The Keysight 85059B is a 1.0 mm precision calibration kit engineered for vector network analyzer systems requiring traceable calibrations across DC to 120 GHz. The kit delivers calibration standards optimized for microwave and millimeter-wave measurements, utilizing a data-based model compatible with SmartCal guided calibration methods.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range: DC to 120 GHz
Connector Type: 1.0 mm (male and female)
Calibration Standards:
• Offset shorts: 1.3 mm, 2.45 mm, 3.326 mm, and 4.039 mm (male and female pairs)
• Offset open (male and female)
• Lowband load (male and female)
Electrical Performance — Shorts (Male and Female):
• DC to 20 GHz: 1.50° deviation from nominal phase
• 20 to 50 GHz: 2.30° deviation
• 50 to 80 GHz: 3.25° deviation
• 80 to 100 GHz: 3.50° deviation
• 100 to 120 GHz: 4.00° deviation
Electrical Performance — Opens (Male and Female):
• DC to 20 GHz: 2° deviation from nominal phase
• 20 to 50 GHz: 3° deviation
• 50 to 80 GHz: 7° deviation
• 80 to 100 GHz: 8° deviation
• 100 to 120 GHz: 8° deviation
Electrical Performance — Loads (Male and Female):
• DC to 18 GHz: 30 dB return loss
• 18 to 40 GHz: 26 dB return loss
• 40 to 50 GHz: 24 dB return loss
Adapters (Male-Male, Female-Female, Male-Female):
• DC to 110 GHz: 14 dB return loss, −0.5 dB insertion loss
• 110 to 120 GHz: 14 dB return loss, −0.7 dB insertion loss
– Key Features
• Complete calibration standard set with matched male and female components
• Four offset short standards for enhanced phase accuracy across frequency bands
• Data-based modeling for improved calibration repeatability
• Protective storage case with organized component layout
• Includes three ferrite-core inductors, male-female-male adapters, wrench, and cable tie
• Calibration certificate and quick start guide provided
– Typical Applications
VNA measurements in microwave and millimeter-wave component characterization, transmission line analysis, and network parameter verification.
– Compatibility & Integration
Designed for Keysight PNA series network analyzer systems. Compatible with SmartCal guided calibration methods within the Cal Wizard.
