Keysight 8471E/103 Planar-Doped Barrier Diode Detector

Overview

The Keysight 8471E/103 is a low-cost planar-doped barrier detector with positive polarity output. It provides excellent RF performance from 10 MHz to 12 GHz, combining the advantages of point-contact and Schottky detector technology for broadband applications requiring stable, accurate detection.

Key Features

• Planar-doped barrier technology with exceptional square-law response
• Positive polarity output configuration (/103)
• Frequency response: ±0.23 dB to 4 GHz, ±0.6 dB to 8 GHz, ±0.85 dB to 12 GHz
• Maximum SWR: 1.2 to 4 GHz, 1.7 to 8 GHz, 2.4 to 12 GHz
• Low-level sensitivity: > 0.5 mV/µW
• Maximum operating input power: 200 mW
• Short-term maximum input power: 0.7 W (< 1 minute)
• SMA male input connector with SMC male output connector

Applications

• RF power measurement and leveling
• Broadband signal detection
• Microwave system applications