The Keysight E5061B is a versatile ENA Series vector network analyzer that offers a broad frequency coverage from 5 Hz to 3 GHz. It provides high-performance network analysis for testing RF and LF components, including filters, amplifiers, PDNs, and DC-DC converters. The platform is highly configurable, offering 50 Ω and 75 Ω system impedance choices, Transmission/Reflection or S-parameter test sets, and a specialized LF-RF option with built-in DC bias and optional impedance analysis.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
InterfacesUSB, LAN, GPIB
Display10.4-inch TFT color LCD

Physical

ParameterValue
Power Supply100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 350 VA max
Operating Temperature5 °C to 40 °C
Weight10.6 kg (RF options) / 11.8 kg (LF-RF Option 3L5)

General Characteristics

ParameterValue
Architecture / Device TypeRF / LF-RF Vector Network Analyzer
Number of Test Ports2
System Impedance (50 Ω)Supported (Options 115, 215, 135, 235, 3L5)
System Impedance (75 Ω)Supported (Options 117, 217, 137, 237)
Transmission/Reflection Test SetsOptions 115, 135, 117, 137
S-Parameter Test SetsOptions 215, 235, 217, 237, 3L5

Frequency Characteristics

ParameterValue
Frequency Range (1.5 GHz Options)100 kHz to 1.5 GHz (Options 115, 215, 117, 217)
Frequency Range (3 GHz Options)100 kHz to 3 GHz (Options 135, 235, 137, 237)
Frequency Range (LF-RF Option)5 Hz to 3 GHz (Option 3L5)

Test Port Output (Source) Characteristics

ParameterValue
DC Bias Source (Option 3L5)0 to ±40 Vdc (sweepable)

Test Port Input (Receiver) Characteristics

ParameterValue
System Dynamic Range (> 1 MHz)120 dB (Option 3L5 S-parameter port)
Gain-Phase Test Port Frequency Range5 Hz to 30 MHz (Option 3L5)
Gain-Phase Test Port Input ImpedanceSwitchable 1 MΩ / 50 Ω (Option 3L5)

Measurement Configuration

ParameterValue
Number of Channels4
Data TracesUp to 4 per channel
Measurement Points2 to 1601

Sweep

ParameterValue
Sweep TypesLinear frequency, log frequency, segment, power

Receiver

ParameterValue
IF Bandwidth (IFBW)1 Hz to 300 kHz

Physical & Connectivity

ParameterValue
Test Port ConnectorsType-N (female)

Options & Upgrades

ParameterValue
Time Domain / Fault LocationOption 010

Calibration

ParameterValue
Electronic Calibration (ECal)Supported

Performance

ParameterValue
Source Power Resolution0.05 dB

Environmental

ParameterValue
Storage Temperature-10 °C to 60 °C
Operating Humidity20% to 80% RH (non-condensing)

Technology

Vector Network Analysis (VNA)

Applications

RF Component Test, LF Measurement, PDN Evaluation, Loop-Gain Evaluation, Impedance Analysis