 MHz to 50 GHz The following specifications describe the system performance for the 8510C network analyzer in the 85107B Options 005 (adds step attenuators and bias tees to the 8517B test set) and 007 (adds high power and high dynamic range to the 8517B test set) configuration for 50 GHz measurements. Specifications not shown are the same as those given for the 85107B Option 005.
Agilent 8510XF system performance E7340A Option 005 (45 MHz to 85 GHz) The following specifications describe the system performance of the 8510XF system in the E7340A Option 005 configuration, from 0.045 GHz to 85 GHz. The following system configuration was used to generate the specifications: Test set: E7342A Option 005, millimeter controller and two test heads, 45 MHz to 85 GHz RF sources: 83621B and 83651B synthesized sweepers (one each) Calibration kit: 85059A 1.
Measurement uncertainty Reflection measurements Magnitude Phase Magnitude Phase Transmission measurements Magnitude Phase Magnitude Phase 9
Agilent 8510XF system performance E7350A Option 005 (45 MHz to 110 GHz) The following specifications describe the system performance of the 8510XF system in the E7350A Option 005 configuration, from 0.045 GHz to 110 GHz. The following system configuration was used to generate the specifications: Test set: E7352A Option 005, millimeter controller and two test heads, 45 MHz to 110 GHz RF sources: 83621B and 83651B synthesized sweepers (one each) Calibration kit: 85059A 1.
Measurement uncertainty Reflection measurements Magnitude Phase Magnitude Phase Transmission measurements Magnitude Phase Magnitude Phase 11
Agilent 85108A Pulsed-RF System Dynamic range (for transmission measurements) Frequency range (GHz) 2–8 8–18 18–20 2 to 20 GHz The following specifications describe the system performance for the 8510C network analyzer in 85108A configuration. For complete specifications, refer to the 85108A system data sheet. The system hardware includes the following: Test set: 85110A S-parameter test set RF sources (one each): 83622B and 83623L synthesized sweeper Calibration kit: HP 85052B 3.
Agilent 8511A/8511B frequency converters The following specifications describe the system performance for the 8510C network analyzer with the 8511A/B frequency converter. 45 MHz to 26.5 GHz/45 MHz to 50 GHz Description Dynamic range (on all inputs) Combining the 8511A or 8511B frequency converter with the 8510C network analyzer results in a four channel receiver/signal processor operating over a 45 MHz to 26.5 or 50 GHz frequency range.
Accuracy considerations when using ramp sweep The uncertainty values for the preceding systems assume that the microwave source operates in the synthesized step sweep mode. Selecting ramp sweep saves time; the 8510C allows switching between step and ramp sweep without the need to recalibrate1. The frequency accuracy of the 8510 in ramp sweep mode is determined by the swept frequency accuracy of the source.
System capabilities1 Measurement Ô Number of display channels: Two display channels are available. Number of display parameters: The four basic parameters, S11, S21, S12, S22, can be displayed for either selected channel in either a “four quadrant” or an “overlay” format. Measurement parameters: S11, S21, S12, S22. Parameters may be redefined by the user for special applications.
Ô Power sweep: From power domain, sweep power at a CW frequency. When combined with the receiver calibration feature, power sweep allows quicker and more accurate absolute-power measurements of an amplifier’s 1 dB gain compression point. Alternate sweep: The two channels, including markers, may be coupled1 (same source parameters) or uncoupled (different source parameters).
Ô Ô Thru-reflect-line (TRL): A two-port calibration which requires a through connection, a reflection standard, and a reference transmission line. S-parameter test sets only. Line-reflect-match (LRM): A two-port calibration similar to TRL except it uses fixed loads and not transmission line(s) as its impedance reference. LRM is a particularly convenient broadband calibration for non-coaxial environments with accuracy as good as TRL. S-parameter test sets only.
Storage Internal memory Instrument state: Eight instrument states can be stored in non-volatile memory via the SAVE menu. They can then be recalled via the RECALL menu. Instrument states include all control settings, memory trace data, active list frequency tables, active calibration coefficients, and custom display titles. Register 8 is reserved for the power-up state, which can be defined by the user. Hardware configurations: One hardware configuration is stored in active non-volatile memory.
Bandpass impulse: The bandpass impulse simulates a pulsed RF signal (with an impulse envelope) and is used to measure the time domain response of band-limited devices. The start and stop frequencies are selectable by the user to any values within the limits of the source and test set used. The bandpass time domain response shows changes in the parameter values versus time. Bandpass time domain responses are useful for both reflection and transmission measurements.
General characteristics Rear panel connectors Sweep in: Input for 0 to 10 V sweep voltage from compatible sweep oscillator. Stop sweep: Input and output for stop sweep signal from compatible sweep oscillator. 10 MHz in: Input for external 10 MHz reference. Input level: –10 dBm to +20 dBm, typical Input frequency accuracy: ±0.005% (50 ppm) 20 MHz out: Output of internal 20 MHz reference oscillator. Frequency accuracy: ±0.
System Software Agilent 85161B measurement automation software Description: This software is designed specifically to operate on an HP 9000 Series 200 or 300 computer for automation of the 8510 system including millimeter-wave systems. The software complements the hardware, providing calibration, measurement, and data output capabilities with a minimum of operator interaction. Measurement data can be stored in binary format or in a data file compatible with many CAE design programs.
S-parameter test sets Description Combining the 8510C network analyzer with an 8514B, 8515A, or 8517B results in a system for making full S-parameter measurements. The dual port architecture of the test sets develops a separate reference channel for each incident port. RF switching is done with a single built-in electronic switch.
Agilent 8510C accessories A wide range of accessories support the 8510C network analyzer including calibration kits, verification kits, cables and adapters in 7 mm, 3.5 mm, 2.92 mm. Type-N, 2.4 mm, 1.85 mm and 1.0 mm coax and in the standard waveguide bands. The standards used in the 3.5 mm, Type-N, and 2.4 mm calibration and verification kits use precision slotless connectors1 (PSC-3.5, PSC-N, and PSC-2.4).
Electronic calibration Electronic calibration (ECal) is a precision, single connection, one- or two-port calibration technique that uses fully traceable and verifiable electronic impedance standards. ECal replaces the traditional calibration technique that uses mechanical standards. ECal requires fewer connections. It removes the intensive operator interaction, which is prone to errors.
Verification kits Verification kits are used to verify that a network analyzer is operating within its specified performance. Agilent Technologies offers verification kits that include precision airlines, mismatch airlines, and precision fixed attenuators. All verification kits include measurement data and uncertainties which are traceable to the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
Test port return cable specifications Single cables for the 8514B and 8515A test sets (3.5 mm) Frequency (GHz) DC–26.5 Length2 cm (inch) 81 (32) Return loss (dB) ≥17 DC–26.5 96.5 (38) ≥16 85132C semi-rigid cable Connector type (test port to device) 3.5 mm3 to PSC-3.5 mm (f) 3.5 mm3 to PSC-3.5 mm (f) 3.5 mm3 to 7 mm DC–18 81 (32) ≥17 85132E flexible cable 3.5 mm3 to 7 mm DC–18 97.2 (38.25) ≥17 85131C semi-rigid cable 85131E flexible cable Insertion loss (dB) (f in GHz) 0.43 √f +0.3 (2.
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