The Anritsu MS46122B is a compact USB vector network analyzer engineered for RF and microwave component and system characterization. This 2-port instrument delivers precise S-parameter measurements up to 43.5 GHz within a portable form factor, making it suitable for laboratory, production, and field testing environments. USB 3.0 connectivity enables direct integration into automated test systems and remote control via SCPI commands.
Technical Specifications
Frequency and Dynamic Range
• Frequency range: Up to 43.5 GHz
• Dynamic range: 140 dB at 10 MHz; 120 dB at 1 GHz; 93 dB at 43.5 GHz
• Frequency resolution: 1 Hz
• Data points: Up to 100,001 points
Measurement Performance
• Output power: -30 dBm to +10 dBm (adjustable)
• Measurement speed: Up to 30 µs/point at 100 kHz IF bandwidth
• S-parameters: S11, S21, S12, S22, plus group delay and differential/common-mode parameters
Physical and Electrical
• Compact, lightweight design with minimal footprint
• SMA female RF connectors
• High measurement accuracy across specified frequency bands
• Excellent power and transmission stability
– Key Features
• 2-port measurement configuration
• USB 3.0 interface for control and data transfer
• Adjustable output power spanning 40 dB dynamic range
• High-resolution frequency stepping down to 1 Hz
• Measurement density up to 100,001 points per sweep
– Typical Applications
The MS46122B supports component characterization, filter and amplifier validation, transmission line measurement, and impedance matching verification across microwave frequencies. Integration into automated test equipment enables production verification and in-situ field measurements.
– Compatibility & Integration
• Windows 7, 8, and 10 (32-bit and 64-bit)
• SCPI command language support for automation and remote operation
• Designed for ATE systems, research labs, and portable field configurations
