The Keysight E8363A is a high-performance vector network analyzer spanning 45 MHz to 40 GHz, engineered for RF and microwave component characterization across aerospace, defense, wireless communications, and semiconductor applications. This instrument delivers 123 dB typical dynamic range at the test port, with 138 dB capability via direct receiver access, enabling precise measurement of S-parameters, impedance, and device performance in both development and manufacturing environments.
Technical Specifications
Frequency and Dynamic Range
• Frequency range: 45 MHz to 40 GHz
• Dynamic range (test port): 123 dB typical; 110 dB at 40 GHz; 123 dB at 20 GHz
• Dynamic range (direct receiver access): 138 dB
• Output power: −50 dBm to +13 dBm (adjustable)
Measurement Performance
• Sweep speed: Less than 26 microseconds per data point
• Amplitude accuracy: ±0.03 dB (post-calibration)
• Phase accuracy: ±0.3° (post-calibration)
• Trace noise: Less than 0.002 dB RMS at 1 kHz IFBW
• Temperature stability: ±0.01 dB/°C
System Architecture
• Sixteen independent measurement channels
• Four display windows (up to four traces per window)
• Up to sixteen active and sixteen memory traces
• RAM: 256 MB with built-in hard drive storage
• RF connectors: 3.5 mm male, 50 Ω
– Key Features
• S-parameter measurement (S11, S21, S12, S22, and ratio measurements)
• Multiple display formats: logarithmic/linear magnitude, SWR, phase, group delay, real/imaginary, Smith chart, polar
• Ten independent markers per trace with delta marker reference capability
• Trace statistics: mean, standard deviation, peak-to-peak deviation
• Calibration methods: SOLT, TRL, LRM (TRL/LRM four-receiver enabled for waveguide, on-wafer, and in-fixture testing)
• Time-domain analysis via TDR/TDT (Option 010)
• Noise figure and mixer testing options available
– Typical Applications
• Component characterization and validation
• System integration testing
• On-wafer device measurement
• In-fixture and waveguide testing
• Manufacturing quality control
– Compatibility & Integration
• GPIB, LAN, USB 2.0 interfaces
• SCPI and COM/DCOM programming support
• Operating conditions: 25°C ±5°C; specifications valid after 90 minutes warm-up
