The HP/Agilent 84813A is a peak power sensor engineered for precise measurement of pulsed and continuous wave signals from 500 MHz to 26.5 GHz. It delivers calibrated power data across a wide dynamic range, making it essential for telecommunications, radar, and electronic warfare system validation and maintenance.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 500 MHz to 26.5 GHz
• Power Measurement Range: −32 dBm to +20 dBm (usable to −40 dBm)
• Risetime: <5 ns with standard 5 ft cable; <10 ns with optional 6.1 m cable
• Sensing Element: Balanced Planar Doped Barrier (PDB) diodes
• Amplifier: Wideband, high dynamic range sensor amplifier
• Temperature Compensation: Automatic correction across 0°C to 55°C
• Standing Wave Ratio: Excellent SWR via integrated matching network
• Connector: Type N
– Key Features
• Measurement accuracy optimized for pulsed and CW signal characterization across demanding frequency spans
• EEPROM-based calibration data containing frequency and temperature-compensated coefficients; automatically loaded into compatible analyzers with zero manual calibration required
• Fast system risetime enabled by wideband amplifier design
• Automatic temperature sensing maintains measurement integrity across operating environment variations
– Typical Applications
• Telecommunications system design and validation
• Radar signal power characterization
• Electronic warfare equipment testing
• Pulsed signal measurement and analysis
– Compatibility & Integration
The 84813A operates with the HP 8990A, HP 8991A, and HP 8992A peak power analyzers. Standard configuration includes a 5 ft sensor cable. An optional 6.1 m cable (Option 001) is available for extended reach applications. Optional MIL-STD-45662A calibration certification (Option 1BN) is offered.
