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Agilent Technologies N4431B Reference Manual (110 pages)

Electronic Calibration Modules

Brand: Agilent Technologies | Category: Laboratory Equipment | Size: 1.9 MB

Table of Contents
5
General Information
9
Manual Overview
10
Prerequisite Knowledge
10
Clarifying the Terminology of a Connector Interface
10
Accuracy of Electronic Calibration Versus Mechanical Calibration
10
Models and Options
12
8509X Modules (RF Two-Port)
12
N4431B Modules (RF Four-Port)
14
N469Xa/B Modules (Microwave Two-Port)
16
8506X Modules
18
N4432A and N4433A Modules (Microwave Four-Port)
19
Compatible Network Analyzers
21
Service and Recertification
22
Contacting Agilent
23
Returning Devices to Agilent
24
Recertification of Ecal Modules
25
Safety and Regulatory Information
26
Safety Notices
26
Installation Notices
26
Instrument Markings
27
Compliance Notices
28
Preparing Ecal for Use
29
Inspecting Ecal Module Kit
30
Inspect the Kit Contents
30
Record the Serial Number
30
Verify Electrical Performance
30
Equipment Required but Not Supplied
30
8509X Series Kit Contents
31
8509X Options
31
N4431B Series Kit Contents
32
N4431B Options
32
N469Xa/B Series Kit Contents
32
N469Xa/B Options
34
N4432A and N4433A Series Kit Contents
34
N4432A Options
35
N4433A Options
35
Operating and Safety Precautions
36
ESD Damage
36
Connector Care
36
Input Power Level
37
Operating Temperature
37
Connecting and Disconnecting Ecal Module
38
Connect Ecal Module to PNA or ENA Analyzer
38
Connect Ecal Module to VNA Analyzer
40
Operating Ecal Module
43
Setting up a Calibration
44
Required Procedure for All Calibrations
44
Calibration Types Available
45
When to Correct for Isolation
45
Calibration Methods for Non-Insertable Devices
46
Finding more Information on Performing a Calibration
48
Validating a Calibration
49
Why Validate a Calibration
49
Measure Known Standards
49
Perform Ecal Confidence Check
49
Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices
51
Electrostatic Discharge
52
Visual Inspection
53
Look for Obvious Defects and Damage First
53
Inspect the Mating Plane Surfaces
53
Inspect Female Connectors
54
Cleaning Connectors
55
Cleaning Coax Connectors
55
Cleaning Precision 7 MM Connectors
57
Gaging Connectors
58
Connector Gage Accuracy
58
When to Gage Connectors
59
Recognizing Gage Types
59
Reading the Connector Gage
59
Gaging Procedures
63
Making Connections
65
3.5 MM, 2.92 MM, 2.4 MM, 1.85 MM, Type-N, 7-16, and Type-F Devices
65
MM Devices
65
Final Connection Using a Torque Wrench
66
Separating Connections
68
Handling and Storage
69
Specifications and Characteristics
71
Specifications: Terminology and Definitions
72
Environmental Specifications
73
Operating Temperature and Accuracy Enhancement
73
Barometric Pressure and Relative Humidity
74
Characteristic Performance
75
8509X Series
75
N4431B (3.5 MM)
77
N4431B (Type-N 50 Ω)
78
N4432A (Type-N 50 Ω)
79
N4433A (3.5 MM)
79
N469Xa/B Series
80
Mechanical Characteristics
82
Pin Depth
82
Type-N Characteristics
83
Typical Pin Depth Values
85
Supplemental Mechanical Characteristics
88
Mechanical Dimensions of the Modules
90
Measurement Uncertainty Calculator
94
Download the Vector Network Analyzer Uncertainty Calculator
94
Replaceable Parts
95
Description of this Chapter
96
MM Modules and Accessories
96
Type-N (50 Ohm) Modules and Accessories
97
3.5 MM Modules and Accessories
98
7-16 Modules and Accessories
99
2.92 MM Modules and Accessories
100
2.4 MM Modules and Accessories
101
1.85 MM Modules and Accessories
102
Type-N (75 Ohm) Modules and Accessories
103
Type-F Modules and Accessories
104
Other Ecal Accessories
105

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