Review The Principles Of Connector Care - Agilent Technologies E8362C Service Manual

PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers
E8362C, E8363C, E836C

Review the Principles of Connector Care

Proper connector care and connection techniques are critical for accurate and repeatable measurements.
Refer to Table 3-1 for tips on connector care.
Prior to making connections to your analyzer, carefully review the information about inspecting, cleaning,
and gaging connectors. Refer to the calibration kit documentation for detailed connector care information.
For course numbers about additional connector care instruction, contact Agilent Technologies. Refer to
"Contacting Agilent" on page
Table 3-1 Connector Care Quick Reference Guide
Do • Keep connectors clean
• Extend sleeve or connector nut
• Use plastic end-caps during storage
Do • Inspect all connectors carefully
• Look for metal particles, scratches, and dents
Do • Try compressed air first
• Use isopropyl alcohol
• Clean connector threads
Do • Clean and zero the gage before use
• Use the correct gage type
• Use correct end of calibration block
• Gage all connectors before first use
Do • Align connectors carefully
• Make preliminary connection contact lightly
• Turn only the connector nut
• Use a torque wrench for final connection
a. Cleaning connectors with alcohol shall only be done with the instrument's power cord removed, and in a
well-ventilated area. Allow all residual alcohol moisture to evaporate, and the fumes to dissipate prior to
energizing the instrument.
Service Guide E8364-90038
2-12.
Handling and Storage
Visual Inspection
Connector Cleaning
a
Gaging Connectors
Making Connections
Do Not • Touch mating-plane surfaces
• Set connectors contact-end down
• Store connectors or adapters loose
Do Not • Use a damaged connector - ever
Do Not • Use any abrasives
• Get liquid into plastic support beads
Do Not • Use an out-of-specification connector
Do Not • Apply bending force to connection
• Over tighten preliminary connection
• Twist or screw any connection
• Tighten past torque wrench "break" point
Tests and Adjustments
Before You Begin
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