The Agilent/Keysight 87301C is a compact coaxial directional coupler engineered for broadband signal monitoring and signal leveling in microwave test environments. Operating across 10 to 50 GHz, this device delivers 10 ±0.7 dB nominal coupling with 10 dB directivity and insertion loss below 1.9 dB, making it suitable for both benchtop and integrated test interface unit applications. All connections use 2.4 mm female connectors.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 10 to 50 GHz
• Nominal Coupling: 10 ±0.7 dB
• Directivity: 10 dB
• Insertion Loss: < 1.9 dB
• Maximum SWR: 1.8
• Coupling Variation: ±0.7 dB
• Amplitude Imbalance: 1.0 dB maximum across frequency band
• Connector Type: 2.4 mm female
– Key Features
• Compact form factor for space-constrained test setups
• Broadband performance spanning 10 to 50 GHz
• Low insertion loss minimizes signal degradation
• Controlled directivity for precise coupling measurement
• Stable coupling variation across operating frequency range
– Typical Applications
• Signal monitoring in RF and microwave systems
• Signal leveling when paired with coaxial detectors
• Test interface unit integration for automated measurement systems
• Benchtop laboratory and production testing
– Compatibility & Integration
The 87301C integrates with Keysight detector and power sensor families, including coaxial detectors and 848X series power sensors, enabling comprehensive signal analysis within microwave test environments.
