The Keysight 16192A is a parallel electrode test fixture engineered for precision impedance measurements of surface mount devices (SMDs) with parallel electrodes. This 2-terminal fixture connects directly to impedance analyzers and LCR meters, enabling accurate characterization of component behavior across DC to 2 GHz. The fixture accommodates SMD lengths from 1 mm to 20 mm, making it suitable for component evaluation, quality control, and research applications across laboratory and production environments.
Technical Specifications
Electrical Performance
• Frequency range: DC to 2 GHz
• Maximum voltage: ±42 V peak (AC+DC)
• 2-terminal DUT connection
• Electrical length: 11 mm
• Connector: 7 mm APC-7
Device Compatibility
• Component size range: 1 mm to 20 mm length
• Designed for side electrode and parallel electrode SMD components
Physical Specifications
• Dimensions: 150 mm (W) × 70 mm (H) × 90 mm (D)
• Weight: approximately 400 g
• Operating temperature: −55°C to +85°C
Repeatability & Accuracy
• Impedance proportional error: 1.5 × f² [%]
• Open repeatability: 2 + 30 × f [µS]
• Short repeatability: 30 + 250 × f [mΩ]
– Key Features
• Supports DC to 2 GHz impedance analysis
• Accommodates components 1–20 mm in length
• Includes multiple shorting devices: general-size (1×1×2.4 mm, 1.6×2.4×2 mm, 2.4×2.4×3.2 mm, 2.4×2.4×4.5 mm) and EIA/EIAJ standard sizes (1×0.5×0.5 mm, 1.6×0.8×0.8 mm, 2.0×1.2×0.8 mm, 3.2×1.6×0.8 mm)
• Includes magnifying lens and tweezers for precise component positioning
• Case provided for shorting device storage
– Typical Applications
• Surface mount device characterization and impedance evaluation
• Quality control and production testing
• Research and development of passive components
• Impedance analysis of capacitors, inductors, and resistive elements with parallel electrodes
– Compatibility & Integration
Direct compatibility with Agilent 4291A RF Impedance/Material Analyzer. Also operates with E4982A, E4990A (requires Option E4990A-120 and 42942A), E4991B, and E5061B-3L3/3L4/3L5 with Option 005 plus 16201A.
