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N5221B PNA microwave network analyzer, 900 Hz to 13.5 GHz, 1 source 2-port and 2 source 4-port, source and receiver attenuators
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- Brand: 是德科技
- Commodity name: N5221B PNA microwave network analyzer, 900 Hz to 13.5 GHz, 1 source 2-port and 2 source 4-port, source and receiver attenuators
- Brand: Keysight Technologies
Core Technical Specifications
Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 13.5 GHz (supports 900 Hz low-frequency extension option, meeting basic RF test requirements).
Dynamic Range: Typical 127 dB (system-level dynamic range, supports high-resolution measurement of low-level signals).
Output Power: Max +13 dBm (supports power scan range up to 38 dB, suitable for linear/nonlinear characteristic analysis of active devices such as amplifiers and mixers).
Measurement Accuracy: Trace noise as low as 0.002 dB rms, harmonic suppression better than -19 dBc, ensuring high-precision S-parameter measurements.
Sweep Speed: Fastest 6.3 ms for 201 points sweep, supports rapid verification in mass production testing.
Port Configuration: 2-port single source or 4-port dual source optional, supports expansion to multi-port measurements via external switches.
Functional Features
Basic and Advanced Measurement Capabilities:
Supports basic parameter measurements such as amplitude, phase, group delay, VSWR, impedance/admittance, as well as nonlinear characteristic analysis like intermodulation distortion (IMD) and gain compression (AM/AM, AM/PM).
Built-in error correction algorithms reduce the impact of system errors like source match and directivity on measurement results.
Smart Calibration and Operation Experience:
Compatible with Electronic Calibration (ECal), full automatic calibration within 10 seconds, supports rapid calibration in multiple scenarios such as on-chip, module, and antenna.
12.1-inch multi-touch display, graphical interface intuitively displays measurement traces, Smith chart, and data lists, supporting gesture zoom and quick parameter configuration.
Time Domain and Material Analysis Functions:
Time Domain Analysis Mode: Locates transmission line discontinuities (e.g., cable faults, PCB trace defects) through inverse Fourier transform (IFT) of frequency domain data, supports gating technology to separate multipath signals.
Material and Dielectric Characterization: Measures high-frequency properties of materials such as dielectric constant, permeability, and loss tangent, in conjunction with coaxial/waveguide fixtures or free-space test setups.
Flexible Expansion and Integration Capabilities:
Can connect to external low-frequency extension modules (e.g., starting at 900 Hz) to meet wider band test requirements.
Equipped with USB, LAN, GPIB interfaces, supports software programming control with LabVIEW, MATLAB, etc., seamlessly integrating into automated test systems.
Typical Application Scenarios
Wireless Communication and RF Device Testing:
Tests S-parameters of passive/active devices such as filters, duplexers, and amplifiers, verifies insertion loss, isolation, and out-of-band rejection performance of 2G/3G/4G base station components.
Analyzes signal integrity of high-speed serial interconnects (e.g., HDMI, USB), evaluates transmission line loss and reflection characteristics.
Education and Scientific Research:
University Lab Teaching: Demonstrates RF principles, vector network analyzer operation, and high-frequency circuit analysis methods.
Scientific Research Institutions: Supports electromagnetic characteristic measurement and theoretical verification of novel structures such as metamaterials and tunable devices.
Industrial Production and Quality Control:
Automotive Electronics: Tests VSWR and port isolation of 24 GHz radar sensor components to ensure target detection accuracy.
Material R&D: Measures dielectric properties of high-frequency circuit board substrates (e.g., Rogers, PTFE) to optimize 5G base station PCB design.
Summary of Advantages
The N5221B, with its wide frequency coverage of 10 MHz - 13.5 GHz, high dynamic range (127 dB), and intelligent functions, becomes a core tool in the field of RF testing. Its precise parameter measurement capability, efficient calibration process, and flexible extension interfaces can meet both the in-depth analysis needs of the R&D phase and the speed and stability requirements of mass production testing. Furthermore, the multi-touch interface and rich application software (such as PLTS material analysis) further enhance operational efficiency, helping users achieve high-performance testing within budget. -
I. Basic Performance and Hardware Configuration
- Frequency Range ：900KHz -13.6 GHz, supporting dual-port S-parameter (S11, S21, S12, S22) high-precision measurement, with a dynamic range of up to 123 dB (typical value), meeting the amplitude and phase characteristic testing requirements of filters, amplifiers, and connectors.
- Port Configuration ：2-port basic hardware (corresponding to optional accessories N5221B-200 ), supporting single-port reflection and dual-port transmission/reflection testing, built-in dual signal source, capable of measuring the gain and return loss of active devices.
- Power Range ：Through optional accessories N5221B-216 (including source attenuator), the adjustable output power range reaches -50 dBm to +13 dBm, supporting power-related characteristic analysis (such as amplifier compression point, nonlinear device power response).
II. Calibration and Compliance Options
- Routine Calibration (N5221B-1A7) ：Provides calibration procedures, measurement uncertainty reports, and guard band settings, suitable for rapid calibration in R&D or routine accuracy verification on production lines.
- Commercial Calibration Certificate (N5221B-UK6) ：Comes with an official calibration certificate with test data, meeting the compliance requirements of third-party certification and contract acceptance.
- High-Precision Calibration (N5221B-A6J) ：Complies with the ANSI Z540-1-1994 standard, suitable for aerospace, defense, and other scenarios with extremely high calibration accuracy requirements.
III. Functional Expansion and Software Options
- Fixture De-embedding (S93007B) ：For wafer-level or fixture-based testing, the de-embedding technology eliminates fixture loss, improves the measurement accuracy of on-chip devices (such as MMIC, PCB interconnections), and reduces manual calibration time.
- Time-Domain Analysis (S93010B) ：Supports pulse response and group delay measurement, used for time-domain characteristic evaluation of high-speed digital signal transmission lines (such as PCB traces, cables), and locating reflection and delay problems.
- Enhanced Time-Domain Analysis (including TDR, S93011B) ：Combined with time-domain reflectometry technology, it accurately locates impedance mismatch points (such as via defects, poor connector contact), suitable for signal integrity analysis of high-speed backplanes and storage module interconnections.
- Spectrum Analysis (S930903B, within 20 GHz) ：Real-time observation of signal spectrum, detection of spurious signals, harmonics, and phase noise, assisting in the analysis of nonlinear device characteristics (such as mixer intermodulation, amplifier harmonic distortion).
- Mixer Measurement (S93082B) ：Simplifies the frequency conversion loss, isolation, and port matching tests of radio frequency front-end modules (mixers, frequency converters) without the need for external complex equipment.
- Automation Software (S93898B) ：Provides automatic calibration, status monitoring, and long-term stability verification tools, suitable for automated testing in large-scale production, reducing manual maintenance costs.
IV. Installation and Storage Options
- Rack Mounting Kit ：
- N5221B-1CM (without handle): 1U rack-mountable, saving space and easy to integrate into automated testing systems (such as with switch matrices, probe stations).
- N5221B-1CP (with handle): Combines rack mounting and portability, suitable for multi-scenario mobile debugging in the laboratory.
- Removable SSD ：Expands storage capacity, supports local storage and quick retrieval of massive test data (calibration files, sweep data), avoiding reliance on external devices.
V. Typical Application Scenario Matching Suggestions
- Device R&D Testing ：
- Basic Configuration N5221B-200 + Routine Calibration 1A7 + Time-Domain Analysis S93010B ，Meeting the amplitude, phase, and time-domain delay measurement requirements of filters and connectors.
- Power Characteristic Analysis ：
- Optional Accessories N5221B-216 (source attenuator) + S93082B (mixer measurement), precisely controlling power, analyzing the linear/nonlinear range of amplifiers and the power response of frequency converter devices.
- Signal Integrity Verification ：
- S93011B (TDR time-domain analysis) + S930903B (spectrum analysis), synchronously evaluating the impedance uniformity (time domain) and spectral purity (frequency domain) of high-speed links, and locating PCB defects.
- Compliance Delivery Testing ：
- Matching UK6 Commercial Calibration Certificate or A6J High-Precision Calibration ，Ensuring that the results meet industry standards and customer acceptance requirements.
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