The Rigol VB1032 VSWR Bridge is a 50 Ω impedance measurement accessory for RF and microwave characterization across 1 MHz to 3.2 GHz. It connects directly to Rigol DSA800 series spectrum analyzers equipped with tracking generators, delivering S11 and S22 parameter measurements including input/output VSWR and return loss without external cabling. The bridge features three N-type female connectors and dual N-type male adapter connectors, rated to +27 dBm maximum input power. Typical directivity reaches ≥25 dB to ≥30 dB with insertion loss below 10 dB. The included VSWR-DSA800 software enables guided calibration and measurement workflows on compatible analyzers, with split-screen display of sweep traces and results.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 1 MHz to 3.2 GHz
• Impedance: 50 Ω
• Connectors: 3 × N (Female)
• Included Adapters: Dual N (Male) Type
• Maximum Input Power: +27 dBm (0.5 W)
• Typical Directivity: ≥25 dB, ≥30 dB
• Insertion Loss: <10 dB (typical)
• Operating Temperature: −20 °C to 80 °C
• Storage Temperature: −40 °C to 100 °C
• Dimensions: 130 mm × 75 mm × 30 mm
• Weight: 0.5 kg
– Key Features
• Direct front-panel mounting on DSA800 series analyzers eliminates external cable requirements
• Measurement wizard guides calibration and test procedures
• Dual-window interface displays sweep traces and measurement results simultaneously
– Typical Applications
• S11 parameter measurement (input VSWR and return loss)
• S22 parameter measurement (output VSWR and return loss)
• Antenna resonant frequency and VSWR testing
• Device Under Test (DUT) characterization
– Compatibility & Integration
The VB1032 operates with Rigol DSA800 series spectrum analyzers featuring built-in tracking generators: DSA815-TG, DSA815, DSA815-TG-VSWR, DSA832-TG, DSA832, DSA832E-TG, and DSA832E. Included VSWR-DSA800 software is exclusive to DSA800 series instruments and incompatible with DSA1000 series.
