The Anritsu ME7808A is a broadband vector network analyzer delivering S-parameter measurements from 40 MHz to 110 GHz in a single fast sweep. Built on proven Lightning 65 GHz VNA technology, it supports multiple configurations for coaxial, waveguide, and on-wafer characterization with 12-term error correction and advanced calibration techniques.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Coverage
• 40 MHz to 110 GHz (single sweep)
• Stand-alone 65 GHz VNA configuration available
• Millimeter-wave operation 65 GHz to 110 GHz with WR-10 waveguide interface
• Modular architecture supports millimeter-wave bands to 325 GHz
S-Parameter Measurements
• Full auto-reversing, 12-term error-corrected S-parameters
• Measurement speed: approximately 1.5 seconds per 101-point sweep
Calibration Methods
• Short-Open-Load-Thru (SOLT)
• Line-Reflect-Line (LRL)
• Line-Reflect-Match (LRM)
• Offset Short (waveguide measurements)
• Concatenated SOLT and offset short (W1 broadband, 3656 kit)
Connectors & Test Ports
• Broadband: W1 (1.0 mm) coaxial connectors (IEEE standard)
• Stand-alone 65 GHz: V-connector interface
• Millimeter-wave: WR-10 waveguide
• Single pair of coaxial test ports
• DC bias injection path to W1 connectors from front-panel inputs
Data Storage
• 3.5-inch MS-DOS compatible floppy disk
– Key Features
• Fast single-sweep operation across full 40 MHz to 110 GHz range
• Flexible configuration: coaxial, waveguide, or mixed topologies
• On-wafer calibration support (SussCal, WinCal compatible)
• Direct DC bias capability on coaxial ports
• Optional modular millimeter-wave extension to 325 GHz
– Typical Applications
• On-wafer device characterization
• Broadband component measurements (coaxial)
• Millimeter-wave system verification
• Manufacturing and quality control
• Research and development
– Compatibility & Integration
Supports leading probe station platforms and standard probe tips. Compatible with industry-standard on-wafer calibration software. W1 connector architecture enables broadband measurements using the Anritsu 3656 calibration and verification kit.
