N5230A PNA-L Network Analyzer, 2-port, up to 6, 13.5, 20, 40, or 50 GHz
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- Brand: 是德科技
- Commodity name: N5230A PNA-L Network Analyzer, 2-port, up to 6, 13.5, 20, 40, or 50 GHz
- Brand: Keysight Technologies
- Standard : 10MHz to 13.5GHz (2 ports), supporting mainstream frequency bands such as 5G Sub-6GHz (3.5GHz/4.9GHz) and Wi-Fi 6E (6GHz).
- Expansion Options :
- Option 220/225 : Expands the frequency range to 10MHz to 20GHz, covering the full 5G NR FR1 band (410MHz~26.5GHz) and some low-frequency millimeter-wave bands (24.25-26.5GHz).
- Option 420/425 : Supports 10MHz to 40GHz, covering the complete 5G millimeter-wave FR2 band (24.25-40GHz).
- Option 520/525 : Expands to a maximum of 10MHz to 50GHz, suitable for high-frequency millimeter-wave scenarios (such as satellite communication and 6G pre-research).
- Key Clarifications :
- No Option 026 : The previously mistakenly written "Option 026" is a millimeter-wave option for other models (such as N5240A) and is unrelated to N5230A.
- Waveguide Module Adaptability : If a waveguide interface (such as WR-75 corresponding to 10-15GHz) is required, an external 11970V series frequency extension module (not an option, but an external accessory) is needed. In this case, the frequency range is limited by the module (for example, 11970V-135 supports 10-18GHz).
- N5230A can cover 24.25-40GHz (5G NR FR2 band) through option 420/425, but does not support the 76-81GHz automotive radar band (requires upgrading to N5240A or a higher model).
II. Revised Core Technical Parameter Table (Frequency-Related Part)
III. Precise Adaptation to Typical Application Scenarios (Correction of Previous Errors)
- Original Incorrect Description :"Measuring 76~81GHz automotive radar front-end components".
- Correct Application : N5230A can cover 24.25-40GHz , suitable for 5G millimeter-wave base station RF module testing (such as 28GHz PA linearity analysis), while 76-81GHz requires using N5240A (26.5-40GHz) or N5242A (10MHz-43.5GHz).
- N5230A option 420/425 supports 24.25-40GHz (5G NR FR2 band), and can be used for 28GHz filter out-of-band suppression testing (such as out-of-band -50dBc@30GHz), but does not support frequencies above 39GHz/40GHz (requires N5240A or higher models).
IV. Strict Explanation of Option Configuration and Calibration Item Matching
- 10MHz~13.5GHz : Use 125A series N-type precision calibration items (50Ω, such as 125A-135, covering 10MHz-18GHz).
- 10MHz~20GHz (Option 220/225) : Requires using 3.5mm precision calibration items (such as 125B-265, covering 10MHz-26.5GHz).
- 10MHz~40GHz (Option 420/425) : Requires using 2.4mm precision calibration items (such as 125C-405, covering 10MHz-40GHz).
- When testing above 20GHz, use Low-loss phase-stable cable (such as Keysight Technologies 85133D series), avoiding the high-frequency loss of ordinary N-type cables (ordinary N-type cables have a loss increase of > 0.5dB/m above 20GHz).
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I. Hardware Options and Frequency Extension
1. Frequency Range and Port Configuration
- 2 Ports Covers 300 kHz to 6/13.5/20/40/50 GHz, for example:
- 020/025 300 kHz to 6 GHz, basic RF testing.
- 120/125 300 kHz to 13.5 GHz, supports 2/4 ports.
- 220/225 10 MHz to 20 GHz, high-frequency component development.
- 420/425 10 MHz to 40 GHz, 2-port millimeter-wave testing.
- 520/525 10 MHz to 50 GHz, 2-port 5G millimeter-wave evaluation.
- 140/145 300 kHz to 13.5 GHz, supports mixed-mode S-parameters and fixture calibration.
- 240/245 300 kHz to 20 GHz, multi-port testing of balanced devices.
2. Power Extension and Dynamic Range
- Option 025/125 Power range extended to -55 to +13 dBm, built-in 60 dB step attenuator.
- Dynamic Range 108 dB at 20 GHz, trace noise as low as 0.004 dB rms (1 kHz IFBW).
3. Calibration and Accessories
- Mechanical Calibration Kit :
- 85052D (3.5 mm, 300 kHz to 20 GHz)
- 85052D-001 (2.4 mm, 40/50 GHz)
- Electronic Calibration (ECal) Module N4691A, single-connection fast calibration.
- Test Cable 85131F (3.5 mm, 300 kHz to 20 GHz).
II. Software Functions and Application Scenarios
1. Advanced Measurement Functions
- Pulse RF Test Supports 2 μs pulse width, suitable for dynamic characteristic evaluation of radar modules.
- Mixer/Converter Measurement Automatically measures frequency conversion loss, LO leakage, and other parameters.
- Fixture De-embedding TRL/LRM calibration eliminates the influence of test fixtures.
2. Automation and Compatibility
- Built-in VBA Programming Custom test scripts, batch execution of multi-port scans.
- Multi-Mode Scan Flexible switching between linear/logarithmic/power scans.
3. Typical Applications
- Wireless Communication 5G millimeter-wave antenna, filter S-parameter testing.
- Aerospace Wideband performance evaluation of radar T/R modules.
- Semiconductor Wafer-level component testing, material dielectric property analysis.
III. Discontinued and Replacement Suggestions
- N5230C (300 kHz to 50 GHz, dynamic range 122 dB)
- N5242A (9 kHz to 50 GHz, dynamic range 140 dB)
IV. Configuration Suggestions
- Basic RF Test Option 225 (10 MHz to 20 GHz) + 85052D calibration kit.
- Millimeter-wave Development Option 525 (10 MHz to 50 GHz) + 85052D-001 calibration kit.
- Multi-port Balanced Test Option 245 (300 kHz to 20 GHz, 4 ports) + Mixed-mode S-parameter software
- 2 Ports Covers 300 kHz to 6/13.5/20/40/50 GHz, for example:
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