The Marconi IFR Aeroflex 6210 is a reflection analyzer module that integrates with the 6200B series Microwave Test Set to deliver error-corrected S11 measurements, return loss, and impedance characterization from 250 MHz to 26.5 GHz. The 6210 adds dedicated hardware and software for reflection coefficient analysis across Cartesian, polar, and Smith Chart displays, while enabling time-domain measurements for impedance matching circuit design. When paired with the 6200B MTS, the system achieves test port match exceeding 40 dB and directivity greater than 50 dB, reducing measurement uncertainty and production test time through error correction.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range: 250 MHz to 26.5 GHz
Measurement Parameters
• Error-corrected reflection coefficient (S11)
• Return loss and VSWR
• Impedance (real and imaginary components)
• Time domain analysis
• Cartesian displays: logarithmic magnitude, linear magnitude, phase, VSWR, real, imaginary
• Polar and Smith Chart displays
Performance Characteristics
• Test port match: greater than 40 dB (dependent on test port connector and calibration kit quality)
• Directivity: greater than 50 dB
Calibration Support
• 1-Port COAX and WAVEGUIDE calibration types
• Calibration standards: short, open, fixed load, offset short, sliding load
• Full calibration kits supplied by Aeroflex
– Key Features
• Integrates beneath 6200B MTS for unified reflection and transmission measurement
• Retains all 6200B capabilities: absolute power measurement, frequency counter, synthesized sweep generator, voltage/current source, CW signal generation
• GPIB (IEEE 488.2) control interface for automated test sequences
– Typical Applications
• Component characterization and quality assurance in microwave manufacturing
• Impedance and matching network design validation
• Return loss measurement for filters, amplifiers, and interconnects
• S-parameter analysis across microwave and millimeter-wave bands
– Compatibility & Integration
Designed as a slide-in module for the Marconi IFR Aeroflex 6200B series Microwave Test Set. No separate power supply required; operates as integrated subsystem within the 6200B platform.
