Keysight / Agilent 8495H Programmable Step Attenuator
Introducing the Keysight / Agilent 8495H, a high-performance Programmable Step Attenuator designed for precision applications that demand reliability and accuracy. This attenuator operates effectively across a wide frequency range of DC to 18 GHz, delivering tailored solutions for your testing needs.
Key Features:
- Attenuation Range: 0 to 70 dB in precise 10 dB steps, allowing for flexible attenuation adjustments based on your requirements.
- Exceptional Repeatability: Enjoy outstanding attenuator repeatability, typically ±0.01 dB, ensuring consistent measurements over extended use.
- Durable Design: Equipped with precision gold-plated leaf springs, the 8495H boasts a longevity of over 5 million cycles, ensuring reliability even in demanding environments.
- Fast Switching Time: With a maximum switching time of only 20 ms (including contact settling), this attenuator is optimized for high-speed automated testing scenarios.
- Insertion Loss: At 0 dB, the insertion loss is only 0.4 dB + 0.07 dB/GHz, minimizing signal degradation.
- Maximum SWR: Allows for a maximum standing wave ratio of 1.35 up to 8 GHz, 1.5 up to 12.4 GHz, and 1.7 up to 18 GHz, enhancing your measurement accuracy.
- RF Input Power: Designed to handle a maximum RF input power of 1 W (average) and 100 W (peak), accommodating various testing requirements.
- Connector Options: Available with a choice of connector types: type-N female, SMA female, or APC-7, offering flexibility in installation.
- Programming Connectivity: Features a 12-pin Viking programming connector, with an option for a 14-pin DIP, ensuring easy integration into your test setups.
Enhance Measurement Accuracy:
Take advantage of the optional NIST traceable data (SWR and attenuation) available as Option 890, allowing for enhanced measurement reliability and compliance with industry standards.