The Agilent/Keysight P9372B is a compact, PC-based vector network analyzer delivering RF and microwave component characterization from 9 kHz to 9 GHz. This two-port instrument weighs less than 2 kg and connects via Thunderbolt to an external Windows 10 (64-bit) computer, eliminating the need for internal processing or front-panel controls. The faceless design prioritizes portability without sacrificing measurement capability—it delivers 0.0015 dB rms trace noise at 10 kHz IFBW and 8 dBm output power across dual 3.5 mm female test ports.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 9 kHz to 9 GHz
• Ports: 2 (3.5 mm female connectors)
• Output Power: 8 dBm
• Trace Noise: 0.0015 dB rms (10 kHz IFBW)
• Frequency Resolution: 1 Hz
• Input Impedance: 50 ohm (nominal)
• DC Damage Level: 35 V at test port
• Dimensions: 48 mm × 176 mm × 333 mm
• Weight: Less than 2 kg
• Interface: Thunderbolt
• OS: Windows 10 (64-bit), Version 1909 or later
– Key Features
• Identical measurement science and GUI to Keysight PNA, ENA, and PXI VNA platforms
• Electronic Calibration (ECal) module support plus mechanical calibration compatibility
• Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) for passive component analysis and transmission line impedance characterization
• Automatic Fixture Removal (AFR) for benchtop-level performance on passive devices
• Optional Time Domain/Transmission (TDT) with eye-diagram, jitter, and equalization simulation (S97011B licensed)
• Multiport expansion via cascaded VNA configurations
• Automatic multiport error correction with external switch matrices (P9164A/B, P9165A/B)
• Material Measurement Suite for dielectric analysis
• PLTS software for advanced data analysis
– Typical Applications
• Component characterization and filter tuning
• Fixture response removal and gating
• Transmission line impedance analysis
• Passive component measurement
– Compatibility & Integration
The P9372B shares SCPI command syntax and measurement algorithms with Keysight’s higher-performance VNA family, enabling consistent workflows and simplified instrument migration. PC-based architecture allows remote control and integration into automated test environments. VNA activation software (Option 001) maintains compatibility with optional measurement modules.
