The Rohde & Schwarz ZN-Z54 is a passive calibration unit engineered to establish measurement traceability across the 9 kHz to 40 GHz band. It provides the calibration standards necessary for full two-port network analyzer characterization, ensuring repeatability and accuracy in RF and microwave measurement systems. The unit integrates short-circuit, load, and through standards at 50 Ohm impedance, functioning as a critical reference component within Rohde & Schwarz network analyzer ecosystems.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range: 9 kHz to 40 GHz
Calibration Standards: Short-circuit standards, 50 Ohm load standards, and through standards for two-port calibration
System Impedance: 50 Ohms
Connectors: Type-N and 2.92 mm (K-type) connectors; specific connector configuration depends on associated calibration kit
Operation: Passive component; powered indirectly through the network analyzer during calibration routines
– Key Features
• Provides traceable, repeatable calibration references across nine decades of frequency
• Minimizes measurement uncertainty through precision-engineered standards
• Short-circuit standards with inferred open-circuit capability via analyzer software
• Maintains signal integrity and environmental stability in laboratory and production settings
– Typical Applications
• Network analyzer calibration for two-port S-parameter measurements
• RF and microwave component characterization
• Transmission line and filter validation
• Production test environments requiring verified calibration standards
– Compatibility & Integration
Designed for use with Rohde & Schwarz network analyzers. Specific model compatibility and software version requirements are detailed in the product technical documentation. Calibration kit definitions must be loaded into the network analyzer software for proper operation.
