The Agilent/Keysight E1416A is a single-slot, C-size VXI message-based power meter module engineered for accurate average power measurements across RF and microwave frequencies. This single-channel instrument integrates directly into VXI-based test systems and accepts Agilent 8480 series thermocouple and diode power sensors, plus the 11722A sensor, enabling flexible power measurement from 100 kHz to 110 GHz.
Technical Specifications
Module Architecture
• Device type: VXI message-based
• Form factor: Single-slot C-size module
• Power consumption: 12.20 W per slot; 0.20 liter/s airflow; 1.00 mm H₂O pressure drop
• Supply currents: +5 V @ 1.0 A; +24 V / -24 V @ 0.1 A each
Power Reference
• 1.00 mW calibration standard (50 MHz oscillator, factory set to ±0.7%, traceable to NIST)
Measurement Performance
• Frequency range: 100 kHz to 110 GHz (sensor dependent)
• Power range: -70 dBm to +44 dBm (100 pW to 25 W) (sensor dependent)
• Dynamic range: 50 dB in 10 dB steps
• Absolute accuracy: ±0.02 dB or ±0.5%
• Zero-set repeatability: ±0.5% of full scale on most sensitive range; divided by 10 for each higher range; ±1 count
• Resolution: 0.1, 0.01, or 0.001 dB (selectable)
• Averaging: 1 to 1024 readings (powers of 2)
– Key Features
• Measurement results in W, dBm (absolute), %, or dB (relative)
• Offset capability: ±99.99 dB
• Duty cycle mode: Displays peak power representation for rectangular pulses
• Sensor calibration: Stores up to 10 frequency-dependent cal factor tables
• Operating state memory: Saves and recalls 10 complete configurations
– Compatibility & Integration
Supported Sensors: Agilent 8480 series (thermocouple and diode types), 11722A
Functional Equivalence: Agilent 437B or 70100A
Cable Options: 5-ft (1.5 m) or 10-ft (3.0 m) power sensor cables (P/N 11730A or 11730B)
Available Options: Custom sensor cable lengths (Option 004); service manual P/N E1416-90002 (Option 915); calibration service (CAL)
