Agilent Technologies has launched thermocouple power sensors that offer what’s said to be industry-leading dynamic range in average-power measurements. As an enhanced replacement for the Agilent 8480 Series, the sensors cover a power range of –35 to +20dBm and span a frequency range of 100kHz to 33GHz (model dependent).
By extending the power range down to –35dBm, the Agilent N8480 Series of thermocouple power sensors provides a 55dB dynamic range in a single sensor. Measurement speed and repeatability at low power levels have also been improved. Each member of the N8480 Series has been optimized for a specific frequency range, and all offer high measurement accuracy with excellent power linearity.
The Agilent N8480 Series incorporates a built-in EEPROM for storing calibration factors. This feature enables automatic loading of cal factors, reducing manual input errors and increasing productivity. An optional calibration-factor table (Option CFT) enables manual entry of cal factors, matching the performance and operation of Agilent’s 8480 family of sensors. Option CFT also provides SCPI-code compatibility with the 8480 Series.
Agilent Technologies, www.agilent.com
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The Agilent 8480 Series covers a power range of –35 to +20dBm and span a frequency range of 100kHz to 33GHz (model dependent).
