The Keysight 11730A is a 1.5 meter shielded sensor cable designed to connect power sensors and SNS noise sources to compatible Keysight and Agilent instruments. Built for precision RF and microwave measurements, it minimizes signal loss and RFI effects through improved shielding, making it essential for accurate low-power readings in laboratory and production environments.
Technical Specifications
Electrical
• Voltage rating: 30 VAC
• RFI reduction with improved shielding design for low-power measurement accuracy
Physical
• Cable length: 1.5 meters (5 ft)
• Shielded construction to minimize signal loss
• Durable design for long-term lab or production use
– Key Features
• Optimized for bulkhead integration with Option K01 adapter
• Supports connection of two Power Sensor cables when used with Option K01
• Cable capacity considerations: lengths exceeding 60 meters (200 ft) may affect FET sampling gate balance in HP 8484A Power Sensors, potentially requiring manual FET balance adjustment
• Extended cable lengths beyond 60 meters (200 ft) may exhibit increased noise and zero drift
– Typical Applications
• Power meter signal conditioning and measurement
• Noise figure analyzer integration
• SNS noise source interface for NFA Series Noise Figure Analyzers
• RF and microwave test setups requiring precise sensor-to-instrument connectivity
– Compatibility & Integration
The 11730A interfaces with Keysight/Agilent power meters and noise figure analyzers. Compatible power sensors include the N8480/8480 series and E-series sensors (excluding E9320 family peak and average sensors). Works with SNS series noise sources designed for NFA Series Noise Figure Analyzers. Related cable variants are available in longer lengths: 11730B (10 ft), 11730C (20 ft), 11730D (50 ft), 11730E (100 ft), and 11730F (200 ft).
