Agilent E5071B 300kHz-8.5GHz 2 Port Network Analyzer w/ Opt. 015, 214, UNQ

The Agilent E5071B is a 2-port network analyzer operating from 300 kHz to 8.5 GHz, delivering dynamic range up to 125 dB at the test port with trace noise of 0.001 dB rms. Port expansion to 9 ports is available via the E5091A Multiport Test Set. This instrument combines fast sweep speed of 9.6 µs/point with comprehensive S-parameter measurement capability, including balanced and mixed-mode configurations.

Technical Specifications

• Frequency range: 300 kHz to 8.5 GHz


• Dynamic range: Up to 125 dB typical at test port; varies by frequency band and IF bandwidth (105–122 dB with 10 Hz IF bandwidth across operating range)


• Trace noise: 0.001 dB rms


• Sweep speed: 9.6 µs/point


• Port output power: −50 to 10 dBm (Option 214 extends this range)


• Ports: 2-port integrated; expandable to 9 ports with external test set

Key Features

• Full 2-port SOLT and TRL/LRM calibration with 4-port electronic calibration (ECal) support


• Fixture embedding and de-embedding


• Port characteristic impedance conversion


• Frequency-offset mode for frequency-translated device analysis


• Time domain analysis with gating


• Measurement Wizard Assistant (MWA) software


• Built-in Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) programming


• Color LCD display (Option 015); touch screen variant available (Option 016)

Calibration & Test Equipment

• Compatible with Agilent 85032F (Type-N) and 85033E (3.5 mm) calibration kits


• Supports electronic calibration modules: 85092C (Type-N) and 85093C (3.5 mm)


• Multiport capability via E5091A test set; dual units enable up to 14 ports

Connectivity LAN (Intuilink and SICL over LAN) and GPIB interfaces support remote operation and integration into automated test environments.