The Agilent/Keysight 11903A is a metrology-grade adapter that interconnects 2.4 mm and Type-N connectors for RF and microwave signal transmission. Designed for precision measurement environments, this male-to-male adapter delivers the electrical performance required in calibration, network analysis, and component characterization across a broad frequency spectrum.
Technical Specifications
• Connector Type: 2.4 mm (male) to Type-N (male)
• Frequency Range: DC to 18 GHz
• Return Loss: Greater than 28 dB
• Repeatability: −48 dB
• Electrical Length: 46.1 mm (1.82 in)
• Overall Length: 49.1 mm (1.93 in)
• Diameter: 22.0 mm (0.86 in)
– Key Features
• High return loss performance exceeding 28 dB minimizes reflections and signal degradation across the full frequency range.
• Repeatability specification of −48 dB ensures consistent mating and demating cycles without performance drift.
• Compact physical dimensions facilitate integration into crowded test benches and measurement setups.
• Metrology-grade construction supports applications requiring traceable, repeatable results.
– Typical Applications
• Network analyzer calibration and verification kits
• Microwave component testing and characterization
• S-parameter measurement systems
• RF and microwave instrument interconnection
• Standards and reference measurement configurations
– Compatibility & Integration
The 11903A serves as a bridge between 2.4 mm and Type-N connector ecosystems, enabling connection of measurement instruments, test fixtures, and components across different connector standards. Its DC to 18 GHz bandwidth accommodates both narrowband and broadband applications in the RF and microwave domain.
