Keysight (Agilent) ECP-E18A CW Power Sensor 10MHz to 18GHz

The Keysight (Agilent) ECP-E18A is a CW power sensor for precise average power measurement of continuous wave signals across 10 MHz to 18 GHz. It delivers a 90 dB dynamic range with measurements from -70 dBm to +20 dBm, making it suitable for RF and microwave testing requiring fast, accurate power readings. The sensor integrates with Keysight's EPM, EPM-P, and P-series power meters via Type-N male connector and GPIB interface, supporting measurement rates up to 200 readings per second on compatible platforms.

Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 18 GHz


• Power Measurement Type: Continuous Wave (CW) Average Power


• Power Range: -70 dBm to +20 dBm


• Dynamic Range: 90 dB


• Connector Type: Type-N (male)


• Calibration: Factors stored in EEPROM


• Measurement Speed: Up to 200 readings per second over GPIB with compatible E-series power meters


• Data Interface: GPIB for remote control and fast acquisition

Key Features

• Calibration factors stored in on-board EEPROM


• High-speed GPIB data interface for automated test systems


• Wide 90 dB dynamic range enables measurement of weak and strong signals without attenuation changes


• Optimized for CW signals; pulse or digitally modulated signals may introduce measurement errors

Typical Applications

• RF and microwave power verification


• Component characterization and testing


• System validation across L-band through K-band frequencies


• Production test environments requiring fast measurement throughput

Compatibility & Integration The ECP-E18A integrates with Keysight (Agilent) EPM, EPM-P, and P-series power meters. It is backward-compatible with legacy E-series and 8480-series power sensors, as well as older instruments including the E4418A/B, E4419A/B, 435B, 436A, 437B, 438A, 70100A, and E1416A. The Type-N male connector provides standard RF connectivity.