The Keysight (Agilent) P5020A is a compact, USB-controlled Vector Network Analyzer delivering RF and microwave component characterization across 9 kHz to 4.5 GHz. Part of the Streamline Series, it leverages the same measurement science as Keysight’s high-performance PNA, ENA, and PXI platforms while maintaining a minimal footprint through external computer control and processing. The instrument combines dynamic range, measurement speed, trace noise, and temperature stability into a flexible platform for passive components, amplifiers, mixers, and frequency converters.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 9 kHz to 4.5 GHz
• System IF Bandwidth: 1 Hz to 15 MHz
• Port Configurations: 4-port or 6-port models available
• Control Interface: USB 3.0
• Form Factor: Compact, panel-less design
– Key Features
• Intuitive graphical user interface shared with Keysight high-performance PNAs
• Supports all Keysight electronic calibrators (ECal) for rapid calibration
• Corrected system performance (with N4694D ECal and Option 0DC):
– Directivity: 38 dB (100 kHz–1 MHz); ±0.08 dB (1 MHz–50 MHz); ±0.04 dB (50 MHz–2 GHz); ±0.04 dB (2 GHz–20 GHz); ±0.05 dB (20 GHz–30 GHz); ±0.06 dB (30 MHz–40 GHz); ±0.08 dB (40 GHz–50 GHz); ±0.08 dB (50 GHz–53 GHz)
– Reflection Tracking: ±0.08 dB (1 MHz–50 MHz); ±0.04 dB (50 MHz–2 GHz); ±0.04 dB (2 GHz–20 GHz); ±0.05 dB (20 GHz–30 GHz); ±0.06 dB (30 MHz–40 GHz); ±0.08 dB (40 GHz–50 GHz); ±0.08 dB (50 GHz–53 GHz)
– Transmission Tracking: ±0.095 dB (1 MHz–50 MHz)
• Optional second source available on 4-port models (Option 402)
– Typical Applications
• Passive component characterization
• Amplifier and mixer testing
• Frequency converter analysis
• In-depth RF measurement analysis
– Compatibility & Integration
External computer control enables powerful data processing and integration with existing lab environments. Measurement capabilities leverage proven Keysight VNA technology across multiple platforms.
