The Keysight Technologies (formerly Agilent HP) E9301H is an E-series diode power sensor designed for measuring average power across a wide dynamic range from -50 to +30 dBm over a frequency spectrum of 10 MHz to 6 GHz. It is bandwidth-independent, allowing accurate measurements of various complex modulation formats without the need to match sensor bandwidth.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | Proprietary sensor cable connection to compatible host power meters |
| Display | None (requires compatible power meter) |
| Recommended Calibration Cycle | 1 year |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | Powered directly from compatible power meter via sensor cable |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 38 mm × 30 mm × 150 mm |
| Weight | 0.18 kg |
Measurement Ranges & Power Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 10 MHz to 6 GHz |
| Frequency Range Minimum | 10 MHz |
| Frequency Range Maximum | 6 GHz |
| Power Measurement Range | -50 to +30 dBm |
| Power Measurement Range Minimum | -50 dBm |
| Power Measurement Range Maximum | +30 dBm |
| Dynamic Range | 80 dB |
| Maximum Continuous Input Power | +33 dBm (2 W) |
| Maximum Peak Input Power | +33 dBm |
| Maximum Peak Input Power Duration | < 10 µs |
Sensor Technology & Architecture
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensor Detection Type | Diode-attenuator-diode topology |
| Measurement Modes Supported | Average power |
| Modulation Compatibility | All modulation formats (bandwidth independent) |
| Measurement Paths | Two paths with quick automatic switching |
RF Port Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Connector Type | Type-N |
| Connector Sex | Male |
| Input Impedance | 50 Ω (nominal) |
| Maximum SWR | 1.19 |
Meter Compatibility & System Integration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Calibration Factor Storage Type | EEPROM |
| Stored Calibration Data | Calibration factors, linearity, and temperature compensation data |
| Compatible Power Meter Models | E4418A/B, E4419A/B (EPM series); E4416A/17A (EPM-P series); N1911A/12A (P-series); N1913A/14A (EPM series) |
Design
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated Attenuator | 10 dB |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Linearity (-10 to +20 dBm) | ±3.0% (at 25 °C ± 10 °C) |
| Power Linearity (+20 to +30 dBm) | ±3.5% (at 25 °C ± 10 °C) |
| Temperature Coefficient (-10 to +20 dBm) | ±4.0% (0 to 55 °C) |
| Temperature Coefficient (+20 to +30 dBm) | ±4.5% (0 to 55 °C) |
| Power Linearity (-50 to -10 dBm) | ±3.0% |
| Temperature Coefficient (-50 to -10 dBm) | ±1.5% (0 to 10 °C and 40 to 55 °C) |
| Maximum SWR (10 MHz to 30 MHz) | 1.15 |
| Maximum SWR (30 MHz to 2 GHz) | 1.13 |
| Maximum SWR (2 GHz to 6 GHz) | 1.19 |
| Zero Set | ±5 nW |
| Zero Drift | < ±1.5 nW (over 1 hour at constant temperature) |
| Measurement Noise | < 7.0 nW (free run, normal mode, average of 100) |
| Power Range 1 (Low Power Path) | -50 to -10 dBm |
| Power Range 2 (High Power Path) | -10 to +30 dBm |
| Path Switching Threshold | -10 dBm (nominal) |
System Connections
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensor Cable Compatibility | E9288A (1.5 m), E9288B (3 m), E9288C (10 m) |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -55 °C to +75 °C |
| Operating Humidity | Up to 95% RH at 40 °C (non-condensing) |
| Storage Humidity | Up to 95% RH at 65 °C (non-condensing) |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 4,600 m (15,000 ft) |
| Storage Altitude | Up to 15,240 m (50,000 ft) |
Accuracy
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Calibration Factor Uncertainty (10 to 30 MHz) | ±1.8% |
| Calibration Factor Uncertainty (30 to 500 MHz) | ±1.6% |
| Calibration Factor Uncertainty (500 MHz to 1.2 GHz) | ±1.8% |
| Calibration Factor Uncertainty (1.2 to 6 GHz) | ±2.0% |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Compliance | IEC 61010-1 / EN 61010-1 |
| EMC Compliance | IEC 61326-1 / EN 61326-1 |
Technology
Diode-attenuator-diode
Applications
RF and microwave power measurement