Agilent / Keysight E8363A 40 GHz PNA Series Network Analyzer

The Agilent/Keysight E8363A is a 2-port network analyzer delivering RF and microwave characterization across 10 MHz to 40 GHz. Built for aerospace, defense, and communications applications, it combines 120 dB dynamic range with 29 µs measurement speed per data point, enabling rapid S-parameter acquisition across 401-point traces. The instrument achieves ±0.05 dB source power accuracy and 0.001 dB RMS trace noise at 1 GHz, supporting SOLT, TOSM, and multi-step calibration routines.

Advanced measurement modes include gain compression, intermodulation distortion, group delay, VSWR, and phase analysis. IF bandwidth spans 1 Hz to 10 MHz with 20 MHz IF output and <-105 dB residual response at 10 GHz. A color LCD display, USB 2.0, LAN, and GPIB interfaces enable both local operation and remote control via SCPI commands and Windows-compatible drivers.

Software integration supports Agilent/Keysight VEE, MATLAB, LabVIEW, and Python.

Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 40 GHz


• Ports: 2-Port configuration


• Dynamic Range: 120 dB at 10 Hz IF bandwidth


• Source Power: -60 dBm to +10 dBm


• Source Power Accuracy: ±0.05 dB


• Measurement Speed: 29 µs/data point (full 2-port S-parameters, 401 points)


• Trace Noise: 0.001 dB RMS at 1 GHz


• IF Bandwidth: 1 Hz to 10 MHz


• IF Output: 20 MHz


• Reference Level Accuracy: ±0.05 dB


• Residual Response: <-105 dB at 10 GHz


• Dimensions: 177 mm H × 438 mm W × 480 mm D


• Weight: 16.3 kg


• Power: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Key Features

• Calibration methods: SOLT, TOSM, response, one-port, adapter refinement, and full two-port configurations


• Measurement parameters: S11, S12, S21, S22, group delay, gain compression, output power, phase, VSWR


• Color LCD display with internal memory and USB external storage


• SCPI command language support for automated control

Typical Applications

• Component and system characterization in RF and microwave design


• Manufacturing validation and quality assurance


• Aerospace and defense subsystem testing


• Communications equipment performance assessment

Compatibility & Integration Connectivity includes LAN, USB 2.0, and GPIB interfaces. Windows-compatible operation enables integration with Agilent/Keysight VEE, MATLAB, LabVIEW, and Python via SCPI drivers. Compatible with standard RF/microwave accessories including power meters, signal generators, attenuators, and directional couplers.