The Keysight N5290A is a millimeter-wave network analyzer system spanning 900 Hz to 110 GHz, delivering vector S-parameter measurements for advanced component characterization. Built on the PNA or PNA-X measurement engine with integrated N5292A test set controller and N5293AX03 frequency extenders, this platform provides the dynamic range and phase stability demanded by 5G, radar, and high-speed digital applications.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range: 900 Hz to 110 GHz
Performance Metrics:
• Dynamic range: >115 dB
• Trace noise: 0.003 dB rms
• Magnitude stability: <0.015 dB over 24 hours
• Phase accuracy: <0.15 degrees over 24 hours
• Port configurations: 2-port or 4-port
• Test ports: 1.0 mm male coaxial connectors
– Key Features
• Broadband S-parameter measurements with vector accuracy at millimeter-wave frequencies
• Low Frequency Extension (LFE) option enables measurements from 500 Hz to 100 MHz for dual-range characterization
• Leveled power sweep capability for accurate device behavior under variable conditions
• Power and S-parameter traceability certified to 110 GHz
• Modular architecture using PNA/PNA-X platforms with dedicated millimeter-wave test set controller
• Includes interconnect cabling and 1.2 m frequency extender cables with integrated bias tee
– Typical Applications
• 5G component and subsystem characterization
• Millimeter-wave radar front-end validation
• High-speed digital device S-parameter extraction
• Broadband component device modeling
– Compatibility & Integration
Systems are available in multiple configurations: 2-port options pair the N5222B or N5227B PNA with dual N5293AX03 extenders; 4-port variants employ the N5242B or N5247B PNA-X with quad extender arrays. All configurations include the N5292A test set controller with specified options and interconnect harnesses for direct PNA/PNA-X integration.
