The Keysight (Agilent/HP) 8496G is a programmable DC to 4 GHz step attenuator offering an attenuation range of 0 to 110 dB in 10 dB steps. It features highly reliable precision gold-plated leaf springs, ensuring exceptional repeatability and an operating life exceeding 5 million cycles. With a switching time of 20 ms, it is well-suited for high-speed automated test environments and RF signal routing.
Specifications
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +55 |
| Weight | 0.425 |
RF Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | DC to 4 GHz |
| Attenuation Range | 0 to 110 dB |
| Attenuation Step Size | 10 dB |
| Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Insertion Loss (at 0 dB) | 0.6 dB + 0.09 dB/GHz |
| Maximum VSWR | 1.5 |
Attenuation Accuracy
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Attenuation Repeatability | 0.03 dB maximum (typically 0.01 dB) |
Power Ratings
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Average Input Power | 1 W |
| Maximum Peak Input Power | 100 W |
Electromechanical & Control Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Switching Speed / Operating Time | 20 ms maximum (including contact settling) |
| Switching Life / Operating Cycles | > 5 million cycles |
Connectors & Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Connector Type | Type-N female, SMA female, or APC-7 (option dependent) |
Options & Accessories
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Calibration Data | NIST traceable data for SWR and attenuation (Option 890) |
Control & Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Solenoid Drive Voltage | 24 VDC (Standard), 15 VDC (Option 015), or 5 VDC (Option 011) |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -40 °C to +75 °C |
Design & Construction
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Attenuator Sections | 4 |
| Section Attenuation Values | 10 dB, 20 dB, 40 dB, 40 dB |
Technology
RF / Microwave
Applications
Test & Measurement