The Keysight E8361A is a 67 GHz PNA network analyzer delivering precise RF and microwave device characterization across 10 MHz to 67 GHz, with operation extended to 70 GHz in select configurations. Purpose-built for S-parameter, impedance, and time-domain measurements, it combines high dynamic range with measurement speed to support demanding R&D and manufacturing workflows in wireless communications, aerospace and defense, and advanced device development.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range
• 10 MHz to 67 GHz (specified); operation to 70 GHz available
Dynamic Range
• 94 dB (standard configuration)
• 127 dB at 20 GHz at test port
• System dynamic range (10 Hz BW, standard configuration):
– 10 MHz to 45 MHz: 61 dB typical
– 45 MHz to 2 GHz: up to 94 dB typical
– 2 GHz to 20 GHz: up to 123 dB typical
– 20 GHz to 45 GHz: up to 114 dB typical
– 45 GHz to 50 GHz: up to 104 dB typical
– 60 GHz to 70 GHz: −77 dBm test port input
Noise & Measurement Speed
• Trace noise: <0.006 dB at 10 Hz IF bandwidth; 0.002 dB rms at 1 kHz bandwidth
• Measurement speed: 4.5 to 26 µsec/point
Channel & Data Capacity
• 32 independent measurement channels
• 16,001 data points per channel
• 2 input channels
Output Power
• Maximum: 10 dBm
– Key Features
• Integrated four-receiver S-parameter test set enabling true TRL calibration
• True TRL/LRM calibration with optional electronic calibration (ECal) modules
• Advanced calibration methods: vector-mixer calibration (VMC), scalar-mixer calibration (SMC), unknown thru, and adapter removal
• On-wafer, in-fixture, waveguide, and antenna measurement support
• Guided calibration and user-characterized ECal
– Typical Applications
• S-parameter, impedance, and time-domain analysis
• Amplifier gain compression, harmonic, and IMD measurements
• Mixer conversion loss, return loss, and isolation characterization
• Pulsed-RF and pulsed antenna measurements
• Frequency converter and in-fixture measurements
• Absolute group delay analysis
