The Keysight (Agilent) 42942A is a terminal adapter designed for use with the 4294A Precision Impedance Analyzer. It adapts the analyzer's four-terminal-pair port configuration to a rugged 7 mm (APC-7) connector, enabling direct connection of 7 mm test fixtures and calibration kits over a wide frequency range.

Specifications

Physical

ParameterValue
Operating Temperature0 °C to 40 °C
Dimensions (W×H×D)190 mm × 55 mm × 160 mm
Weight0.8

Electrical Performance Specifications

ParameterValue
Frequency Range40 Hz to 110 MHz
Nominal Impedance50 Ω

Port and Interface Configuration

ParameterValue
Input Connector TypeFour-Terminal Pair (BNC male x4)
Output Connector Type7 mm (APC-7)
Control ConnectionMulti-pin accessory interface connector for EEPROM communication

Compatibility

ParameterValue
Compatible Impedance AnalyzersKeysight / Agilent 4294A

Environmental Specifications

ParameterValue
Storage Temperature Range-20 °C to +60 °C
Operating Humidity Range20% to 80% RH (non-condensing)
Storage Humidity Range20% to 90% RH (non-condensing)

Electrical

ParameterValue
Maximum DC Bias Voltage±40 V

Performance

ParameterValue
Basic Impedance Accuracy±0.6%

Electrical Specifications

ParameterValue
Maximum DC Bias Current100 mA

Accessories

ParameterValue
Furnished Accessories7 mm Open termination, 7 mm Short termination, 7 mm Load termination (50 Ω), Torque wrench, Carrying case, Operation and service manual

Technology

Impedance Measurement

Applications

Adapting 4-terminal pair impedance analyzers to 7 mm test fixtures