The Keysight E5063A is a 2-port Vector Network Analyzer (VNA) from the ENA series, designed to provide basic, reliable, and cost-effective RF network measurements up to 18 GHz. It offers a balance of measurement performance and utility, featuring options for various frequency ranges to suit specific testing needs, including standard S-parameter measurements and specialized options for PCB manufacturing (such as Time Domain/Test Wizard).
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display | 10.4-inch TFT color LCD touch screen, XGA (1024 x 768) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 5 to 40 |
Basic Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 100 kHz to 500 MHz / 1.5 / 3 / 4.5 / 8.5 / 18 GHz (option dependent) |
| Number of Test Ports | 2 |
| Test Port Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Test Port Connector Type | Type-N (female) |
System Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| System Dynamic Range | 117 dB (spec), 122 dB (typical) |
| Data Points per Sweep | 2 to 10,001 |
| Sweep Types | Linear frequency, Log frequency, Segment sweep, Power sweep |
| IF Bandwidth Range | 10 Hz to 300 kHz |
Measurement Capabilities & Analysis
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Measured Parameters | S11, S21, S12, S22 |
| Calibration Methods | Response, Response & Match, 1-port, 2-port |
| ECal Support | Yes |
| Fixture Simulator Functions | Port matching, embedding, de-embedding, impedance conversion |
| Time Domain Analysis | Optional (Option 011 Time Domain / Test Wizard) |
Test Port Output (Source)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Power Range | -20 dBm to 0 dBm |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Power Consumption | 120 W |
Configuration Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Option 245 | 100 kHz to 4.5 GHz |
| Frequency Option 285 | 100 kHz to 8.5 GHz |
| Frequency Option 2D5 | 100 kHz to 18 GHz |
| Wireless Power Transfer Analysis | Supported (Requires Option 006) |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Trigger Input | BNC (female), TTL level |
Measurement
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger Sources | Internal, External, Manual, Bus |
| Limit Testing | Supported (with Pass/Fail display) |
Technology
Vector Network Analyzer
Applications
RF Component Test, Antenna Measurement, PCB Time Domain Analysis