Keysight 8494B/001 Manual Step Attenuator

Overview

The Keysight 8494B/001 is a manual step attenuator designed for RF and microwave applications from DC to 18 GHz. It provides consistent attenuation control with precision repeatability, making it suitable for laboratory measurements, testing, and calibration work where reliable and repeatable signal attenuation is critical.

Key Features

• Frequency range: DC to 18 GHz
• Attenuation: 0 to 11 dB in 1 dB steps
• High repeatability: 0.01 dB typical
• Insertion loss at 0 dB: 0.6 dB + 0.09 dB/GHz
• Maximum RF input power: 1 W average, 100 W peak
• Connector type: Type-N female
• Long operational life: 5 million cycles per section
• Optional NIST-traceable calibration data available (Option UK6)
• Can be cascaded with 11716A/B/C interconnect kits for extended range

Applications

• RF and microwave measurement and testing
• Receiver and transmitter testing
• Signal conditioning and attenuation control
• Calibration and verification work