The Keysight P5027B is a compact, four-port PC-based Vector Network Analyzer engineered for portable RF characterization across 9 kHz to 44 GHz. This faceless VNA connects via Thunderbolt 3 interface to a host PC, delivering high-speed data transfer and measurement consistency with Keysight’s higher-performance platforms through identical GUI, SCPI commands, and measurement science. Designed for single-hand operation, the P5027B fits space-constrained labs and mobile test environments without sacrificing performance. The 132 dB dynamic range and multiple sweep modes—linear, log, segment, CW, power, and DC source—enable rapid characterization of passive components, amplifiers, mixers, and frequency converters.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 9 kHz to 44 GHz
• Ports: 4 (expandable with Option 400/402 for second source)
• Interface: Thunderbolt 3 (USB Type-C)
• Input Impedance: 50 Ω
• Dynamic Range: 132 dB
• Sweep Types: Linear, log, segment, CW, power, DC source
• Form Factor: Compact, faceless, lightweight, one-hand portable
– Key Features
• 132 dB system dynamic range defined as source maximum output power minus receiver noise floor at 10 Hz IF bandwidth
• Streamline Series integration ensures measurement consistency across Keysight VNA platforms
• Thunderbolt 3 connectivity for efficient host PC communication
• Quick calibration support with Keysight Electronic Calibration (ECal) modules
• Port cascading capability to extend test configurations for multiport calibrated measurements
– Typical Applications
• Passive component characterization
• Amplifier and mixer testing
• Frequency converter validation
• Space-constrained laboratory and field measurements
– Compatibility & Integration
• Compatible with wide range of measurement applications for advanced component analysis
• Supports cascading of two units for expanded port capacity
• Electronic Calibration module support for rapid setup
• Operates reliably within -10 °C to 55 °C ambient range following 60-minute thermal stabilization
