Keysight 8496A/001 Manual Attenuator

Overview

The Keysight 8496A/001 is a dc to 4 GHz manual step attenuator featuring Type-N female connectors. It provides exceptional repeatability and reliability for RF testing and measurement applications. The attenuator offers control in 10 dB steps from 0 to 110 dB, with precision gold-plated leaf springs ensuring long service life and very high repeatability (typically 0.01 dB).

Key Features

• Frequency range: dc to 4 GHz
• Attenuation range: 0 to 110 dB in 10 dB steps
• Insertion loss at 0 dB: 0.6 dB + 0.09 dB/GHz
• Maximum SWR: 1.5
• Repeatability: 0.01 dB typical, 0.03 dB maximum per section
• Lifespan: over 5 million switching cycles per section
• Maximum RF input power: 1 W average, 100 W peak
• RF connectors: Type-N female (configuration 001)
• NIST traceable calibration available (Option UK6)

Included Accessories

• Compatible with Keysight 11716A Type-N interconnect kit

Applications

• RF and microwave signal level control
• Receiver testing and characterization
• Component and subsystem evaluation