The Keysight (Agilent HP) 8517B is an S-parameter test set designed for the 8510 Series microwave network analyzer system. Operating over a wide frequency range of 45 MHz to 50 GHz, it features a four-channel architecture with separate reference channels for each incident port and incorporates a fast electronic RF switch. It provides integrated external bias tees for active device testing, and options for built-in step attenuators or a high dynamic range configuration.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | 8510 Test Set Interconnect (controlled by 8510 VNA system) |
| Display | None (status LEDs only) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 425 mm × 133 mm × 508 mm |
| Weight | 16 kg |
Frequency and Port Configuration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 45 MHz to 50 GHz |
| Number of Ports | 2 |
| Test Port Connector Type | 2.4 mm (male) |
| Impedance | 50 Ω |
| RF Switch Type | Built-in electronic switch |
| Reference Channel Architecture | Separate reference channel for each incident port (4-channel) |
| RF Input Connector Type | 2.4 mm (female) (rear panel) |
| LO Input Connector Type | 2.4 mm (female) (rear panel) |
Measurement Performance & Accuracy
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Uncorrected Directivity (0.045 to 2 GHz) | >33 dB |
| Uncorrected Directivity (2 to 20 GHz) | >23 dB |
| Uncorrected Directivity (20 to 40 GHz) | >16 dB |
| Uncorrected Directivity (40 to 50 GHz) | >14 dB |
| Uncorrected Source Match (0.045 to 2 GHz) | >14 dB |
| Uncorrected Source Match (2 to 20 GHz) | >15 dB |
| Uncorrected Source Match (20 to 40 GHz) | >12 dB |
| Uncorrected Source Match (40 to 50 GHz) | >10 dB |
| Uncorrected Load Match (0.045 to 2 GHz) | >14 dB |
| Uncorrected Load Match (2 to 20 GHz) | >15 dB |
| Uncorrected Load Match (20 to 40 GHz) | >12 dB |
| Uncorrected Load Match (40 to 50 GHz) | >10 dB |
Signal Control & Leveling
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Test Port Attenuator Range | 60 dB (with Option 005) |
| Test Port Attenuator Step Size | 10 dB (with Option 005) |
| High Dynamic Range Configuration | Available as Option 007 |
| External Bias Tee Max Voltage | 40 V |
| External Bias Tee Max Current | 500 mA |
System Connectivity & Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Test Set Interconnect Port | Rear-panel multi-pin connector |
| Bias Port Connectors | BNC (female) (rear panel) |
Physical & Mechanical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Cabinet / Rackmount |
| Rack Unit Height | 3U |
Power and Environmental Requirements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Cooling Method | Internal fan |
System Dynamic Range (with HP 8510C)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Dynamic Range (0.045 to 2 GHz) | 73 dB (standard) / 71 dB (Option 005) @ 10 Hz IF BW |
| Dynamic Range (2 to 20 GHz) | 80 dB (standard) / 78 dB (Option 005) @ 10 Hz IF BW |
| Dynamic Range (20 to 40 GHz) | 71 dB (standard) / 68 dB (Option 005) @ 10 Hz IF BW |
| Dynamic Range (40 to 50 GHz) | Dynamic Range (40 to 50 GHz) = 71 dB (standard) / 69 dB (Option 005) @ 10 Hz IF BW |
Test Port Output Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Nominal Port Power (0.045 to 2 GHz) | -9 dBm (standard) / -11 dBm (Option 005) |
| Nominal Port Power (2 to 20 GHz) | -9 dBm (standard) / -11 dBm (Option 005) |
| Nominal Port Power (20 to 40 GHz) | -14 dBm (standard) / -17 dBm (Option 005) |
| Nominal Port Power (40 to 50 GHz) | -19 dBm (standard) / -21 dBm (Option 005) |
Receiver Performance (with HP 8510C)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Receiver Noise Floor (0.045 to 2 GHz) | -90 dBm @ 10 Hz IF BW |
| Receiver Noise Floor (2 to 20 GHz) | -95 dBm @ 10 Hz IF BW |
| Receiver Noise Floor (20 to 40 GHz) | -95 dBm @ 10 Hz IF BW |
| Receiver Noise Floor (40 to 50 GHz) | -90 dBm @ 10 Hz IF BW |
System Performance (with HP 8510C)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| System Isolation (0.045 to 2 GHz) | 100 dB |
| System Isolation (2 to 20 GHz) | 110 dB |
| System Isolation (20 to 40 GHz) | 100 dB |
| System Isolation (40 to 50 GHz) | 90 dB |
Power Requirements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Line Voltage | 100 / 120 / 220 / 240 VAC ±10% |
| Line Frequency | 47 to 66 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 130 VA maximum |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 °C to +75 °C |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 4,500 m |
| Non-Operating Altitude | Up to 15,240 m |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Input Power Range | +10 dBm to +17 dBm |
| LO Input Power Range | +10 dBm to +17 dBm |
Accessories
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Recommended Calibration Kit | HP 85056A or HP 85056D (2.4 mm) |
| Recommended Verification Kit | HP 85057B (2.4 mm) |
Technology
Microwave S-Parameter Measurement
Applications
S-parameter measurement of multiport microwave components and active devices