The Keysight N5532A Sensor Module is a precision power sensor designed for integration with Keysight’s N5530S and N5531S Measuring Receiver Systems, as well as compatible EPM, EPM-P, and N1911/12 Series power meters and Performance Spectrum Analyzers. The module incorporates an integrated power splitter to enable accurate RF and microwave power measurements across multiple frequency bands and dynamic ranges.
Technical Specifications
• Measurement Range: -20 dBm to +30 dBm (10 µW to 1 W)
• Dynamic Range: 100 dB
• Measurement Accuracy: ±0.3 dB
• Measurement Speed: Up to 2000 measurements per second
• Input Impedance: 50 ohms
• Maximum Safe Power: +30 dBm (Average Total Power)
• Linearity: ±3% (negligible)
• Power Supply: +12 VDC, 1.5 A
Input SWR by Frequency Band:
• 30 MHz to 2 GHz: < 1.10:1
• 2 GHz to 18 GHz: < 1.28:1
• 18 GHz to 26.5 GHz: < 1.40:1
• 26.5 GHz to 33 GHz: < 1.55:1
• 33 GHz to 40 GHz: < 1.70:1
• 40 GHz to 50 GHz: < 1.75:1
– Key Features
• Configurable frequency options: 100 kHz to 4.2 GHz (Option 504), 10 MHz to 18 GHz (Option 518), 30 MHz to 26.5 GHz (Option 526), and 30 MHz to 50 GHz (Option 550)
• Connector types vary by frequency option: SMA(m), 2.4 mm(m), 3.5 mm(m), or N-type(m)
• Unique calibration factor data supplied on floppy disk for each module
• Calibration procedures detailed for integration with PC and receiver systems
– Compatibility & Integration
The N5532A integrates with Keysight E4418/19, E4416/17, and N1911/12 Series power meters. N1911/12 Series operation requires the N5532A Option 019 adapter. The module connects to the RF Input of Performance Spectrum Analyzers. Compatibility with Agilent 430 Series and 70100 power meters is not supported.
