Agilent / Keysight E8363C 40 GHz PNA Microwave Network Analyzer

The Agilent/Keysight E8363C is a 40 GHz PNA Microwave Network Analyzer engineered for precision S-parameter and frequency domain measurements in aerospace, defense, and communications applications. Operating from 10 MHz to 40 GHz with up to 123 dB dynamic range and trace noise below 0.006 dB, the E8363C delivers measurement speeds under 26 microseconds per point across 32 channels at up to 20,001 data points. The instrument provides maximum output power of 10 dBm with 0.01 dB power resolution and features 2.4 mm test port connectors as standard.

Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 40 GHz


• Dynamic Range: Up to 123 dB


• Trace Noise: < 0.006 dB


• Measurement Speed: < 26 microseconds per point


• Channels: 32


• Data Points: Up to 20,001


• Output Power: 10 dBm maximum


• Power Resolution: 0.01 dB


• Test Port Connectors: 2.4 mm standard

Key Features

• TRL/LRM calibration with on-wafer, in-fixture, waveguide, and antenna measurement support


• Electronic calibration for rapid system-error correction; ISO 17025 and ANSI Z540 compliant calibration options available


• Time-domain capability for improved accuracy and filter characterization


• Pulsed-RF measurement capability


• Mixer and frequency converter characterization including conversion loss, return loss, isolation, and absolute group delay


• Amplifier measurements: gain compression, harmonics, and intermodulation distortion


• Multiport measurement support for N-port applications


• Frequency offset mode for mixer and amplifier distortion analysis


• High-power measurement option accommodating up to 20 Watts (+43 dBm) from 10 MHz to 40 GHz and 10 Watts (+40 dBm) from 40 GHz to 50 GHz with external amplifiers

Typical Applications Mixer and amplifier characterization, waveguide component analysis, on-wafer device testing, antenna performance evaluation, and frequency converter validation.

Compatibility & Integration Windows operating system environment with LAN connectivity for remote data transfer and USB support for local storage via external hard disk, flash, or optical media. Benchtop or rackmount configurations available with optional rack mount kits.