The Keysight/Agilent N8482B is a thermocouple power sensor designed for precise RF and microwave power measurements across a broad frequency spectrum. It is engineered to deliver accurate readings for CW, modulated, and pulsed signals, leveraging its thermocouple detection method for reliable power sensing. The N8482B is a successor to legacy 8480 Series sensors, offering significant enhancements in performance characteristics.
### Technical Specifications
**Frequency Range:**
* 100 kHz to 6 GHz
**Power Measurement Range:**
* **Standard Option (STD):** -5 dBm to +44 dBm (316 µW to 25 W)
* **CFT Option:** 0 dBm to +44 dBm (1 mW to 25.1 W)
**Accuracy:**
* High accuracy of 1%
* Accurate calibration and traceability to the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
**Linearity:**
* Best-in-class power linearity of less than 1%
* Specific linearity values:
* From +29 dBm to <+39 dBm: ±0.52%
* From +39 dBm to +44 dBm: ±1.66%**Standing Wave Ratio (SWR):**
* Excellent SWR of mismatch uncertainty
* Typical SWR values range from 1.08 to 1.16 depending on the frequency range**Repeatability:**
* Highly accurate power repeatability**Noise:**
* Low noise: <114 µW (maximum value)**Connector:**
* Type N (male) connector**Calibration Data Storage:**
* Integrated EEPROM feature to store calibration factors, eliminating manual entry into the power meter
* Automatic readout of calibration data and corresponding correction factors from EEPROM**Compatibility:**
* **Compatible Power Meters:**
* P-Series (N1911A/12A)
* EPM-P Series (E4416A/17A)
* EPM Series (N1913/14A, E4418/19B)
* EPM Series (N1913/14B)
* P-Series (N8262A) (Note: Some sources indicate N8480 series are not compatible with N8262A)
* **Incompatible Power Meters/Devices:**
* Keysight 43x
* E1416A
* N8262A
* 5314x microwave counters
* E7495x base station test set
* Note: Option CFT is not compatible with 43x and other obsolete power meters**SCPI Compatibility:**
* SCPI codes compatible with 8480 series (option CFT)
* SCPI codes compatible with E-Series sensor (standard option)### Physical Characteristics* **Dimensions:** 83 mm (W) x 114 mm (H) x 283 mm (L)
* **Weight:** 0.684 kg
* **Shipping Weight:** 2 lb, 3.09 LBS### Options* **N8482B-STD:** Standard option, with a power range of -5 dBm to +44 dBm
* **N8482B-CFT:** Offers full SCPI code compatibility with the 8480A series. Calibration values and correction factors are provided on a label; EEPROM feature is disabled. Power range is 0 dBm to +44 dBm
* **N8482B-025:** 30dB attenuator, for average power from 100kHz-6GHz, -5dBm to +44dBm, N-type, average input power to 25 watts
* **N8482B-100:** Type-N (m) connector### Why Choose Aumictech for Agilent / Keysight N8482B Thermocouple Power Sensors?At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end RF and microwave test equipment. Whether you need to perform accurate power measurements across a wide frequency and dynamic range, ensure seamless integration with your existing Keysight power meters, or require robust and reliable performance for demanding applications, our team ensures the Agilent / Keysight N8482B delivers maximum performance for your laboratory or field testing needs.
