The Agilent/Keysight N2786A is a two-legged XY axis probe positioner engineered for hands-free measurement stability across general-purpose probing applications. This low-cost accessory accommodates a broad range of passive and active probes through three differently sized apertures, enabling quick probe positioning on circuit boards and test points without manual intervention.
Technical Specifications
• Product Type: Probe Positioner
• Axis Configuration: XY Axis
• Physical Design: Two-legged structure
• Dimensions: 91.5 mm height × 67 mm width
• Weight: 51.5 g
• Aperture Options: Three sized apertures for probe accommodation
– Key Features
• Hands-free operation with no intrinsic positioning controls required
• Stable XY axis positioning for measurement consistency
• Three aperture sizes accommodate various probe form factors
• User-friendly design minimizes setup complexity
– Typical Applications
• General-purpose circuit probing and signal integrity analysis
• Hands-free measurement positioning on PCBs and electronic devices
• Laboratory and engineering bench debugging tasks
• Quick-access probe staging for repetitive measurements
– Compatibility & Integration
The N2786A integrates with Keysight’s 2.5 mm and 5 mm passive probe families, including models N2870A-76A, 10073C, 10074C, N2862A, N2863A, and 1165A. Broad compatibility extends to passive probes from other manufacturers and most Agilent/Keysight active probes, including InfiniiMax single-ended and differential variants. The positioner ships with a user manual for operational guidance.
