Agilent / Keysight E8357A 6GHz PNA Network Analyzer

The Agilent/Keysight E8357A is a 2-port PNA network analyzer operating from 300 kHz to 6 GHz, engineered for high-speed microwave component characterization in R&D and manufacturing environments. It delivers a maximum dynamic range of 125 dBm and output power to 10 dBm, enabling accurate S-parameter measurements of filters, amplifiers, antennas, and passive devices. The instrument combines exceptionally fast sweep speeds with low trace noise and supports segmented sweeps and limit-line testing for efficient pass/fail validation.

Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range: 300 kHz to 6000 MHz (6 GHz)


• Ports: 2


• Maximum Dynamic Range: 125 dBm


• Maximum Output Power: 10 dBm

Key Features

• Fast sweep speeds without performance compromise


• Segmented sweep capability for optimized test efficiency


• Low trace noise ensures measurement repeatability


• Pass/fail testing via limit lines


• Full two-port electronic calibration (ECal) with USB control of ECal modules


• Automated error correction delivers residual performance after calibration

Typical Applications

• Filter, amplifier, and antenna characterization


• Impedance and time-domain analysis


• High-power amplifier measurements


• Mixer, converter, and tuner measurements using frequency-offset techniques


• In-fixture device testing


• Material properties measurement with compatible dielectric probe kits

Connectivity & Integration

• USB, GPIB, LAN, serial, and parallel interfaces for test equipment interconnection


• Windows 2000-based graphical user interface


• Hardkey and drop-down menu operation


• Integrated automation for increased productivity