The Keysight (formerly Agilent / HP) 84815A is a high-performance peak power sensor designed for characterizing pulsed RF and microwave signals. Operating over a wide frequency range of 20 MHz to 18 GHz, this sensor is engineered to work seamlessly with the HP 8990A, 8991A, and 8992A Peak Power Analyzers, offering rapid rise times and accurate tracking of fast pulse envelopes.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | Proprietary multi-pin sensor cable for direct connection to HP 8990-series analyzers |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | Power supplied directly by the connected peak power analyzer host |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 38 mm × 30 mm × 152 mm |
| Weight | 0.28 kg |
| Integrated Cable Length | 1.5 m (5 ft) |
Measurement Ranges & Power Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range Minimum | 20 MHz |
| Frequency Range Maximum | 18 GHz |
| Power Measurement Range | -32 dBm to +20 dBm |
| Maximum Continuous Input Power | +20 dBm (100 mW) |
| Maximum Peak Input Power | +24 dBm (250 mW) for <= 1 µs duration |
Sensor Technology & Architecture
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensor Detection Type | Diode detector |
| Rise Time | < 10 ns |
| Minimum Pulse Width | 50 ns |
RF Port Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Impedance | 50 Ω nominal |
| RF Connector Type | Type-N |
| Connector Sex | Male |
| Maximum SWR (20 MHz to 2 GHz) | 1.25 |
| Maximum SWR (2 GHz to 12.4 GHz) | 1.35 |
| Maximum SWR (12.4 GHz to 18 GHz) | 1.45 |
Meter Compatibility & System Integration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Compatible Power Meter Models | HP 8990A, HP 8991A, HP 8992A Peak Power Analyzers |
| Calibration Factor Storage Type | Internal EEPROM (automatically uploaded to analyzer) |
Environmental Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 °C to +75 °C |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Humidity | Up to 95% RH at 40 °C (non-condensing) |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Video Bandwidth | 10 MHz |
| System Rise Time | < 35 ns (with 8990A/8991A) |
Technology
Diode Detector
Applications
Pulsed RF and microwave peak power analysis