The Rohde & Schwarz ZN-Z53 is a two-port network analyzer calibration unit engineered for precision VNA calibration across 100 kHz to 8.5 GHz. Designed for RF and microwave characterization in laboratory and production environments, this 50 Ohm calibration standard delivers directivity performance exceeding 39 dB across its operating range. The unit features 3.5 mm female connectors, USB auto-detection, and zero warm-up time, enabling immediate measurement capability without manual configuration.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 100 kHz to 8.5 GHz
• Impedance: 50 Ohms
• Ports: 2 (3.5 mm female connectors)
• Input Power Range: –45 dBm to +20 dBm (nominal)
• Damage Threshold: +23 dBm (RF), 12 V (DC)
• Directivity Performance:
– 100 kHz to 1 MHz: >40 dB (spec), >42 dB (typical)
– 100 kHz to 2 GHz: >44 dB (spec), >45 dB (typical)
– 2 to 6 GHz: >41 dB (spec), >43 dB (typical)
– 6 to 10 GHz: >41 dB (spec), >43 dB (typical)
– 10 to 18 GHz: >39 dB (spec), >41 dB (typical)
• Measurement Conditions: +18 °C to +28 °C ambient, 10 Hz bandwidth, –10 dBm nominal power at calibration ports
– Key Features
• Plug-and-play USB auto-detection with zero configuration overhead
• No warm-up time required—ready for immediate use
• Multiport calibration support for complex test architectures
• Wide frequency coverage from low-frequency circuits to microwave assemblies
• Optional connector configurations available for select ports
– Typical Applications
Network analyzer calibration in R&F component testing, filter characterization, amplifier S-parameter measurement, and transmission line verification.
– Compatibility & Integration
Direct compatibility with R&S ZVA/T, ZNB/T, ZNC, ZND, ZNL, and ZNBT (with re-connection) vector network analyzers.
