The Agilent/Keysight E8358A is a 9 GHz PNA Series vector network analyzer engineered for precise RF and microwave device characterization across R&D and manufacturing environments. This two-port, four-receiver platform measures S-parameters, impedance, and complex transmission/reflection characteristics with exceptional speed and dynamic range, making it ideal for demanding component validation and on-wafer measurements.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range: 300 kHz to 9 GHz
Measurement Parameters:
• S-parameters
• Impedance
• Magnitude and phase response
• Group-delay response
• Time-domain and frequency-domain analysis
• Two-port device characterization
Dynamic Range:
• 128 dB at test port
• 143 dB with direct receiver access
Performance Metrics:
• Sweep speed: 35 µs/point
• Low trace noise
• Wide dynamic range architecture
Calibration & Measurement:
• TRL/LRM calibration support
• Four-receiver configuration for in-fixture and on-wafer devices
• USB-controlled electronic calibration (ECal)
• Standard bias-tees for active device testing
• Direct receiver access standard
Control & Programming:
• COM/DCOM and SCPI programming interfaces
• Windows 2000 operating system
– Key Features
• Two-port, four-receiver architecture
• PNA Series network analyzer platform
• Source attenuators included
• Automation and self-help tools for production and design validation
– Typical Applications
Component characterization in manufacturing and R&D; active device bias and measurement; on-wafer and in-fixture testing; time and frequency-domain analysis.
– Compatibility & Integration
Compatible with Keysight/Agilent/HP Balanced Component Measurement systems and Noise-Parameter Systems.
Physical Specifications: Approximately 50 lbs; 24 × 20 × 16 inches
