Test and measurement products are used to test, analyze, and characterize the performance of radio frequency (RF) and microwave components, devices, and systems. They are ideal for use in a wide range of industries including telecommunications (5G), semiconductor, radio navigation, aerospace, defense industries, and more. Test and measurement products include vector network analyzers, RF/Microwave signal generators, test chambers, RF-shielded test boxes, arbitrary waveform generators (AWGs), real-time spectrum analyzers, etc. These products play a critical role in ensuring the reliable performance of products and systems used in a variety of industries, as well as in the development of new technologies.
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10 GHz Portable, Battery-Operated Software-Defined RF Analyzer
The FieldFox N9912C from Keysight is a Handheld RF Analyzer for a frequency range of up to 10 GHz. This software-defined analyzer is fully upgradable with license-key activated frequency, bandwidth, and various other features. This battery-operated system can address cable and antenna tests (CAT), real-time spectrum analysis and/or vector network analysis (VNA), and over-the-air digital demodulation analysis required for your application. It enables users to mix and match VNA and spectrum analyzer frequencies, and effortlessly upgrade the capabilities of the analyzer that best meets their needs. Read more
Portable 1-Port Vector Network Analyzer from 85 MHz to 14 GHz
The R140B from Copper Mountain Technologies is a 1-Port Vector Network Analyzer that operates from 85 MHz to 14 GHz. It supports linear, log and segment sweeps with up to 100,001 measurement points per sweep and a measurement time of 170 µs per point. This VNA has a dynamic range of 112 dB (85 – 4.8 GHz) and a directivity of 42 dB. It connects directly to the DUT without the need for a test cable which results in increased accuracy and quality of VNA measurements, specifically in cable and antenna analysis. The analyzer features USB2.0 mini-USB (Type B) interface and consumes 3 W of power. Read more
High-Stability Rubidium Signal Generator from 9 kHz to 43.5 GHz
The MG36271A from Anritsu is an RF/Microwave Signal Generator with a frequency range of 9 kHz to 43.5 GHz. It offers atomic clock frequency stability with an internal rubidium frequency reference option. Alternatively, customers can also get exceptional frequency stability by locking an internal oven-controlled crystal oscillator (OCXO) reference to an external GNSS/GPS signal. This Rubidium™ generator provides excellent phase noise performance provides industry-leading signal purity performance that enables customers to make more accurate measurements. Read more
Modular Microwave Signal Generator from 100 kHz to 40 GHz
The LSX4091D from Tabor Electronics is a Microwave Signal Generator with a frequency range of 100 kHz to 40 GHz. It provides an output power of 15 dBm with a phase noise of -118 dBc/Hz (at 10 kHz offset, 1GHz frequency) and a frequency resolution of 0.001 Hz. This generator has a switching speed of 20 μs (in-band) and supports FM, AM, Phase modulation, and optional pulse modulation. It has harmonics of better than -20 dBc and sub-harmonics of -70 dBc. This signal generator is built on Tabor’s modular technology platform and is available in PXIe, USB-modular, rackmount, benchtop, and portable form-factors. Read more
RF Diagnostic Test Chamber from 400 MHz to 18 GHz
The R&S DST200 from Rohde & Schwarz is an RF Diagnostic Test Chamber for a frequency range from 400 MHz to 18 GHz. It has been designed for accurate RF testing and analysis during development. This anechoic chamber supports a wide range of radiated test applications for wireless devices and fits on any R&D lab bench, where it can be used during the product design and optimization phase. It also effectively assists in achieving high first-time pass rates during final type approval, which saves both time and money. This chamber covers all important wireless standards and offers highly effective shielding of more than 110 dB for interference-free testing in unshielded environments. Read more
Handheld Communications Service Monitor from 1 MHz to 6 GHz
The CX100 from VIAVI Solutions is a Handheld Communications Service Monitor (CSM) that operates from 1 MHz to 6 GHz. It is a fully featured radio test solution in a lightweight, rugged, and handheld form factor that is designed for tactical and LMR network technicians working in rugged environments. This CSM includes a 1-port VNA for cable and antenna analysis, a built-in spectrum analyzer, and connectivity to the VIAVI Mobile Tech App to simplify the testing process. It has an in-built 14.4 V Li-ion battery with an operating time of more than 3 hours. The CX100 is designed with advanced frequency, power, and modulation analysis instruments for analog systems. Read more
Real-Time & Continuous Spectrum Intelligence Platform
The Spectrum eXperience Management (SXM) System from thinkRF is a real-time wireless infrastructure monitoring/intelligence platform. It provides continuous monitoring of all major 4G and 5G parameters with immediate notification of any new, changed, or discontinued deployments in an area. SXM comprises of powerful thinkRF sensors (SXM nodes) to collect RF spectrum data, a cloud to store data with maximum cybersecurity and insightful software (SXM API) that provides advanced analytics to users. Read more
RF Shielded Test Box for Sub-6 GHz Applications
The HDRF-1560-D from RF Electronics is an RF Shielded Test Box that operates at frequencies up to 6 GHz. The test box can be used to test WLAN devices, 802.11 a,b,g,n, Bluetooth, RFID and other applications that operate in the sub-6 GHz frequency band. It has a thick RF-absorbing foam that dampens standing waves and reflections by providing an isolation of over 130 dB under 1 GHz and over 90 dB at 6 GHz. The enclosure is equipped with shielded power filters for power connection in the box while still blocking all wireless signals. Read more
60 GSa/s Arbitrary Waveform Generator
The SHF 12105 A + SHF 614 C from SHF Communication Technologies is a combination of a 64 Gbps Bit Pattern Generator (BPG) and a 60 GBaud 6-Bit Digital to Analog Converter (DAC). The BPG-DAC combination operates as a non-interleaved 60 GBaud Arbitrary Waveform Generator (AWG) with a remote head to preserve signal integrity close to the DUT. Read more
8-Channel, 5 GS/s High-Performance Arbitrary Waveform Generators
The AWG5200 Series from Tektronix are Arbitrary Waveform Generators (AWGs). They have a sample rate of up to 5 GS/s (10 GS/s with interpolation) and a vertical resolution of 16-bit that enables easy generation of complex signals as well as accurate playback of existing captured signals. These generators can be scaled up to 8 channels with multi-unit synchronization and meet demanding signal generation needs with high signal fidelity at an affordable price. The series is a complete solution for complex RF signal generation in a single box and is ideal for use in advanced research, electronic test and radar, and electronic warfare system design and test applications. Read more
Modular Signalling Test Solution for 5G FR1 and FR2
The IQcell-5G from LitePoint is a 5G FR1/FR2 Signalling Test Solution that is designed for end-of-line manufacturing, software regression and functional performance testing. It validates RF parametric measurements, end-to-end throughput, MIMO, mobility, and user experience testing across cellular and cellular-capable connectivity devices such as smartphones, CPE’s, laptops, tablets, hotspots, etc. The solution consists of IQcore-5G, a network emulator, and IQFR1-5G, a sub-6 GHz radio head for signalling and analysis over FR1 frequency bands. Read more
Single/Multi-Channel Low-Noise Signal Generators from 100 kHz to 40 GHz
The APLCXX(-X) from AnaPico are Signal Generators for frequencies from 100 kHz to 40 GHz. They are available with up to 4 phase-coherent outputs and have a switching speed of less than 500 μs. These low-noise generators have a frequency resolution of 0.001 Hz, a phase resolution of 0.1°, and an SSB phase noise of -133 dBc/Hz (@20 kHz offset, 10 GHz frequency). They have spurious emissions of better than -80 dBc and harmonics of -55 dBc. Read more
18 GHz E-Field Probe for High-Speed Pulsed Signal Measurements
The RadiSense® Ultra (RSS3018U) from Raditeq is an 18 GHz E-Field Probe for pulsed signal measurements. It can measure pulsed RF fields at a maximum measurement speed of 2 million complete readings per second, making it a perfect fit for high-speed applications. This probe provides direct measurement of pulsed RF fields on all axes simultaneously, meeting the requirements of defense, aerospace, and automotive standards. It has a dynamic field measurement range from 1 to 1,000 V/m that enables accurate E-field strength measurements for a variety of applications, from industrial testing to research applications. Read more
Portable, USB-Powered Real-time Spectrum Analyzer from 100 kHz to 14.5 GHz
The SP145 from Signal Hound is a Real-time Spectrum Analyzer with a frequency range from 100 kHz to 14.5 GHz. It has a sweep speed of 200 GHz/s, a streaming bandwidth of 40 MHz, and a display noise average (DANL) of -160 dBm. This RTSA has an SSB phase noise of -134 dBc/Hz (@1 MHz offset), a system noise figure of less than 12 dB, and an LO leakage of -80 dBm (100 kHz to 5 GHz). It is designed for accurate remote spectrum monitoring and analysis and includes an internal GPS for enhanced field measurements. The analyzer requires a DC supply of 5 V (USB-C powered) and consumes less than 10 W of power. Read more
Fully-Programmable ISM Signal Generator and Controller from 2.4 to 2.5 GHz
The ISC-2425-25+ from Mini-Circuits is an ISM Signal Generator and Controller that operates from 2400 to 2500 MHz. It has a frequency selection resolution of 1 kHz and provides output power from -30 to +25 dBm with a course control of 0.5 dB and fine control of 0.01 dB. This generator provides phase control from 0 to 360° with a resolution of 1°. It has an integrated microcontroller that is capable of accommodating the board control firmware and user-defined application-level software. The generator utilizes a digital locked loop (DLL) algorithm that tunes the RF signal toward the best-matched frequency within a user-defined frequency range. Read more
Cost-Effective Signal Analyzer from 100 kHz to 26.5 GHz
The CSA2026 from Saluki Technology is a Signal Analyzer for the frequency range from 100 kHz to 26.5 GHz. It can test signal power, frequency, phase, P-1, TOI, OBW, channel power, spurious, ACPR, CCDF, SEM, EVM, and other indicators. This analyzer has normal, peak, sample, negative peak, log power average, RMS average, and voltage average trace detectors. It also incorporates a 100 kHz – 25 MHz I/Q analyzer with a 14-bit ADC resolution and can acquire data for 4,000,000 IQ sample pairs. The analyzer has a scan time from 1μs to 6000s (span = 0 Hz) and 1 ms to 4000 s (span ≥ 10 Hz) and a resolution bandwidth of up to 8 MHz. Read more
50 GHz Multi-probe Spherical Near-field Antenna Measurement System
The SG Evo from Microwave Vision Group is a Multi-probe Spherical Near-field Antenna Measurement System for heavy DUTs and high-accuracy applications. It supports frequencies from 400 MHz to 50 GHz and has a unique design that enables unlimited sampling using a precision positioning mechanism in the arch. This eliminates any tilting of the DUT which avoids gravitational deflections of the DUT and azimuth positioner. It can also be configured with multiple parallel receivers to reduce measurement time, especially when testing a large number of frequencies or devices with many potential antenna beam states. Read more
Battery-Operated CISPR-Compliant FFT EMI Receiver from 10 Hz to 3 GHz
The ER9000 from Narda Safety Test Solutions is an EMI Receiver that operates from 10 Hz to 3 GHz. It is designed for conducted and radiated EMC measurements and is compliant with industry standards such as CISPR 16-1-1, MIL-STD-461, ANSI C63.2, and FCC. This receiver combines the functionalities of an EMI test receiver and a spectrum analyzer. It supports direct analog to digital conversion up to 30 MHz ensuring reliable measurements, while the gapless FFT operation and fast measuring time provide efficient testing processes. The receiver can handle a maximum input level of 140 dBµV (2 W) without damage which ensures reliable performance even in challenging environments. Read more
2-Port, 43.5 GHz Portable VNAs for Measurements Over Longer Distances
The ME786xA from Anritsu are Distributed Modular 2-Port Vector Network Analyzers that operate from 1 MHz to 43.5 GHz. They have a unique configuration with two 1-port MS46131A VNAs that are synchronized together to form fully reversing VNAs. Using the patented PhaseLync synchronization technology, the 1-port VNAs are phase synchronized over a distance of up to 100 meters to enable full 2-port vector S-parameter measurements. This architecture eliminates the need for long cables by bringing the VNA port to the device under test (DUT). It simplifies and improves the S-parameter measurements over distance in applications like over-the-air (OTA) and large vehicle shielding and propagation testing. Read more
Vector Network Analyzer from 10 MHz to 44 GHz for 5G Component Characterization
The E5081A ENA-X from Keysight is a Vector Network Analyzer (VNA) that operates from 10 MHz to 44 GHz. This VNA can accelerate 5G and satellite communication component characterization and perform flexible high-power tests with direct receiver access to integrate booster amplifiers, attenuators, or directional couplers. It combines various measurements into a single instrument and enables system characterization with faster speeds and greater flexibility, at a lower cost. This VNA has built-in low-noise receivers, and a configurable test set combined with modulated signal measurements that allow users to characterize high-performance components with a single connection. Read more
High-Accuracy USB Power Meter from 4 kHz to 6 GHz
The RadiPower® RPR4006R from Raditeq is a USB Power Meter that operates from 4 kHz to 6 GHz. It combines excellent RMS measurement accuracy over a large dynamic range with high measurement speed. This power meter has a dynamic range of up to 80 dB, a resolution of 0.01 dB and a measurement speed of 5 MS/s (supports dBm and Watt measuring units). It uses an RMS detector which ensures accurate power measurement of non-sinusoidal RF signals over the entire measuring range. The power meter has an accuracy of ±0.2 dB over the complete frequency range and a VSWR of less than 1.10:1. Read more
D-Band VNA Frequency Extender from 110 to 170 GHz
The STO-0620300-C-E1 from Eravant is a Vector Network Analyzer (VNA) Frequency Extender that operates in the D-Band from 110 to 170 GHz. It supports input frequencies from 9.17 to 14.17 GHz and integrates a Tx/Rx pair that is designed to achieve full 1-port, S-parameter testing over the operating (extended) frequency range. This frequency extender is compatible with modern VNAs such as the R&S ZVA24, Anritsu VectorStar, Keysight PNA-X series, and Copper Mountain CobaltFx. It can achieve a dynamic range of up to 100 dB for certain passive products that require high rejection, isolation, and return loss testing such as directional couplers, orthomode transducers, and filters. Read more
2.92 mm Precision VNA Calibration Kits from DC to 40 GHz
The 2Z-073 from Maury Microwave are 2.92 mm VNA Calibration Kits that operate from DC to 40 GHz. These kits support Fixed Load SOLT and Characterized Device (CD) SOLT calibration methods. They are designed for 1-port and 2-port VNA calibration validation for well-matched and mismatched DUTs by comparing the S-parameters of user-characterized and factory-characterized verification standards, with or without measured uncertainty boundaries. The precision 2.92mm connectors on the components in these kits are miniature, instrument grade, air-interface connectors that comply with IEEE standard 287 general precision connector, instrument grade GPC2.92. Read more
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