The Agilent/Keysight 15680A is an RF accessories kit designed to support precision coaxial connections and adapter functionality across multiple connector standards. This kit enables engineers to connect RF/microwave components and cables while maintaining measurement accuracy and signal integrity in test and measurement applications.
Technical Specifications
The 15680A accommodates connector types including SMA, 3.5mm, 2.92mm, 2.4mm, Type-N, and 1.0mm standards. Performance metrics for comparable Keysight RF adapters include return loss exceeding 28 dB and insertion loss below 1 dB for Type-N configurations. Repeatability specifications reach -44 dB for 2.4mm adapter applications.
Frequency support extends to 50 GHz for 2.4mm connectors, with specialized 1mm connectors rated to 120 GHz. Metrology-grade construction ensures highest performance and repeatability for calibration and precision measurement scenarios.
– Key Features
• Multiple connector standard support for versatile test configurations
• Superior return loss performance (>28 dB) for accurate RF measurements
• Low insertion loss (<1 dB) minimizing signal degradation
• High-frequency capability up to 120 GHz with appropriate connector selection
• Metrology-grade construction for repeatable, calibration-grade performance
• Designed for protection of test set ports during connector transitions
– Typical Applications
• Component and cable interconnection in RF/microwave test benches
• Coaxial and on-wafer measurement systems
• Adapter transitions between incompatible connector standards
• Calibration and standards-grade measurement setups requiring precision repeatability
• Test port protection in production and field environments
– Compatibility & Integration
The kit integrates with Keysight test systems and instruments that employ standard RF connectors. Adapter selection within the kit permits mating between SMA, 3.5mm, 2.92mm, 2.4mm, Type-N, and 1.0mm connector types, supporting frequency operations from DC through microwave and millimeter-wave bands.
